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Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T.
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The Little Tokyo flagship of the Masuda family's Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T.) group, serving Japanese teishoku sets, tonkatsu, and daily specials since 2002.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Little Tokyo
- Since
- 2002
- Owner
- Sotaro Masuda
Plate № 01
About
Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T.) is the sister concept to Kagura Torrance, both operated by the Masuda family. The Little Tokyo location on East 2nd Street opened in 2002, offering classic Japanese teishoku — a set meal with rice, miso soup, and a main dish like grilled fish or tonkatsu — in an accessible format. Jonathan Gold praised the Kagura/T.O.T. group for its adherence to Tokyo-style tonkatsu tradition.
Neighborhood & visiting
Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T. 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 donburi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Masuda family's Little Tokyo teishoku institution since 2002
- Classic teishoku sets: tonkatsu, grilled fish, miso rice
- Sister to Kagura Torrance — Jonathan Gold-recognized group
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Frequently asked
About Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T.
- Is Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T. an authentic donburi restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T. 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 Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T. located?
- Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T. is located at 345 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, Los Angeles, USA in the Little Tokyo neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T.?
- Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T. 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 Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T.?
- Teishokuya of Tokyo (T.O.T. sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for donburi of this format in Los Angeles.
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