Impression Hair Salon

I liked Nozomi a lot (She left for NY) but I love the new stylist YURI even more. Her technique is amazing. Her 20 years of experience in Omotesando, Tokyo, Japan really impressed me and I love the way she cuts my hair. She proves great technique of hair cut gives the same hair a different impression. Love her.

I give five stars to my stylist, Yuri and also the salon. I had hard time to really find a good hair salon which provides good service and reasonable charge. I don’t mind to pay extra more if the service is outstanding but I had pretty bad experiences at two Asian salon. Yuri did a very detailing job on my hair treatment, dying and hair cut. And her suggestion for changing my hair style is perfectly give me a look. I enjoy the friendly and professional service here. For sure, I’ll be back.

I met my new stylist Yuri this last time I got my haircut there and she was so pleasant and low key :) I needed a change and she did probably the most amazing job detailing the ends of my hair that even though it was shoulder/​neck length, the ends were not chunky and hard to manage but were so natural. You know that feeling or look that you just got a haircut and it’s a little blunt? Well that never happened!!! :) I was very happy with my haircut and experience. She was not pushy on any hair products and I was completely comfortable. She noticed I was nodding off as she was blowdrying (as I was jet lagged) and I got a very tasty iced coffee! Would definitely recommend her and will be going back to her soon!

Love this salon! The interior is chic and modern, and so are the cuts! A little pricey, but you get what you pay for.

Asian hair is different from non-​Asian hair and over the years, I’ve only come to trust Japanese stylists. I was referred to Impression Hair Salon by my trusted Japanese stylist in SF. I called and made an appt with the owner, Ryuichi.
Since I get apprehensive about anyone new cutting my hair, I felt better as soon as I walked into the salon and saw the modern, lofted space. Clean, sleek/​modern. I felt even more at ease since Ryuichi was/​is very personable and he’s got the dexterity, skills, and artistic ability to work with you on what you would like.
I brought multiple pictures on my phone to show him how I like my hair cut that was taken by my NYC Japanese stylist. So far, after 3 cuts, we’ve improved the communication on how to achieve what I was looking for. He really listens and has earned my trust as he is now my LA go-​to-​guy.
Great customer service and attention to detail. Worth the $ and even the 1 hr drive on the 405 to get there.
Free parking in the back is also a nice perk– especially in this part of town.

Yuri is a really good hair stylist. She tended to all my haircut requests. Very thorough with what she does. She also gave me some recommendations on trimming the hair, making it light. I even consulted with her on the coloring for the next visit. Almost all of the colors that we talk about, she was well aware and knowledgeable of the ones that do work with my hair and the ones that don’t. I will be coming back here for a second visit (:

I called in last minutes today. But they took my reservation. After 20 minutes I was there. Then stylist CHIAKI gave me a great hair cut well as great massage. She showed me how to style with hair wax too. Free parking in back.

Came in on a Sunday afternoon, it wasn’t too busy and they were able to fit me in pretty quickly. As an Asian man, it can be hard to get a really satisfactory haircut, but Chiaki did a great job! She was very communicative and attentive, and she pretty much got the look I wanted spot-​on. A little pricey, but easily worth the extra over a barbershop — I’ll definitely be coming back!

As busy as they were Ryuichi and Nozomi was able to take me in last min and fit me in for a hair cut.
As a plus, my haircut turned out great!
I’ve been getting my hair styled here for the past 6 months and can say with confidence that they not only have fantastic technical skill, they are genuinely good people as well.
Free Parking in the Back!

First time on a Sunday and was booked for 4:30 at last minute which is awesome. Nozomi is a great stylist, listens attentively to your needs and makes you feel super comfortable. Thank you Nozomi!

I used to come to this salon a while ago before they moves to a new location on Santa Monica blvd. I knew they always gave me a very good hair cut and remembered I left the salon very happy and satisfied.
But because of my busy schedule plus I work about an hour away from here everyday except Sunday. I haven’t been able to come back for a long long time.
Fortunately I got all my morning schedule clears on one day and I called the salon hoping that they would squeeze me in for a cut because I desperately needed a nice haircut for my cousin’s wedding.
Despite of my worry, they were able to schedule me in next morning at 9:30 with Ryuichi (Owner of the salon). Since I am trying to let my hair grow, I wanted to keep the same length but just add movement and have hair nicely framed my face.
I usually am not good at explaining what I want and get frustrated but, Ryuichi understood exactly what I wanted!
I explained maybe less than a few min to him and he was able to give me the hair cut that was even better than I imagined!
He knew how my hair works and was able to give me the perfect haircut despite of my super damaged hair!
He is for sure one of the best hair stylist in west LA!
Furthermore, they even open Sunday!!! What other salon open on Sunday? lol.
I def will start coming back here again :)

I went to IMPRESSION HAIR SALON for the first time to get haircut. CHIAKI was my stylist. She is amazing! Very patient, nice, and great with haircut and styling. She just moved from Japan so don’t speak English well. recommend to bring some picture so it’s easy to communicate!
Salon is very chic and clean.
Definitely will go back again!

I had my first hair cut at Impression back in college, and years later, even after I moved away, I still drive up 30 minutes to West LA to fulfill my hair needs. I’ve had my hair cut, colored, and treated at Impression over the years so this review is for everything and everyone I encountered there.
I was happy with each and every of my hair stylists throughout the years, but I especially love my current stylist Nozomi. She’s skilled, attentive, and super sweet! Every time I have her cut my hair I receive numerous compliments, even if it’s just a trim.
The great thing about the stylists here is that if it’s your first time, they will take the time to get to know you and ask you a lot of questions. After a few visits, they remember which way you part your hair and your specific needs (in my case, I do not have the time or willpower to blow dry my hair everyday, I need something easy to manage but not boring). I’m usually in & out of the salon in 1 hour even with a deep treatment because Nozomi knows how I like my hair… a major plus for my hectic schedule.
Oh and one last thing, I think many of the regular customers will agree: I LOVE their new location because I have no trouble finding parking :)

I love this salon! very clean, nice, and great technique. My hair stylist is Nozomi, she is the best;))
LAで日本の素敵なサロン見つけていたら、ここ本当にオススメです

Nozomi-​san is the b e s t ! ! !
I wanted to cover a healing bruise on my cheek. She, so nicely, really listened, understood and trimmed simple layers that lay beautifully over it! I’ve gotten a lot of compliments on this haircut! I’ve tried many Japanese hair salons in West LA, but I keep going back to her because I really trust the way she cuts with detail and smoothly blended layers! Originally a rec from a piano teacher and friend, definitely going back!

Thank you, Nozomi! I love my air wave perm.

I had been there for a cut and hair coloring every month for a year.
In the mean time, I used to have short hair. The technique of Mr. Kobayashi, who is the owner of this hair salon, is out of fashion and out of date. Most of time I needed to visit there next day to fix hair style. Apparently he is not good at short cuts all.

Nozomi is the best! She listens to what you want and won’t disappoint. I’ve gotten everything from perm to color to cut and I always leave very satisfied. Their new location is easy to find and they have parking which is a great plus. Very professional, clean, and chic. I highly recommend for anyone with any type of hair.

I’ve been coming to this salon for over 12 years now. Great staff and fabulous hair styles. They are all attentive, and listen to what you’re trying to achieve. They can tell you which hair style would be good for your face line and your hair type. Since the stylist knows me well, I don’t have to say much. I usually leave it up to him, and he does a spectacular job every time.
I don’t think you will be disappointed or upset if you get your hair done here.

I used to not cut my hair because I could never find a good place to go to; I’d end up growing it out or shaving it all off. The places I’d go to either charged too much for a semi decent hair cut or they are cheaper and I’d end up looking worse off than I was. Plus being Asian, my hair can be difficult to cut.
I’ve been to a handful of Asian hair salons of the course of the years and found Impression Hair Salon to be the best. Wakana cuts my hair, she is great at what she does, very friendly and makes me feel confident in my new styles. The staff here too is amazing! They are always welcoming, make you feel comfortable and super friendly. And as with most Japanese hair places, they give a massage and hot towel; my favorite parts of the cut, reminds me of Japan :)
Mens haircut runs about $ 55 – 60 (depending on how much you decide to tip). It can be pricey for those that are budget conscious, but good stylists are hard to come by. Be sure to take care of your stylists if you like your cut.