What an amazing shop! Was on vacation in LA for a concert and had some extra time for sightseeing and scoping out awesome food stops, so we knew Fugetsu-Do had to be on the list. The shop has been open for 103 years and is certainly impressive! We got there about 10 minutes before open and were the first ones in line. The mochi was fresh, they had a huge selection, and at a good price. They also have tons of other snacks and the staff was so nice and friendly. By the time we left, there was already about a dozen people in line behind us, so definitely recommend to get there early. Ultimately, I went with a six piece with two red bean mochi, two blueberry mochi, and two strawberry mochi. All of them were very delicious, the mochi was perfectly chewy, and a good amount of filling. We will definitely be back if we're in the area! read more

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The mochi wasn't particularly exceptional to me. I purchased a box of a dozen along with a few other snacks, and the mochi was okay, I think this is one of those places that's considered "good" more because of its history and reputation than because the food is truly outstanding. I'd suggest stopping by for the experience and historical significance not necessarily if you're looking for the best mochi you've ever had. Unfortunately, my experience with the staff was also underwhelming. The female employee who assisted me came across as cold and unfriendly, which didn't make for a very welcoming visit. read more

Been wanting to try this place! It's a small shop that sells mochi and other snacks. We got a 6 pack for $12 and there were so many different kinds to choose from that were all so cute! I love that they have specific ones for LA! These would definitely make great gifts. The mochi was so chewy and fresh and I'd definitely come back! There's a minimum of $15 to use card. Street parking. There was a line when I came in but it moves by pretty fast. read more

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Obsessed with their mochi!! I love the chocolate mochi and the fruit flavored mochi. I'm not the biggest fan of the bean paste filled mochi, but I do love how cute and pretty they all look. Coming to this location is nice to see all the different kinds of mochi they have, but it's not as convenient for me to go to LA. So whenever I'm at Tokyo Central or any other market that sells Fugetsu-Do's mochi I try to grab a box :) read more

Fugetsu-Do - Strawberry mochi w bean filling, blueberry mochi, matcha mochi with bean filling, mango mochi - Candy Stores Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Had this place bookmarked for a while as I've heard about the legacy of this fresh mochi store and finally had the time to try it! When I had arrived on a Sunday afternoon, the line was out the door and had to wait ~10 minutes. Decided to get the 6-pack option which was still $3.50/mochi. I ordered the following flavors: strawberry Anko, ichigo daifuku, rainbow dango, green tea, uguisu, and shigure. The mochi exterior itself was so soft, definitely reminded me of the ones I had in Japan. Personally, I liked the green tea filling more than the red bean but they were all really delicious and not too sweet! The price is a bit steep for just (1) but I definitely see the hype about this place. Overall, really solid mochi spot if you're looking for some when you're in Little Tokyo area. ** please note: credit card use requires minimum of $15 purchase before tax** read more

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Omg I've been meaning to go to Fugetsu-Do since forever and finally made it out to Little Tokyo. The shop itself is pretty small and has the traditional mom & pop feel to it, and everyone was very friendly. Shoutout to the girl working that Saturday who answered all my questions about the different filled mochi flavors. They have a pretty decent assortment of Japanese snacks and candies, but of course come for the freshly made mochi. The texture is soooo soft and chewy unlikely the weird powdery texture of many other store bought mochi. My favorite was definitely the ichigo daifuku, although I do wish it came with a whole strawberry instead of just a small piece because the bite with strawberry was AMAZING. Second favorite is the peanut butter mochi and... I've already gone back just for those. They also sell plain komochi that you can eat fresh the same day or freeze and use later for cooking. Annnd I got some kinako mochi last weekend cause I keep going back lol. read more

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Great Little Spot in Little Tokyo for historic mochi and sweets! My brother and I walked in and it was very cool to see a place that's been around for so long. There's lots of options to choose from and the mochi was very fresh. Cons: $20 minimum for card use so bring cash! read more

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The best mochi in LA! There is a reason they've been around for so long. My favorite is the mango. read more

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This place has been bookmarked for a while now and I was happy that I got to finally give this place a try when I was visiting Little Tokyo. I ordered the kinako mochi, strawberry anko, and ichigo daifuku. I loved that everything was not overly sweet. Everything was fresh and super yummy. I ate the kinako mochi the next day and it was still soft. The nutty powder is my fave. I went on a Friday around lunch time and luckily there wasn't a wait. Service was quick and friendly. It's a cute little store that has the feel of really being in Tokyo with its history of being opened since 1903. Definitely worth a stop by. read more

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I've been meaning to try Fugetsu-Do for the longest time. We ordered a few of their mochis to try: the green tea, pink, daifuku, kiku and the sudare. All of them were delicious and weren't too sweet either! The pink, kiku and sudare all used the same filling: the white bean paste. Our favorites were the green tea and the daifuku. The green tea in the green tea paste was strong and the red bean paste used in the daifuku was smooth and not too sweet either. This place is super popular and there was a line on a Wednesday afternoon. Service was excellent. The workers there advised to eat the daifuku within a day. The shop is on the smaller end and looked pretty old. Would definitely recommend! read more

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One of my go-to spots for delicious, pretty, and authentic mochi in LA/SoCal! This most recent time I went, I picked up a pack of 6 mochis for a gift for around $13. I was able to pick and choose each mochi type I wanted. I like how they have new mochis to choose from such as this blueberry mochi I saw. They tend to be pretty fragile, so make sure to handle them with extra care! The mochis are soft and flavorful. A great sweet treat/snack. Cash is preferred (they upcharge if you use card for a price under a certain limit). It's also really cool to know about the history of this place. It's LA's oldest Japanese confectionary and has withstood time even during the Japanese internment camp era. I would recommend this spot to anyone visiting LA and Little Tokyo. read more

My family and I went to Fugetsu-do on a weekend morning after we shopped at the Little Tokyo Mall in LA. It was pretty quiet when we were there so we could take our time looking around and selecting different kinds of treats. We decided to get a bunch of their mochi to take back to Vegas, and they were all super fresh and good. They have soft and chewy textures and many flavors at Fugetsu-do, and everything we tried met those expectations. Whether you go with traditional red bean or the ones that are filled with fruits, each has a great sweet taste, and a perfect texture. The store itself has that old fashioned and quaint look! It had a small counter area to display the different kinds of mochi. It's really the kind of store you'd like to spend time deciding what flavor to buy. Also, the service was great by the team members which added to how much I enjoyed my visit! Fugetsu-Do is a place to go when you're in Little Tokyo and you have a taste for mochi or just Japanese desserts. A good place to stop by and get a few to eat right there and then or to take back home as gifts to people you know! read more

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Best mochi in the entire LA county! My daughter and I love their peanut butter mochi the most. Before dinner, boy, there was a looong line so we decided to go back after dinner but they closed the register already after we walked out, the guy that was working that came out of the store and looked for us and offered us free mochi you guys don't know how much you've made our day, especially my daughter's! She was not a meat eater when she was a toddler and you guys' peanut butter mochi provided some of the protein in her diet. It always feels so nostalgic walking into the store, same yummy mochi and warm people all these years. read more

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This mochi store has been open for 123 years, and I got so curious that I ended up reading about its history on their website. It's amazing to see such a historical shop still thriving, and I really admire how each generation continues the tradition with so much care. The mochi here is incredibly fresh and comes in many different flavors. My personal favorites were the red bean and blueberry mochi -- both were soft, chewy, and perfectly balanced in sweetness. The price is also very affordable, around $2 per piece, which makes it easy to try several flavors at once. I'll definitely come back next time to try the plain mochi! read more

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So good!!!! Short line when we visited on Saturday around 1pm. Credit card for purchases above $15, otherwise cash only (not a problem, just buy more obviously). I chose a variety of filled mochi (enjoyed the mung bean filling), but the plain mochi with no filling (pink, green, white) was kinda superior. Just great flavor, amazing texture, and no filling in the way. For the filled mochi w a glaze, def eat within 2-3 days (mine got little speckles of mold very sad). A must when in Little Tokyo. read more

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For historical purposes, it's worth a visit as they've been making mochi since the early 1900s. Select individual flavors or purchase a prefilled variety box. I tried the variety box, but really only enjoyed the blueberry (best) and strawberry filled flavors. That being said, the texture was fantastic and this felt like quality mochi. Fun to try. read more

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I've visited Fugetsu-Do a few times over the years. It's the oldest Japanese mochi confectionery in the U.S., established in 1903, and there's something special about walking into a place with that much history. This visit, though, felt off. I was selecting an assortment from the case, and most of the items were labeled only with Japanese names. I started asking the employee helping me what the flavors were, and she seemed visibly annoyed. She told me she couldn't go through all of them but could point out a few. That response honestly caught me off guard. If customers can't easily understand the flavors, there should at least be English descriptions available. What made it more frustrating was that the gentleman helping my friend ahead of me was warm and pleasant -- no issue there at all. Unfortunately, the experience didn't improve once we got home. Several of the mochi had a noticeable seaweed smell. My husband actually spit his out because he thought it tasted fishy. My friend noticed the same thing with hers. I respect the history and legacy of this place -- it's iconic for a reason. But customer service matters, and quality control matters. read more

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Note: there's a $15 minimum for credit card use I was looking for a quick afternoon bite in Little Tokyo and Fugetsu-Do fit the bill perfectly. It was empty when I stopped by Thursday around 4 pm. The store is part bakery and part convenience store, as they sell lots of different Japanese candies and snacks. It was my first time here so I felt a bit overwhelmed by all the mochi options, but I asked for recommendations from the employee and ended up getting 3 mochi to try: uguisu - topped with soybean powder with red bean paste filling strawberry anko mango mochi I'm generally not a huge mochi person so I can't say I loved them, but they were pretty good for mochi. The mochi was very soft and chewy, just like it should be. I liked the first two with filling the most and was a bit disappointed the mango mochi didn't have any filling. It's a small shop with no seating. I stood on the sidewalk outside the store to try the mochi, but it would've been nice if there was at least a bench outside. Would recommend giving this place a try if you're in Little Tokyo! read more

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This place is an institution and my love for mochi always brings me back here. We've been coming here for decades and always love stopping by when we're in the area to get a treat to enjoy while walking Little Tokyo and to take home. This last trip, we picked up a mixed dozen and everything was so soft, fresh and delicious! Our go-to's are: -Strawberry Daifuku -Strawberry Anko -Peanut Butter Mochi -Kiku Mochi -Rainbow Dango You pretty much can't go wrong with anything you get! Everyone is so nice here and we can't get enough of their yummy mochi! Lots of memories for me, my family and now our kids. Can't wait until we're back in the area again to load up on some more treats! read more

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I've been looking forward to visiting the original mochi shop in Little Tokyo. Typically I would have to get the prepackaged mochi from Tokyo Central. When we arrived we were close to the front entrance, but one glance behind us and the short line extended to the sidewalk of the shop. It is so worth it to get fresh mochi. Small shop, but full of history and the love shown in the intricate details & layers of the various mochi. Will definitely go there again. read more

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A small store with lines out the door that remind me of popular small businesses in Asia? Yes, sign me up. After making it through the line (~ 5 mins), my friends and I finally saw the mochi that were available. Mochi ice cream is popular, but these mochi aren't really cold. However, they did have a variety of rare flavors (eg Sakura) and the variety that I did try... all were amazing and the perfect amount of "not too sweet." They say to be be loved is to be understood, and Fugetsu-Do do really get what its visitors want! Will I be back? Yes. Will I bring cash next time? Yes. (Cash only unless $15+, and it's ~ $2 each) read more

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If you want to try mochi in its rightful form, this is the place. This spot has been around forever and I've never actually had this many types of mochi before. I usually just grab mochi from the Asian grocery store, but this is a completely different experience. There's a big variety, and shoutout to the staff for being super patient because I had to ask what basically everything was. They were really nice about it, which I appreciated. Just a heads up, this isn't a sit-down spot. You order and go. I ordered six different pieces and the price felt reasonable for what it is. So far I've tried a few. Some are sweeter than others. The green bean one was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the rest were great. Overall, it's a unique Little Tokyo experience and definitely worth trying if you're already in the area. read more

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Hadn't been here since I lived in LA. Came on a Sunday night, and it seems a lot more popular now. The story was very busy. Prices are of course higher now, with the prepackaged boxes a little over $6 each Apart from that, seemed pretty similar to what I remember. They had my standard orders right at the entrance (chocolate and peanut butter strawberry). Being in little tokyo, parking is a little annoying. I don't think the mochi is significantly better than what you can get elsewhere, but the nice thing is that they have a fairly large variety, including some more unique items. read more

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This is a famous mochi establishment in LA with various mochi and sweets selection. It's in a small antique looking shop with mochi displayed behind the glass counter. The store staff helps you box the mochi you pick or you can also pick from prepackaged ones with longer expiration dates. You need to spend minimum of $15 to use credit card. I like the mango mochi, pancake wrapped mochi with a rabbit stamped on it, and sakura rice red bean flavor one. But you can't go wrong so just try whichever one your heart desires! read more

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Long line, no easy or free parking, and nothing in the store that you can't find elsewhere like Nijiya, Mitsuwa, or Tokyo Central. The wait time is minimal even with the snaking line coming out and wrapped around the corner. Is it worth it? Maybe going once for the experience. I went because my mom really wanted to check them out and see. Like I mentioned earlier, everything sold here is easily accessible elsewhere. The 6-, 12, or 24pk pick your own anko stuffed daifuku is unique here but they don't taste particularly great or extraordinary. Just overall a very disappointing experience. read more

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A must if you're visiting Little Tokyo for the first time or if you're a fan of any of the mochi that they have at the Japanese markets here, they're all (or at least most of them are) imported in from Fugetsu-Do. There are times where there will be a line outside and you have to wait your turn to get in since the shop is quite narrow. They have prepackaged multi mochi/daifuku sets, savory snacks, you can order each one individually and they pack it for you beautifully or you can order based on the boxes that they have, great for gifts. There's also packaged snacks and goods, similar to what you can get in the markets, as well as some candies and savory snacks as well. I'm a big fan of their peanut butter, chocolate, and strawberry mochi, as well as their fresh strawberry daifuku with red bean filling. Since watching Higurashi as a child, I also really love Ohagi which is a red bean paste outside with sticky rice on the inside. Other musts are the Kurimanju (big Chiikawa enjoyer aside, it's a baked pastry with white bean and chestnut) and their chofu which is a pancake wrapped slice of mochi. Everything is fresh and has the perfect chewy texture, not too sweet either and goes great with some tea. PS. Check the little picture they have of the squirrel with mochi. Super cute! read more

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Very soft mochi with delicious flavors. Not too sweet and the bean paste is ground well and not grainy like some fillings. Yummy :D read more

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The best Japanese sweets spot you can get! The line could get really long during peak times but everything is so worth it. They offer different sizes of boxes and you can customize your own selections into each box. My all-time favorite is the strawberry with red bean paste. Do be mindful they have a minimum $15 for credit cards. read more

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I came to Fugestu-Do for the first time time ever and it was really enjoyable. I met Ana at the door and she was bringing down the awning bc it was late and she told me to go greet David and tell him "we've been looking for him" Went In the door and said "HI DAVID" waved, talked to him and made him laugh. We got the Mango, Green Tea, Red Bean, and Strawberry Mochi. They were all extremely good! On top of that the place felt really cozy and homey, I would definitely come back again. Meeting David and Ana was really enjoyable, they are really good people and gave really good customer service! 10/10 they both need a raise ! read more

Fugetsu-Do - Mango (Bottom left) Red bean (Bottom right) Green tea (middle left & top right) Strawberry (middle right) - Candy Stores Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Now, again, this is all just personal preference as far as flavors go but I just wasn't super impressed. Parking isn't the easiest around this area, as it's more of a street location, so you do have to park and walk over which isn't a huge deal other than paying for parking. The people working and grabbing your items were kind and able to explain all the flavors for us since we were first timers, but just know the flavors aren't described on the items and just have the name of each type, so unless you're familiar with the mochi flavors, you'll have to ask what each item has inside! They're all incredibly beautiful and you can tell were made with care and thought! To me, overall they all tasted about the same. Some had pretty obvious flavor differences, like the blueberry but majority were stuffed with red bean and such, so despite the slight flavor differences with first bite, you'll end up with red bean at the end of the day. I think this would be great to try for the one time, but for me it would be about the last time. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised by how good the mochi confectioneries were. Each bite is flavorful and super pretty. We also ordered a blueberry mochi which was also yummy! Highly recommend checking out this shop and ordering a few mochi sweets. :) read more

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This is your place if you love fresh mochi! Our favorites were the fresh ichigo mochi and domyoji. We didn't are for the strawberry mochi with the little pink flower. It tasted artificial. The blueberry mochi and kuriman (chestnut with bean filling) were ok. We bought a 6 pack and returned to buy another 6 pack of the fresh ichigo mochi. Have cash since there's a minimum spend of $15 to use a credit card, which is understandable. Support this local business that's been around for over 100 years!!! read more

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I always come to Fugetsu-Do to grab mochi for my family whenever I'm in Little Tokyo! The mochi has great flavor and also for reasonable pricing! The service is great and ambiance is quiet and intimate since it's more of a walk in, grab and go store. TIP: They don't have restrooms here. They validate parking for Aiso Parking Structure nearby! read more

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my go to spot for authentic japanese mochi. this spot is a staple in lil tokyo and i love to support them whenever i'm in the area or when i'm in need of a delicious gift for a friend or elder haha the store is modest and old school. the customer service is attentive and patient so it may take some time if there's a line. they don't rush their customers. their mochi is soft and delicate. my current fave is the blueberry square with no filling. read more

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Love this place! It's a good thing I don't live too close by because I would not be able to resist! My favorite is Suama, a plain mochi with no filling (yes, it's that good!) So pretty with the pink and green colors, and in no way "plain" by the looks of it. I can eat quite a few of these no problem. Just the perfect amount of sweetness, doughiness, chewiness, etc. The mango and blueberry (the cut rectangular pieces, no filling) also favs of mine. Can't go wrong with the strawberry daifuku, one of their most popular if not the most popular! It is filled with a red bean paste and has a fresh piece of strawberry on top. This must be eaten within a day. All others they say 3-5 days is good. I highly recommend eating within 3 days though because the mochi does harden a bit and is just not as good (my opinion, but of course to each their own!). Can also recreate the strawberry daifuku by getting the same one without the fresh strawberry and adding your own fresh strawberry later! That way it will also last more than a day. Service is great! The staff are so nice, and I had a ton of questions the first time I went which she was very sweet and patient about answering. read more

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This is a very small store with a variety of mochi. You have to put your drink on the table by the door. I got the Rainbow dango. It is soft and sweet. Parking is available in the Japanese Village Plaza parking garage and is in a walking distance to many other stores. read more

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I love coming here whenever I'm in the area. After trying this mochi I feel like I can't have anything else since it so soft and flavorful. Not to mention all of them are so pretty to look at! This time my favorite was their green tea one and the blueberry filled one. The green tea had a good flavor and wasn't bitter or astringent or too overly sweet. The blueberry one was also very flavorful and not too sweet either. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Got some mochi from mitsuwa. Still the best fresh mochi. 6+ bucks for a pack but it's so worth it, not like i'm getting it everyday. They're so simple, looks so pretty, taste so sweet and subtle. Fugetsu do never disappoints. read more

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Found this modest neighborhood gem while walking around Japantown. This place is an institution having been around for over 120 years in the same spot dishing out delectable mochi for everyone to enjoy. They have a wide selection with some rotating menu items. We got a few and relished them walking around Japantown. The quality of the mochi was superior to many others that I have tried. The staff helped us with recommendations and a quick checkout. This is a store to peruse and buy your mochi - to go style and not a sit down cafe. Do check this place out if you're in LA! read more

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Fugestu-Do is a Little Tokyo legend. This family-owned mochi and manju shop has been open for over 100 years! Japanese confectionaries like this are harder and harder to find, especially on the mainland. Fugetsu-Do maintains that traditional feel, while incorporating some moderns treats into their line up of mochi and manju. The shop is very small and very popular. You'll find it by the line outside. Only a few people can fit inside at a time. In the front, there are a lot of prepackaged goods including snacks and teas. Then, you'll get to the line up of mochi and manju. You can select a tray size and mix and match. Some have fillings, some don't and some are topped like the fresh strawberry mochi. I especially liked the mochi with the Dodgers LA on it. I'm not a big fan of mochi, but I still enjoyed a bite. My family ate it all quickly and it was fresh and tasty. Love seeing this store continuing to thrive! read more

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