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Fugetsu-Do
DonburiWagashiMochiJapanese ConfectioneryLittle TokyoHistoric
Founded in 1903, Fugetsu-Do is the oldest Japanese confectionery in the United States — handmade mochi, wagashi, and traditional Japanese sweets from a Little Tokyo institution over 120 years old.
- Price
- ¥
- Area
- Little Tokyo
- Since
- 1903
- Owner
- Fugetsu-Do family
Plate № 01
About
Fugetsu-Do has operated in Little Tokyo since 1903, making it one of the oldest continuously operating Japanese businesses in the continental United States. The shop specializes in handmade mochi and wagashi (Japanese confectioneries) made to traditional recipes, and is an irreplaceable anchor of the Little Tokyo heritage corridor.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Founded 1903 — oldest Japanese confectionery in the US
- Handmade mochi and wagashi to traditional recipes
- Anchor of Little Tokyo's Japanese-American heritage
Primarily a confectionery and takeout bakery; limited seating.
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Frequently asked
About Fugetsu-Do
- Is Fugetsu-Do an authentic donburi restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Fugetsu-Do is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for donburi in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused donburi format.
- Where is Fugetsu-Do located?
- Fugetsu-Do is located at 315 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, Los Angeles, USA in the Little Tokyo neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Fugetsu-Do?
- Fugetsu-Do does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular donburi restaurants in Los Angeles we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Fugetsu-Do?
- Fugetsu-Do sits in the ¥ price range — typical for donburi of this format in Los Angeles.
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