Okayama Kobo Bakery & Cafe DTLA

Very hidden tiny cafe with GOOD matcha and pastries! This place is located INSIDE the a hotel lobby so it's a bit of a hidden gem. The matcha is quite good, nice quality and I find the flavor comes through, its not milky or watery. And the cold foam is FLAVORFUL, it doesn't just taste like heavy cream. I got the sea salt and it was very salty, I recommend mixing it because it was almost too salty to drink alone. Their buns are also good the matcha sunire bun had a crisp frosting on the outside but the bun was soft and pillowy on the inside. Service is ok but this place is worth checking out for high quality matcha in little tokyo.

Curry pan just like I remember them in Japan, the crispy flakes all over them is a must!! Their salt and butter rolls are so fluffy and yummy. Limited amount of seating but it’s right next to many places to walk around after getting your things. I love their banana matcha as well, very delicious.

Such a gem of Japanese bakery and cafe hidden inside a Japanese hotel. Each bun in this bakery are soft and yummy. Not only they are very authentic Japanese bakery flavors, they also have very authentic Japanese drinks too, their matcha series had lots of unique flavor combination. Their bakery takeaway box also really cute. The tuna bun with LA sign very unique to international visitors. This bun also have crunchy top component. Just yummy to enjoy. Kobo Kuma is one of my favourite too, design of this bun are unique to each pieces super cute. This is a soft custard bun, very yummy. This cafe also sell hojicha, which is very hard to find in USA overall. Their speciality drinks is sweet, bit not too sweet. Love the matcha cold brew too. Will certainly come back to try taro latte, matcha rose latte, lavender latte next time. Staff are very friendly. Limited seating inside. No outdoor seating. If you love Japanese bun and drinks, strongly recommend to try this cafe, which located in the city area, little Tokyo area, easy accessible by train.

If you’re looking for a banana creme matcha, this is the ONLY place that has the best version! Everything is so smooth, from the matcha to the creme on top! The staff are super friendly and are very fast! The line will get crazy but it’s worth it I’m telling you!! I would drink this matcha everyday if I could.

Salt and butter rolls were so delicious. It was light and fluffy but had that classic crispy crust on the outside. Reminiscent of the ones I would enjoy in Korea. Limited seating and selection but still a must go to spot in Little Tokyo

This place is very small because it is inside a hotel but it’s kept very clean . I did see fruit flies in there like two and I told the lady the first time I went but the doors are open so I guess it’s inedible but maybe pay attention! The food is so satisfying. They were sold out of their French toast something so delicious. The little teddy desserts with the pudding inside are amazing 🤩 it tastes like the manjar in a Guatemalan plantain dessert !!!! I had a fish sandwich with coleslaw small in size but worth it and can’t never go wrong with drinks

Ordered a banana crème matcha latte and rose matcha latte with a chocolate emoji bread. Everything was very tasty, but note that the flavors overpower the matcha’s taste if that’s something you’re focused on. The sweetness was just right.

I received 4 different items from a friend. A cheese jalapeño , curry filled, sweet bean filled and a plain croissant looking thing. I tore pieces off the end to taste them not expecting too much. They all tasted great. The butter croissant and the cheese jalapeño were my favorite. I’d definitely go there to try out some of their other products

I finally got to try Okayama Kobo Bakery & Cafe and they did not disappoint. I love savory pastries, and Okayama has it up a notch. Although limited selections, they nailed it. I especially love the jalapeno panini, tomato and basil butter roll, spicy curry pan and their original salt butter roll. A little air fry and it's back to business. I went towards the end on a Saturday and there were selections left but some were sold out already, so def. go earlier if you want a specific item. I also tried their taro latte and matcha latte and both were yum! I love the creaminess and the taro slightly won me over a little more. Line goes pretty quick and service is okay. Make sure you check if your items are correct before heading out because they gave me a different bread than what I ordered. You can tell from the how bread looks. Overall, the bakery gives quite a bit of foot traffic in the hotel, but love that it's super close to all the other shops in the plaza. Parking on Saturday in the structure is $4 every 15 or 20 minutes (I forget) and max is $20 for all day. So plan accordingly!

So excited and surprised to discover this cafe in the lobby of the Miyako Hotel in Little Tokyo. A very cute Japanese cafe with many choices of pastries and breads. We tried the salt and butter roll, the Curry Pan, and the Dodgers cap. Delicious. The line goes quickly and the customer service is spot on. There are a few tables to sit and enjoy your treats. Must try!

Long wait and I don't love that it really depends on your luck in timing for what selection you have when you order. I wish we could order what we want or see an eta for next batch and then just wait to pickup. I had my mind set on trying the diff salt breads but the person in front of me ordered the last one so I didn't even get to try it and had no idea when the next batch would come out. While in line I also didn't think I was going to get to try the curry pan because it was out but by the time i reached the register a fresh batch came out and we were able to snag one. So it's a toss up on what you can get For the selection we got half was given away as a gift so I can't speak on those but my family tried the following: - cheesy curry pan: crispy not too oily and delicious curry - kobo kuma: had to get because of how cute it is and it was the fan favorite. The bread is fluffy and delicious with the custard filling that isn't too sweet. I just wish there was a way to get it more evenly distributed with each bite - chocolate emoji: just as cute as well but not as well liked as the custard from the kobo kuma. Would get if you're a big chocolate lover but otherwise skip - salt and butter roll: I loved this because of how buttery and soft it was but my parents weren't big fans. To be fair it does get a bit oily/buttery while eating but I still enjoyed this! - red bean salt and butter roll: nice to enjoy with the red bean breaking up the butteriness but wish there was more red bean - sunrise bread? I forgot what it was called but it's the one that looks like a Chinese pineapple bun! This was nice and fluffy as well with a nice crust on top but otherwise a bit simple and nothing special Overall would come back to grab and it's especially cute as a gift but I probably wouldn't come out of my way for it especially since you're not guaranteed to get what you want. I hope they'll change their ordering system though and I'm sure it'll make it more efficient for both the workers and customers.

I love Okayama bakery! I always try to make it before 4 pm after work for their drinks. By 3:00 pm, breads slowly get less and less. If you arrive by 3:50 pm, you'll probably find a limited selection of salt breads. Parking was mainly street parking (unless there's a lot I am unaware of). Service is fast and kind! They grab the breads first before you pay at the register. I love the banana matcha. The matcha flavor is not strong, but I like to think of the matcha as another type of drink. The kobo-jicha is just Hojicha and it was delicious! I also asked if I could substitute banana cream top instead of the regular cream (no extra charge!) My only complaint is that I saw a fly with the bread one time, so I'm not sure how they fix that problem. Limited seating, it's not your typical study spot.

Loved their banana matcha so much that I came here three times in a week. I'm not usually a matcha person but there's something about their matcha that just makes me think about it all the time. The service is decently fast but they can get pretty packed since they're popular. Ambiance is a grab and go type of cafe. They're located inside of a hotel but it's not too hard to find them.

Located inside the Miyako hotel is this very cozy cafe offering some delicious baked goods. We ordered two drinks and a box of some their most popular items. My partner and I enjoyed pretty much everything we ordered. Drinks: Banana cream matcha 9/10 - The banana cream top was thick almost pudding like texture and not super sweet. The matcha had good quality. Great price point too! Ube latte 6/10 - Not bad. Decent Ube flavor but tasted a bit powdery. Pastries: Salt bread (10/10) Fish filet sando (10/10) Japanini (10/10) Spicy curry pan (6/10) Pork shumai bun (8/10) Dodger hat pastry (9/10) Overall everything was delicious and would definitely come back. Service was good and the line moves fairly quick. Love how reasonable the prices are!

So delicious. My favorite banana matcha .. also delicious fish panini. Ambiance is cute. In front of a hotel. Couple of tables. So adorable for a quick matcha date.

A cute cafe inside of Miyako Hotel's lobby! The interior is simple and clean, with a few cute decor items. I got a spicy curry pan which was absolutely delicious (a bit spicier than I was expecting though!) and a small hot chocolate. My friend got their kobocha custard from their fall menu and enjoyed it. There are a few tables for working, and the workers were very friendly!

Banana Matcha was too thick. Breads were not tasty and over priced. Curry bread was too spicy and did not taste anything like other Japanese curry bread. But, the design on the cream breads were cute.

I love the cream filled bread rolls here! They're so soft, delicious, and have a cute design! Service is great but the line can be long in the morning so be prepared to wait 10-15 minutes (or longer if you order a drink).

my friend told me about this place and how they have one of the best matchas and she was on point. i got the banana matcha and it's sooooo delicious. also tried their salt bread and it's so good!! their space is shared with the hotel lobby. service is pretty quick. i will def be back

My friend took me to this cute cafe in Little Tokyo! Okayama Kobo offers a great selection of Japanese style breads and pastries like currypan, anpan (matcha, red bean, etc) I tried their salt bread, which had a lightly crisp exterior with the softest, pillowy inside! I also got a matcha latte, which was nice & balanced, though the matcha flavor wasn't super strong. Overall, it's a really nice spot to grab pastries and a drink while exploring Little Tokyo. I love Japanese bakeries, and I'll definitely be coming back to try more from their menu.

Was super excited to try this place as I've heard such great things. I got the banana crème matcha and it did not disappoint! The banana crème wa delicious and not at all artificial tasting or overly sweet. The matcha itself was also very well made and a fair portion/price. Overall, cute space with great drink options.

Lovee this cafe! So thankful the only US locations are in both places I live--socal and oahu xD I always get their banana cream matcha latte (yet for some reason it was a bit overly sweet this time). The matcha isn't gritty or watered down and the flavors are pretty bold. I know my sister has tried their hojicha drinks in the past, which she thoroughly enjoyed. I also really like trying their various baked goods, but my go-to is the curry pan which is so soft, slightly cruchy and savory. This LA branch is located within the Miyako hotel in little tokyo. The space is pretty small with limited indoor seating options and it can get busy here. Not quite sure if there is a restroom for customers. There are various parking options around in the area including paid lot parking or, if you're lucky, metered street. Staff are welcoming and swift despite there being a line when we arrived~ Overall, highly recommend!

There was a little line (10-15 min) wait when we got there around 11am on Saturday. There are restrooms but you have to ask an employee to let you in, as well as some tables to sit at. We got the matcha mochi anpan. It has equal parts red bean and mochi inside. I could have used a little more red bean but still good. The bread itself was fluffy too. For drinks, we got the matcha latte (a good blend although a bit on the milky side) along with the sea salt matcha cold brew (the foam is heavily matcha). They also had a sea salt taro latte that apparently has very little caffeine that I'd opt for in the afternoon.

I went to Okayama Kobo with very high expectations of the matcha. Unfortunately, I don't think people who rated their matcha high have ever had authentic or high quality matcha. The matcha looks green in my picture, but in real life it has a prominent yellow undertone in it. The latte had no matcha taste other than the slight bitterness that comes with the matcha and pretty much tasted like milk with vanilla syrup. I also got the salt bread and it was fine- nothing too special. It was slightly crunchy on the outside with dense bread on the inside. The only good part is that their breads were cute looking, but that's it. I'd recommend lowering your expectations when visiting here.

I've waited an hour at their Anaheim location before, so I was shocked when I came here with no line ahead of me! There's a much smaller selection of pastries than their other location, but they have their speciality dodgers hat cookie/ pastry at this location. The cafe is located at the lobby of a hotel with limited seating. It's right by the little Tokyo metro station and quite central to the other things in the area, making it super walkable. Okayama Kobo is my favorite bakery I've ever tried in the U.S. and really reminds me of the quality in Asia. This is evident in the fluffiness in their light and soft bread with just the perfect amount of flavor. I ordered everything they had left so tbh I don't know exactly what I got. I shared with others and everyone said it was super yummy! I also ordered the rose matcha latte which was good, but I preferred the banana one I tried previously just bc I think the banana/matcha pairing works better. As you can see the packaging of the box is adorable, making it really great as a gift as well :) Service was really great especially bc I came only 30 min before closing and they were still quite busy!

Delicious Japanese pastries, coffee, and tea in a cute, clean cafe inside the Miyako Hotel. We love the butter salt roll. Service is friendly and warm.

I've been to Okayama Kobo in Little Tokyo twice. It is located inside of a hotel lobby right next to all of the central shops in Little Tokyo. Both times we ordered Matcha and they were both very good. Most recently we ordered a Matcha rose latte, which had a sweet foam. The rose flavor was not super overpowering , and the matcha was high-quality. Another time I've also had the banana cream Matcha latte, which was similarly not too sweet and had a good tasting Matcha. They also have a variety of baked goods which I've heard good things about. Convenient Café location, would recommend their Matcha!

This is a small, quick service coffee/bakery spot. The line moves along but can be long (or at least appears to be due to the small space) at various times. They have a solid menu choice of coffees, matchas and refresher drink options with the quality being pretty ok depending on your criteria. They make their matcha in big batches (you can see them do that since it's in an open space) and I know for some deep connoisseurs, this practice is frowned upon. Some of the bakery options are aesthetically pleasing with cute faces and all that. But the sizes of the breads are small for the price point. I tried the taro latte which, as one would probably expect, sweet and good. It's easily replicate-able with some ube/taro condensed milk (if you're inclined to do that). Again, I enjoyed it, but I wasn't necessarily blown away. I also tried their matcha mochi bread which had some red bean in it. Again, pretty good but also pricey for the size. This place is okay, but because they are in a place with a huge array of coffee shops, bakery and treats within walking distance, I can't heartily recommend it above all others. But it's a well-known spot and featured in many "viral" social media posts, so give them a try because your opinion is what truly matters. I'm just stating mine. :-)

I went on a Sunday morning around 20 minutes after they opened and there was no line at all! A constant line started forming around 9:30am! Study-ability: okay, not too many tables, pretty small tables. It was a cute little place! Outlets: just one i think Bathrooms: there are locked bathrooms and the staff helps unlock it for you if you ask! They are very sweet! Parking: pretty easy if you go early in the morning! I was able to have free parking since it was Sunday!

It was my first time trying on my trip down from the Bay Area and I fell in love! This location is inside of a hotel, so it is a bit small and cramped. However, I was able to order and get my food quickly. The kobo kuma bread was so cute so I had to get one. Obviously, I also had to try the famous banana cream matcha. It was so delicious and has kept me on the search for banana cream matchas in NorCal. I will definitely make a stop the next time I'm in SoCal!

Pastries: so BOM, bread is so fluffy and pastries are not too sweet. Can ask baked goods to be heated up. Fav savory is Japanini and fav sweet is salt and butter cookie roll and cinnamon roll Drinks: matcha is more on a sweet treat side then matcha matcha, fav is rose matcha latte Service: sometimes get line, but workers try to move it efficiently, busy time is usually when they open and meadows out in afternoon Ambiance: their bread clock is so cute and overall vibe/decor cutesy too

This place is SO GOOD! We took a little trip to downtown LA and this was my favorite place. We started off matcha sea salt cold brew and an americano. The Matcha sea salt cold brew was so delicious. The matcha was good and the touch of sea salt really elevated the drink with the coffee. It was so good that I abandoned my americano to go and order another matcha sea salt cold brew. Definitely get this! For the bread, we got the Kobo Kuma (bear bread filled with custard). They were so cute!! I asked for the angry looking one and then got a happy looking one. They were so yummy. We also got the curry pan and also very tasty. But would be better if warm. Overall, really love this place and would definitely recommend and come back.

Okayama Kobo Bakery and Cafe is located in the lobby of the Miyako Hotel in Little Tokyo! Okayama Kobo has multiple locations, so I was familiar with their treats. They truly make some delicious baked goods. While their salt and butter bread is a classic, I also enjoy the french toast and savory buns as well. The line is always long as this is a very popular spot, but it moves. There is also seating available in the cafe. The biggest pro is that coming here provides access to the hotel bathroom. When you get to the counter, you can ask for the key and they will scan you in. As there are very few, if any, bathrooms in Little Tokyo, this is helpful. Staff in the hotel are very kind and provide high quality service!

The banana créme matcha here is really good and they make it really fast. The banana créme is light but oh so creamy! The regular matcha latte was good too. We got both drinks with oat milk. Ambiance: there's a few tables and chairs there to sit at inside. The line is pretty long but the wait isn't too bad. It's right next to a hotel. Parking is difficult because it's in little Tokyo.

This little coffee/matcha shop is located inside the lobby of the Miyako Hotel. It has some unique pastries that I have yet to try. But I did have the banana creme matcha with oat milk and it was perfection. I'm intrigued by the other matcha drinks and the pastries so I'll be back next time I'm in town for work.

Located at the Miyako Hotel, Okayama is trending. It sells an assortment of cute character bread. My honest take is the Curry Pans are amazing. The bread on the Red Bean Mochi was super dry and not as delicious. I thought the Japanini was an interesting concept and enjoyed it but not as much as the Curry Pan.

The new Okayama Kobo Bakery in the lobby level of the Miyako Hotel in Little Tokyo, and easily one of the best in DTLA. Has quickly become one of the required stops for me when passing through. Some of my personal favorites here include: Cookie Salt & Butter Roll, Spicy Curry Pan, Matcha Sunrise Bun, and the Oyaki Pork Shumai.

After coming back from a trip to Japan a while back, I was seriously craving a good curry pan and that search led me straight to Okayama Kobo Bakery & Cafe. Tucked away in Little Tokyo, it feels like one of those low-key spots you'd stumble upon in Tokyo... except people here are definitely catching on. It's not as hidden as it used to be, but still 100% worth the hype. The spicy curry pan absolutely hit the spot, crispy on the outside, flavorful and comforting inside, just like I remembered. I also grabbed the salt & butter roll (simple and so good) and the banana matcha, which was unique, fluffy, and had this subtle sweetness that totally worked. Everything's fresh, the space is cozy, and the staff is super friendly. If you're missing Japan--or just love great bread--this place is a must.

**December 2024: Weekday Visit** I love Japan and Okayama Kobo Bakery is the closest thing I have to relieve my Japanese dreams in the states. I usually go to the Anaheim location, but on this occasion I was staying at the Miyako Hotel which houses this branch! The curry pan is my absolute favorite as it's savory, warm, and just puts a smile on my face. They also have sweet breads if that's your jam as well as different Japanese cold drinks. Service is quick and this location is much smaller than the Anaheim branch, but the products are consistent with the Japanese standards. Two thumbs up!

I tried their banana cream matcha latte with almond milk, rose latte, spicy curry pan, cheesy jalapeño bread, and the kobo kuma bread (vanilla bean custard filled). The banana cream matcha latte is EXCELLENT!!! I would definitely come back for this. The kobo kuma bread was my favorite of the baked goods, the rest were okay. I went during a busy time but service was quick and friendly. It's located in the lobby of a hotel so it was a little awkward finding it at first and the location doesn't really lend itself to the most chill ambiance but it's definitely a cute spot.

Delicious fresh pastries and drinks! We tried a bunch of breads and couldn't stop because they were so good. The bread is so fresh and with perfect texture here. Our faves were the japanini, spicy curry pan, and the mentaiko salt bread. The sea salt and banana cream foam matcha we're also great, personally I loved the light sweetness of the banana foam. I would love to come back here or check out the oc location. There is some seating but not a ton. There will likely be a line on the weekends but it goes very fast.

These days Little Tokyo feels like the town Ohtani built. Murals and advertisements of Ohtani are everywhere, and it's almost a game when I visit: spotting his endorsements all over the neighborhood. My personal favorite ad is thoughtful Ohtani sipping a bottle of Ito En green tea. Ohtani might be an ace pitcher and power slugger, but can he make a salt-and-butter roll as good as Okayama Kobo? That's not a fair question or maybe I'm just salty because I see so many cute Asian girls wearing his jersey at Dodger games. Can't really blame Ohtani-san, though, because the rolls and curry pan from Okayama Kobo are some of the best I've tasted in LA: pillowy soft inside, crispy outside. The flavor is subtle and delicate, yet it leaves a warm feeling after every bite, like a gentle spring breeze. Still, I don't want to just parrot the usual praise. Instead, I followed a small clue: The Loaf Bakery in Newhall, which I heard has ties to Okayama Kobo. That breadcrumb trail made me curious about the company's background. Through my deep dive, I learned that the founder, Tsunetaka Kawakami, is a respected businessman in Japan, respected enough to have his own manga biography. But what surprised me most is that Okayama Kobo's biggest business isn't retail, it's consulting. Through his Liaison Project, people with no bakery or business background can open their own bakery after just five days of training. It's not a franchise, just a proven system built on making bread with additive-free, 100% Japanese wheat. Today, more than 300 bakeries worldwide are graduates of his system. In the end, Ohtani-san could probably bake a roll as good as Okayama Kobo's... so long as he enrolled in the five day training. That thought makes me laugh, though a little jealous too.

Bread & pastry were pretty good! We got the mango matcha danish & kobo kuma bread. I wish I would've tasted a bit more of the mango flavor for the danish, but the bread was warm when we received it! I think that was pretty sweet. I was big disappointed on the matcha...it's an ok matcha & the latte was okay as well. I can taste the richness in the espresso though, so I am going to recommend for all my coffee lova to give it a try! Kev really liked the matcha but didn't really care for the pastry's and I felt the complete opposite lol! I loved the pastry's, didn't like the matcha so that was funny lol! -J Jiggy wanted to take me here cuz her coworker brought these before. I really liked the banana creme matcha latte which is something I've never tried before. Jiggy's latte isn't really my thing and the pastries are okay but the presentation is really cute. Worth checking out if ur in the little Tokyo area. -K

I've been wanting to try this bakery after seeing its cute baked goods on social media! It's located in a chill hotel lobby in the middle of little Tokyo, with plenty of other spots nearby. Unfortunately we went at opening at 7am and a lot of the baked goods like the emoji breads weren't in stock yet. I tried the mentai salt bread and it was fluffy and light. My friend found a hair in his spicy curry donut, which is unfortunate because the filling was delicious. The drinks are definitely the weaker aspect of this cafe, as the matcha latte I had tasted artificial and did not have that bold matcha flavor that I prefer. There was a small mistake with my drink order but the worker was very friendly and fixed my drink.

I stayed at the hotel that this bakery is located at, and when I checked in around 3:30pm, there was quite a line extending into the lobby for this place. It has a bright and white appearance, and there was quite a lot of buzz about the bakery, and especially the banana matcha latte. I decided to take advantage of staying on site and being an early-riser, so I visited the next day only about 5 minutes after opening. They only had a few baked items available. It looked like they were putting stuff in the ovens, but be aware that the full menu might not be available if you get there right at opening. I went with the banana creme matcha latte, the french toast, and the hot dog panini. The hot dog panini was a little greasy, but really tasty. The french toast was sweet and crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. It was also quite delicious. I really enjoyed the banana matcha latte. The sweetness of the banana flavor paired really nicely with the matcha. Very creamy and flavorful. Even though most of their offerings weren't available when I stopped by, all the things I got were tasty and fresh. This is a cute spot that delivered on taste, freshness and quality.

Come here if you're a matcha (or coffee) fanatic! They have the best banana matcha latte you'll ever have. Their prices are pretty reasonable too considering their portion size, quality and taste. It's located near the little Tokyo plaza area inside of a hotel but it's not hard to find. There's plenty of signage everywhere. Came on a Saturday afternoon so the line was pretty long and even went out the door as I was leaving but the wait is definitely worth it! The service is pretty fast though so once you order, you'll get your drinks within about 5- 10 minutes. There's street parking or parking in the little Tokyo plaza.

Cute matcha spot located in the lobby of a hotel. I ordered the banana matcha latte and my friend ordered the sea salt taro latte and it did not disappoint. Great banana and cream flavor, and the matcha was of good quality. Service was quick. Girl in the front was helpful for any questions I had. Overall, a nice place to sit and chat with a friend, grab a matcha solo, or even do some work. We were there for a little and saw the line go up and down, as well as many people come in and out - needless to say they get a lot of foot traffic.

Little cute spot nestled inside of a hotel I guess but the flavors here are really packing a punch. They use real fruit and not any wack tasting sweeteners. The Banana matcha tasted like real Banana chunks blended with some earthy matcha. Hate hate artificial Banana taste so it wowed me! Even the little pastries are quite nice. Next time I walk around Little Tokyo I'll pop in for a little treat.

Came by on a Tuesday afternoon to try their banana creme matcha latte. Lucky for me I work in the area so I didn't have to wait in the overcrowded weekend line. My coworker and I waited about 10-15 minutes? It was quick. This bakery is located inside a hotel. Cute little hidden gem. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I wanted to give it a try since so many people on Yelp was raving about the banana matcha. They were not wrong about it!! I would say the wait is worth the hype!! The banana cream foam is a good balance to the matcha. I'm not really a fan of banana milk, so that was my concern. Luckily it exceeded my expectations! Would definitely go back to get it again. I also want to try their pastries! They look so good!

Ordered the salted matcha latte, strawberry matcha latte, americano, and spicy curry pan. Also tried to order the taro latte but they ran out of taro (very sad). The cold foam was overly salted and the americano was a bit more sour than I think it should have been. The spicy curry pan had an amazing crunchy layer covering a soft warm bread, with a delicious curry inside which was SUPER spicy. As a bakery this place is above and beyond, thus the four stars. But if you are just getting drinks I think you can skip the long waits here and go to any other spot in the area. Staff is very friendly. Seating is very limited.

Best matcha I've ever had!! We went on a Sunday around 12:30pm and the line was out the door. We were able to order and get out drink within 25 mins, which was super fast IMO. I got the matcha sea salt cold brew and my sisters got the strawberry matcha. Both were sooo good! The foam on both were salty but not overly salted. It tasted amazing drinking just the foam and mixing it with the rest of the drink. This is located in the lobby of the hotel, has some tables, and seems like it's always crowded. I wouldn't recommend it if you're trying to study here because it can get loud and there aren't many tables/seats. Next time I go back, I'm definitely trying some of their pasties and buns because they're so cute!

Cute aesthetic spot located in the lobby of Miyako Hotel, right by Japanese Village Plaza. Few tables and seats to enjoy your pastries and drink. Great spot to stop by if you're in the area but sadly I wouldn't go out of my way to visit. Sea Salt Taro Latte - wouldn't order this again. Not much taro flavor, you taste mostly milk. Banana Creme Matcha Latte - banana creme top was good, tastes more like real banana instead of artificial banana flavoring. Matcha itself was disappointing. Matcha flavor needs to be doubled at least. It wasn't good, but wasn't bad. Kobo-jicha Latte - perfect balance of roasted and creaminess. Would order this again! Matcha Mochi Anpan (matcha bun with sweet red bean & mochi filling)- I would order this again, red bean wasn't too sweet and paired well with the matcha bun. Matcha bun itself wasn't sweet and the red bean complimented it. Mochi added just the right about of texture. Kobo Kuma (custard filled)- really adorable teddy bear buns, fun for kids. But the bun itself was quite dry in my opinion. Texture of custard was a little off, not smooth but lumpy.

Okayama Kobo..... hands down to the best matcha latte I've ever had!!!! First off parking. Okayama is located in little Tokyo in Los Angeles in a hotel lobby. There is Street parking available but if you're from L.A. you know parking is limited. There is a public parking garage around the corner off of Central Avenue and it's safe to park there. NOT FREE. Upon entering the lobby you will notice the place is small. However, they have managed to add a few tables and chairs. A group of 10 will probably take up the entire space but don't let this intimidate you because the service is amazing. I can't stress how helpful and patient the staff has been with me when choosing my drink. I went for their iced banana cream matcha latte and it completely blew me away. That first sip .... I knew I was in love . 10/10. Also, you might want to skip on a straw for your drink. Because when you take a sip of the matcha you also take a sip of that banana cream and let's just say you're tasting a little piece of heaven. I went back the next day and ordered a hot matcha with the banana cream. They don't normally add the banana cream to the hot matcha because it will sink to the bottom. BUT..... trust me, you're gonna love it. You do need to stir it so it blends well. I come here once or twice a week or as time permits. Worth the $7 Been here early mornings, mid-day and after noon AND it's always packed! However, service is pretty fast and I have not waited longer than 5 minutes so don't let the long line discourage you. A MUST TRY! For months I kept having the same drink but I finally pushed myself to have the sea salt matcha cream cold brew and Ohhhhhhh myyyyyy gawwwd!!! It did not disappoint. ‍

The famous banana cream matcha latte -- yummy! We went on a Saturday and happened to be the last people in line before they closed. We probably waited around 10minutes for our drink after ordering? Felt long but maybe I was just anticipating and stuff. Staff was nice but it was very go go go, which makes sense because it was so busy! As for the drink itself: the banana cream was SO good! I loved it so so much, although the matcha latte part was... average. Nothing to rave about, not my favorite matcha, but LOVED the banana cream. I would buy the cream on its own. There were a few tables, and it's right in the middle of Little Tokyo. I think it's definitely worth stopping by once!

I've tried salted bread from many different places, but none of them compare to this one. The texture here is truly unmatched--perfectly crisp on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. It was so delicious that I honestly felt grateful to the friend who first introduced me to this place. A must-visit for anyone who loves good bread.

This spot lives up to the hype!!!! The matcha yo begin with is phenomenal. Perfect mix of umami and sweet. The strawberry cold foam was super creamy! My friend had the banana matcha and he said it was sweeter (to his preference and loved it). Had the matcha sunrise bread, and super yummy! Love the matcha on top. The line here can get long but it goes by so quick!! Will always come back if I'm in the area! :))

I was super excited to try the banana matcha at this spot--and it absolutely did not disappoint! The flavor was perfectly balanced: just the right amount of banana to complement the matcha without overpowering it, and the sweetness level was spot-on for my taste. Getting there on a weekend can be a bit tricky since street parking in Little Tokyo is tough to come by, but we opted for the parking garage, which made things easier. The shop itself is small and tucked into a hotel, but still offers a decent number of seats if you want to hang out and enjoy your drink.