LOOPS Hair Studio

Noriko has been my go-​to hair stylist for the last 13 years. She always takes time for me and is never in a rush. I am so happy I found her and will only go to her. She gives me great advice for my style and has great technical ability. She’s a complete pleasure to deal with and I am thankful for our relationship. The salon also added privacy partitions, which makes me feel very comfortable! Thank you Loops Hair Studio and thank you Noriko!

When Noriko started Loops with her partner last year, my gut feeling is that she will do very well. I don’t change my hair stylist like changing clothes, but I have done my fair share of research/​trial and error until I decided to stick with Noriko. I have walked out of other salons feeling great on the day of the haircut, but only Noriko’s haircut stays in shape and looks great for the longest time without any special hair product or styling. That says a lot about her skills. Reasonable price and great service, what more can you ask for?
The only downfall is that you may have to make an appointment sometimes weeks ahead of time because Noriko is popular. She takes the entire hour with you, so it is important to be on time.
I also like the fact that I can get everything done at one shopping plaza without moving my car — haircut at Loops, grocery at Nijiya, bargain shopping at daiso, a meal at the curry house, and then finish off with desserts from beard papa.

Loops hair studio is a nice and cozy place. You can tell it’s professionalism by taking a first look at the place. Ken was my hairstylist and he was nice and really know how to give you a style that looks good on you. The price is reasonable and I’m very happy with the outcome! This is a place you won’t regret giving it a shot!

I don’t change my hair dresser very often but Ken is amazing! He is a very nice person and I love the hair cut I got from him. It was an excellent experience at this place. I’m gonna stick with Ken from now on!

Kyoko has been my hairstylist for years. She has 30years of experience and was once very big in Japan as a hairstylist. I’m always pleased with the service. She can pretty much do everything.

Kyoko is excellent hairstylist.
She has been cut my hair for 6 years.
She knows everything about my hair.
She is a professional that she could styling so many type of hair.
I can easy to styling my hair because Kyoko’s cut is always perfect!
And her shampoo is really nice. I can always relax here.
I would highly recommend.

I’ll admit that I never noticed this place every time I went to Nijiya Market/​Kula/​Curry House/​Daiso until Ken, my hairstylist, informed me that he moved here. Then I started noticing the bright orange logo at all the elevator directories pointing to the corner space on the second floor next to H.I.S. Travel. (By the way, since when did the city install traffic lights at Sawtelle/​Mississippi? Pedestrians and drivers rejoice!)
Pretty cool salon/​hair studio. Brand new, cozy feel with light-​treated wood everywhere and indoor plants throughout, bright and open, and the best of all, solid dividers between work stations so you never have to accidentally meet eyes in the mirror with the person next to you. You’ll still be able to hear all the conversations around you, mostly in Japanese, and everyone will get to know you secondhand too.
Prices are more reasonable than the place with the name that rhymes with Baka (Google translate) that got greedy and built a second location and then started losing customers when they raised prices over and over again. Though there are posted prices at the window, you should still check with your individual hairstylist as prices may differ, e.g. much higher.
Here, each hairstylist is his or her own boss and has complete control over their own schedule and clientele. I got the impression that they rent the space station and whatever they get, they keep. Direct contact with the hairstylist is highly encouraged. It’s difficult for me to talk on the phone during business hours and so being able to just text Ken for an appointment is a major plus.
Walk-​ins are welcome but I don’t think many people like to play availability-​roulette or go to Nijiya and have a sudden urge to get a haircut, but if you are looking for a hairstylist, go with Ken. He does men and women’s haircuts and Japanese straightening and other services (no extensions — I learned that these are only good for a day or two anyway). Totally down to earth, nice/​kind/​courteous guy and easy to talk to. I am the type who usually buries my face in pointless magazines or stare at my phone during these kinds of appointments, but with Ken, I actually enjoy talking with him and walking out looking much better.
Earlier today, I got Japanese hair straightening + haircut. The fugly face cannot be helped but at least my hair is now super soft, silky and shiny with no ripped and split ends. I won’t have to brush or flatiron my hair for a long long time :) :) It was around 4 hours but it didn’t feel that long. My 2.5 hour flight to Seattle earlier this month felt much longer.
Oh yeah, one more thing about the salon — most places offer some sort of non-​alcoholic liquid refreshment in disposable cups but not here. Fancy ceramic cup plus saucer set and no dangling teabag like other places. And good amount of magazines (they even had Car and Driver and National Geographic and a shit-​ton of Japanese magazine, of course).
Ever since I moved to LA more than 15 years ago, I would go from salon to salon from Westwood/​Pasadena/​SGV/​Beverly Hills and all the way to Santa Monica trying to find a good hair stylist that I can stick with, but after the first haircut by Ken almost half a decade ago, I go where he goes.
–Second floor by H.I.S. Travel
–Free underground parking
–Coat closet
–Single-​stall unisex bathroom that is super clean and not meant for employees-​only
–I didn’t notice hair products on display (I am also blind) but they carry the Yuko brand
¹⁰⁄₁₀ will come here again

I follow Ken anywhere he goes. He’s awesome and my daughter loves him too!!! He always knows and remembers what I want …
highly recommend him.

Ken is the most amazing hairstylist ever! He’s incredibly skilled and offers great advice on how to best style hair. He’s kind and easy to talk to. It has always been hard for me to be completely comfortable with a stylist or a salon, I’m very sensitive about my haircuts haha, but I completely trust ken. I have been going to ken for well over a year now and I am so glad I found him. Scheduling appointments is really easy, just call or text him and he’s always very accommodating and flexible. The studio itself is beautifully decorated and very relaxing. Their customer service is top tier and they also validate parking at the underground lot so parking is free!
You absolutely won’t regret coming to loops hair studio. Guaranteed you’ll walk out feeling like a beauty queen.

Kentaro is amazing. I’m writing a review because I just saw the new South Park episode so I thought I would contribute to the community.
Anyway, Ken listens and advises.

Spontaneously came in the other night for a cut and so glad I did! Toshie was such a sweetheart and so kind during the entire time I was there, even though I was indecisive about how short I wanted to cut, where my part was, etc. She really listened to what I was looking for and I really appreciate that :) And, of course, Toshie did a lovely job in making my hair look soft and cute by the time I left! Girl’s got skills :)
Highly recommend and will be back. Thanks LOOPS Studio :)

My favorite hair salon is here LOOPS! Toshie has been taking care of my hair for years, and I absolutely love it! The place is very cozy as you can see from my pictures and of course everyone is very friendly!
Today, I had a hair cut, highlight, digital (?) perm, and my hair looks amazing! I really liked my perm hair, I needed volume and a little bit of wavy hair as my hair is straight and flat…
And Toshie knows I am lazy taking care of my hair :) I do not need to use gel or hair cream to make this hair, and it is effortless and very playful.
Thank you so much Toshie!

Noriko has been my only go-​to person to cut my very tricky hair for over 15 years. I live in Torrance but it’s worth the commute. This time, I and my younger daughter got a haircut in her new studio, and I was super happy about the experience and the results. The new studio is light and airy, and my 7 yr old daughter enjoyed waiting for me in the relaxing seating area.

I’ve been going to taka hair salon since 2013 and they’re great but the last couple of times I was left a little disappointed especially since their prices have gone up a good amount for a haircut.
I decided to look for a new place and discovered loops while eating at curry house.
Appt was easy; I was able to go in the next day.
Noriko is awesome and so nice and takes time on your hair. I chopped off my mop and decided to go with a bob cut. It feels so much lighter and healthier.
Definitely recommend this place. There doesn’t seem to be a lot of traffic so I hope this place picks up soon. It’s only been open for 7 months. This is my new go-​to place.
65 $ for a women’s haircut.
Thanks noriko-​san !

I came in to see Noriko-​san after seeing her cut my boyfriends hair for the past few months. I made an appointment with her directly through her cell number and she was so kind and sweet!
I wanted to cut my hair to shoulder length or shorter after having long hair for years and came in a little bit nervous. I showed her a few pictures I saved on Pinterest and Noriko-​san kindly suggested that a slightly longer cut would be better for my face shape, so I obliged. I’m glad that I listened, because it looks fabulous! I have thick wavy hair that always felt heavy and made me sweat, but now I feel so light and ready for summer! She washed my hair beforehand, styled my hair after, and gave me suggestions on how to style my hair according to my comfort level, which is with the least amount of effort hehe
She really knows her business, and I would recommend her to everyone who wants to trust their hair to a skilled professional.

Toshie cut my hair as well as my son and husband for 10 years. I had referred friends to Toshie. She always cut my hair perfectly as well as my fiancé and our son (8years old) who has soft blonde hair. They would not have anyone else to cut their hair now. They LOVE how Toshie cut their hair. She is former Du Japon’s hair stylist. I highly recommend for anyone!

My wife and my son received haircut from Noriko-​san today. Congrats Noriko-​san for opening your own salon. My wife has been Noriko-san’s customer for about 10 years.

First time be here for perm and haircut, nice service and professional suggestion/​skill! I had a good time in this salon! After my hair cut done, my wife decided come here next week, because she thinks here is a nice place to do the hair cut /​perm !
5 stars!

I love Toshie! She always does an amazing job with my hair and she definitely knows how to work with asian hair. I have ALOT of hair and she knows how to tame the beast. The location is super convenient with free parking and its such a beautiful space with great lighting. I am so happy that she opened this place up with her business partner. They truly deserve it and I wish them all the luck!

So happy this place is open! I have been a long-​time customer of Toshie Nakayama. When I moved to LA 7 years ago, I struggled to find a stylist that could cut my hair the way I needed it. After a few failed and overpriced cuts at places in the area, I found Toshie. She provides precision cuts and impeccable service. I always feel comfortable and relaxed in her chair and she gives me an extra little flair if she knows I’m going out afterwards. I always get compliments. Formerly of Du Japon, she decided to venture out with another stylist to open this new shop. She also does a great job on men’s hair. Prices are more than reasonable. It’s tough to find a good stylist, ladies. Look no further. My husband refuses to go anywhere else and so do I! Highly recommended for anyone on the Westside.