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    4.8 (243 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Ashley B.

    These delicious treats fly off the shelves fast! The staff were so helpful in explaining all the fillings and the difference between the manju, steamed cake flour (wheat or buckwheat), and the mochi-- steamed glutinous rice flour. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is just enough space for you to peruse the bakery case and the freezer of frozen mochi treats. It's standing room only, meant for to go purchases.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's a cash only establishment so don't be like us-- make sure to stop at an ATM first! It was well worth the extra trip for cash, these were all really tasty! They were a bit on the sweet side for me, definitely good if you have sweet tooth! My favorite was the matcha mochi with whole red bean. The manju was a little less sweet and had more of a cake texture.

    3 berry mochi
    Molly L.

    I came here for the first time last weekend and they were out of mochi ice cream. She said she'd have more on Friday. But of course when I came back this weekend, they were out again and this time even the mochi was out. It might be due to the fact that they were featured recently in the SF Chronicle, where the shop was talked about as one of the last home-made mochi places left and how the work can be difficult. Luckily last week we were able to order cherry mochi, 3 berry mochi, and red bean pastry. The cherry mochi was our least favorite, a little too sweet and filled more with syrup than fruit (and we wished there was more mochi). However we liked the 3 berry mochi, which had real strawberries, blackberries and I think blueberries in it. We knew they would be good when she pulled them out of the fridge for us to consider when we bought it. I'm glad this place does so well and that they routinely sell out of treats, but it does make it difficult to get some mochi when you want some. Definitely a must-try staple in Fresno, especially if the owners ever retire. They are cash only too so be sure to have cash and try different flavors and offerings. I'm going to try again next week. I think I also read in the article that they cater weddings and so sometimes that affects their supply too.

    Sharon D.

    CASH ONLY BUSINESS Service: I called before I went in and was helped very kindly by the person answering the phone. I was told that to ensure I got to purchase what I wanted to call days in advance and place my order. Received the same kind service today upon entering the store and making an in person purchase. Packaging: The mochi is individually wrapped and some are labeled which helps with knowing what is inside. Mochi: the texture of the rice flour "exterior" was sooooooo soft and delicate. Incredible!! You can taste the love in the texture!! The fillings we ordered were quite a mixture of everything. The mochi were lovely, fresh, lightly sweetened! I even ordered some more traditional flavors in respect the their business and culture, and was pleasantly surprised compared to some other places I have had the same flavors like red bean, Lima bean. Pricing: the price is very cheap for something so lovingly made!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sign on door front: sign asked customers to place a mask over their face, I don't carry masks, entered and still conducted business quickly and left. Next time I will carry a mask and respectfully wear it![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Favorite flavors: blueberry, strawberry (fresh), Nutella with peanut butter, peach, and apricot. I was hoping to see black sesame. I am a huge black sesame fan and can't seem to find much of it locally. Would we return: Very quickly if it wasn't an hour drive for me.

    A must before you go in
    Biggest H.

    The best when it comes to mochi! A must try if you're in the area. You have to wear a face mask still here.

    Sinny S.

    Phone in your order or call in to see what they have is what I would recommend. Owner shared that their price will go up at the beginning of the year. All the mochi(s) are yummy. Best in town.

    mochi galore
    Allyson T.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]A quaint little mochi shop in the heart of downtown Fresno! Honestly this place is such a gem.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have a variety of stuffed mochi and in the summer, they offer fruit filled versions too! Ice cream mochi is also offered here-they're bricks lol you must give it some time to thaw! It's a cash- only store too, so come prepared. Prices here are totally reasonable- $10 goes a long way here!! 10/10 recommend paying this historic shop a visit!

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    Natalie L.

    Didn't expect to find a spot like this in Fresno but found it on Yelp and were pleasantly surprised. This is a cozy little shop in admittedly not the best area, but the mochi we got made it worth the trip while we were in the area. Mochi were tasty and not too sweet, and I really liked the texture of the manju with the flavor of the red bean filling. We had a chat with the store owner who was in charge that day, and she was really friendly! We wanted to leave a tip, but she declined it. Definitely support your small mom-and-pop businesses, especially when the sweets taste this good!

    Hope M.

    The owner is so nice and sweet. All of the mochi is so soft and the filling is tasty. My favorite has to be the green mochi with the kinako ( soybean powder) filled with the red bean. It's chef's kiss o forgot what icecream mochi I got, but you can never go wrong with it.

    Blackberry and Fresh Strawberry Mochi :)
    Gladys G.

    I've been wanting to try this place for the longest but their hours just didn't align with my work schedule. I had a day where I was free so I decided to stop by. When I walked in, a nice lady greeted me and assisted me since it was my first time. It's cute and small inside so you would have to eat your mochi elsewhere. I've never had fresh mochi and this is way better than the ones you get packaged from a grocery store. My favorite was the fresh strawberry :) the softness of the mochi and the strawberry was heavenly. I savored every bite and I didn't want it to end. I can't wait to try other flavors and I'll prob be buying more than 2 this time lol

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    MeeKey S.

    Found this gem while traveling through Fresno. We arrived toward the end of business hour and bought what they had. The anKo and Kuri mochi both tasted great. The Mochi was silky and chewy and it was a wonderful treat. What an amazing gem in downtown Fresno. Definitely worth trying.

    Mark Y.

    This place was like walking back into a time warp of a place I'd visit when I was very young and gave off that old school Japantown vibe! I guess that explains their longevity of being in business for more than 100 years. The glass display cases shuttled me back to the 1960s and loved it immensely! But what took it to the top was the small batches of handmade mochi and manju. They have them filled with traditional red or white bean sprinkled with kinako but the fresh or put filling fruit varieties were oh so yummy. What I really enjoyed was the apple cinnamon pancake version. All were only $2 apiece. I didn't try them but they also had mochi ice cream too. To ensure you get what you want you can call in and order ahead. Be forewarned they only accept cash and bring a required face mask.

    Renee L.

    OVERALL EXPERIENCE: Was visiting from LA and my aunt wanted to try this place. Got here early and got one of everything! A bit disappointed that they didnt have plain mochi (i.e. rainbow dango, kinako mochi). STOREFRONT: Small, currently require guests to wear masks. ORDERED: Mochi with mung bean, mochi with red bean, mochi wihth fruit filling (cinnamon apple, apricot, peach). The fruit filling is jam-like and a bit sweet. SERVICE: Service was good, and they were friendly.

    What was given!
    Ashley L.

    6/10/23 Getting breakfast for tomorrow and a treat for another meal! Ordered the Pancake with apple cinnamon and Nutella with peanut butter and Reese's. They were sold out and the worker was very kind. They had bean mochis left and the worker told me to try them on the house. Very much appreciated! FYI! She said it's best to call in early. They are obviously that great! Look forward to trying again! Great service and treats! Highly recommended! Thank you for the free samples! =)

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    The mochi is amazing, but if you are requiring a mask then you should also be providing a mask.

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