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Daikokuya Little Tokyo

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The Little Tokyo flagship of Daikokuya, Takaaki Kohyama's Hakata tonkotsu ramen institution that helped put Japanese ramen on the LA map in 2002.

Price
¥
Area
Little Tokyo
Since
2002
Owner
Takaaki Kohyama / Bishamon Group
Daikokuya Little Tokyo — authentic ramen restaurant in Los Angeles, Little Tokyo
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About
Daikokuya Little Tokyo opened in 2002 and quickly became a neighborhood landmark for its rich pork bone broth and lantern-lit, alleyway atmosphere. Owner Takaaki Kohyama, who emigrated from Japan in 1988, built the Bishamon Group around this original location. The restaurant is known for late-night service and walk-in crowds.
Neighborhood & visiting

Daikokuya Little Tokyo sits in Little Tokyo, one of Los Angeles's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Landmark Little Tokyo ramen spot since 2002
  • Rich Hakata tonkotsu broth — Bishamon Group standard
  • Late-night hours; walk-ins welcome
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Frequently asked

About Daikokuya Little Tokyo

Is Daikokuya Little Tokyo an authentic ramen restaurant in Los Angeles?
Yes — Daikokuya Little Tokyo is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for ramen in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
Where is Daikokuya Little Tokyo located?
Daikokuya Little Tokyo is located at 327 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, Los Angeles, USA in the Little Tokyo neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Daikokuya Little Tokyo?
Daikokuya Little Tokyo does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Los Angeles we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Daikokuya Little Tokyo?
Daikokuya Little Tokyo sits in the ¥ price range — typical for ramen of this format in Los Angeles.
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