I LOVE Moona Moono! What a cute and very cool coffee and gift shop to visit , study, or just to relax! It's bright, airy, with lots and lots of natural lighting. Such a peaceful vibe. The diverse coffee and tea menu offer both the classics to the fancy brews. The pastries to pair with the drinks, are so delectable since they the delightful pastries are from the renown Patisserie 46! Today, I got the Black Sesame Latte with Oat Foam, served hot since it was quite a chilly day and an Almond croissant, which was sooo good, the perfect balance of a flaky exterior with a rich, nutty interior. Heavenly! I also got the opportunity to meet Angie Lee, the founder of Moona Moono! I told her how much I LOVED her shop and how much Minneapolis needed a shop like this. Angie appreciated my feedback and she told me the backstory to the name of the store! The name "Moona Moono" is a rough translation of two Korean words meaning "culture octopus," representing the various "tentacles" or facets of the Asian American experience. How COOL is that? Thank you again, Angie, for bringing this lovely shop to Minneapolis, and I hope it stays a hit for the years to come! LOVE! read more

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**Pros:** * The coffee itself is legitimate: strong, hot, and fresh. * Reliable Wi-Fi. * The price point for a standard drip coffee is excellent (under $4). **Cons:** * The interior design feels sterile, leaning into a "clinical" aesthetic that lacks warmth. **Review:** I stopped in for a simple "coffee of the day" during a time when the shop was only moderately busy. The staff was initially friendly, emphasizing that I should let them know if I needed anything and that refills were complimentary. However, when I went to pour my coffee, the carafe was empty. What followed was a frustrating 10-minute wait for a simple cup of drip coffee. Despite there being no line, the staff behind the counter were preoccupied with conversation rather than maintaining the station--the most basic expectation for a coffee shop. Furthermore, the process was handled inefficiently. Rather than prioritizing the waiting customer by pouring a cup from the new brew as soon as it was ready, I was left waiting for the entire vessel to finish filling. In a fast-paced environment, drip coffee should be an immediate transaction. Simple service recovery--such as offering an Americano while the pot brewed or acknowledging the wait--would have gone a long way, but unfortunately, there was a lack of situational awareness. The environment also felt dismissive. As I reached my 7th minute waiting for this cup, I remarked that the process was taking longer than a pour-over. A bystander felt compelled to interject, stating, "They're doing their best." I responded, "No, they're not," with the employees standing right there, still failing to perform the basic requirements of their job. If a shop runs out of its primary product and makes a customer wait nearly 10 minutes for a fresh brew, they are not doing their best. That is a failure of service, not a reflection of the customer's patience. tl;dr: Great coffee, but the service experience needs a serious recalibration. read more

What a cute coffee/tea place with a gift shop. The tea was good but really expensive. ($8.50!) Parking can be rough but there are free residential parking options if you don't mind a short walk. They have different events here that look fun. Analog Sunday looks especially fun. read more

Moona Moono - Matcha lavender tea oat latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

Fun shop with much going on. A back room had some craft tables set up. So many fun shopping items to peruse. I visited primarily for a refreshing afternoon drink. I went away from my typical latte and opted to try a Lavendar matcha. The person helping me was excellent, answered my silly questions, and offered great advice. I enjoyed the iced matcha very much. Parking was a bit busy but I found a free spot a block away. Great stop and a fun play to find a unique gift. read more

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Finally was able to try coffee from the spot after stopping in a few times to donate while they were collecting items to donate to people in need (which automatically gives them five stars based on how wonderful they have been during these tofu times). I grabbed a latte to go to walk my dog around the lake and the location is perfect for this. The staff was so friendly and the shop is adorable. So many local items and little knickknacks you could spend some time wandering around. I really Enjoyed my latte with housemade lavender syrup. There was plenty of seating in the coffee shop itself, and off to the annex. It was busy for a Tuesday midmorning! Street parking is also super easy. Will be back! read more

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Omg such a cute spot!!! Loved their peppermint mocha (hot) drink. I think it's seasonal..so try it before you have to wait the next season! They had other unique drinks but I couldn't help but stick to the one drink I enjoy. In the cafe store, you're welcomed by one of the staff at the front who runs the store front with all the cute stationary, kitchen cutlery and other cute miscellaneous nick backs around the store where you can peruse. It seems like a lot of the products there are Japanese-based or imported from out-of-state artists, too. Some things are a little pricey so be careful not to indulge too much in the cuteness of everything. The cafe is in the back corner with plenty of tables for folks to sit and enjoy their drink. I've see some people do a bullet journal date there, set up their mobile office and come out to socialize. It's a good spot for whatever tickles your pickles at a coffee/tea shop! Parking is tricky since there's no lot. They do have parking meters around the building. It can get crowded so prepare for some laps around the building! read more

I wasn't impressed, I'd heard so much about their matchas I was expecting so much more. Also super hyped on social media so in person disappointment was real. I got the strawberry matcha and the flavor of matcha was absent 100%, it tasted like water. Clearly was a pitcher matcha but for $10+ I wanted more matcha flavor. Call me crazy. The cafe itself is cute and has a little shop with adorable Asian goodies and products. But sadly Starbucks has better matcha. I'm not a matcha connoisseur but even my friend who often gets it said it was flavorless and sad tasting. Maybe their coffee is better? read more

Moona Moono - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

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LOVE! I am sooo excited this spot came to Uptown - it's a great new staple on Hennepin! SPACE This space is part shop, part cafe with seating options. It's bright, airy, and not super cramped - with lots of natural lighting and a clean, peaceful vibe. This is a quite large space with tons of seating! I was pleasantly surprised by how much seating there was and had no problem getting a table for myself. SHOP I didn't look through the shop a ton, but loved the simplicity and clean displays. Some fun Korean / Asian goods, from ceramic bowls to cookbooks to blind items and Asian packaged snacks. Lots of cute kawaii trending items here! Great for gift shopping. CAFE I love the simple yet curated menu here! I'm a matcha gal so I was thrilled to see their specialty matcha menu. I went for the strawberry matcha. They asked how I wanted it - more strawb, more matcha, or even and I went with more matcha. I'd go more even next time! But the matcha was delicious: clearly fresh, quality, and well prepared. They have some other fun coffee drinks, and local Chiya Chai too! read more

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LOVE this place. I'm so excited this spot landed in Uptown. It has definitely become staple. The space is beautiful. Bright, airy, and surprisingly open with tons of natural light pouring in from the windows. It has that rare "wow this feels good to be in here" energy. Plenty of seating and it never feels cramped, which makes it perfect for hanging out, working, or meeting up with friends. Easily one of the most vibey coffee shops in the area. It's also part shop, which makes it even more fun to browse. There are so many cute Asian-influenced items, from ceramics to packaged snacks to fun little gifts. You could easily spend time just looking around. Drinks were excellent but PRICEY! I had the black sesame latte and the mango matcha, and both were so good. Unique, well balanced, and clearly made with care. The pastries were also delicious. Service was friendly, and the whole experience just feels calm, aesthetic, and enjoyable. Hands down one of the most vibey, open-window coffee shops around. Such a great addition to Uptown. read more

I just got coffee to go, so I forgot to snap a picture but I will when I inevitably go backZ The store is adorable and the coffee is SO GOOD! I got the black Sesame Latte and it might be one of my favorite lattes of the year. I would for sure recommend! read more

I talked my mom into bringing me here to grab "coffee" at 5pm, lol. We were both amazed and started looking around at everything but I knew they closed at 6 and I wanted a drink. My mom got the featured Maple Latte and loved it. I got the strawberry matcha. I love that they give you an option for matcha/strawberry ratio. I went even but feel like it was more so on the matcha side. Overall it was a good matcha! I'd definitely like to come back to try more drinks... definitely want to try the black sesame latte! After we got our drinks we started browsing again. My 2 fav things a little treat and shopping! They have so much cute stuff. I love blind boxes but refrained from getting anything this visit. Loved all the Studio Ghibli stuff! I ended up getting a little hot pink tool box from Japan! So cute! Staff were really nice. read more

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I always love good coffee, and Moona Moono hits the spot! They have a small menu with some neat flavors that offer a good balance of savory and sweet. The place was very busy when I went around noon on Saturday. With somewhat limited seating, my friend and I couldn't snag a table, however that gave us an excuse to peruse their stationary and other items while we enjoyed our drinks. A very cool space that I would love to return to! read more

Moona Moono - Miso Brown Sugar Iced Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

What a cool place! The design, layout, and overall vibe of the space are beautiful. I ordered an iced Maple Latte with almond milk (no extra charge for alternative milk!) and a Kimchi Pastry, both were delicious. The Maple Latte came with a thick, vanilla cream foam on top that was delightful. There are plenty of smaller tables, but I really appreciated that there were a couple of larger ones, perfect for our group of five! Not sure if this is standard, but they also let us order food in for lunch while we worked which we really appreciated! read more

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I'm so sad. I've never been to this café before it is seriously the cutest gem. Although the line for coffee was abnormally long, I just browsed their large selection of stationary, ceramics, glassware, skin care, and so much more. I ordered a plain old latte but the barista recommended putting their coconut cold foam on top which I'm so glad they did. It was an 11/ 10. The cold foam also lasted for a solid hour. read more

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Open concept and I enjoyed the design of the store. Lots of Korean beauty and home goods, stationary. Ordered bubba tea at their cafe - they also collab with Marc heu for pastry. Trendy and nice. Relax location to hang out with friends. Some of the items seem to be a little over priced. We have seen the same Korean beauty brand at tjmaxx for a lot cheaper. read more

Moona Moono - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

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If you like boba and cute things then this is the place for you. It's also a quiet place to enjoy a snack or catchup with friends. They do have matcha, you betcha! There's so much to look at that it's worth the trip! Parking is a challenge and they only had one counter person at the food station taking orders and preparing them so be patient. read more

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Checked out Moona Moono for the first time yesterday and loved every bit of it! It has such a bright energy when you walk into it. I think one of the owners or managers came around greeting everyone and asking how we were which was so sweet and nice. The service was also quick and there were plenty of options to choose from - matcha, coffee, and lemonade. I enjoyed browsing all the items and got some KBeauty skincare to take home! I'm so glad I have another place to get the sunscreen I use because sometimes it can be hard to get at other places. I will definitely be back and cannot wait to see this cafe thrive in Uptown! read more

Moona Moono - Strawberry Matcha and Black Tea Lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

Wow what a lovely place! Was driving by and noticed a new place. I went inside and I ordered their iced matcha with oatmilk and blended fresh strawberries. It was truly amazing taste! I tried their matcha brown sugar butter donut too but I could not finish it all because of the heavy amount of dairy. The girl working there was very pleasant and she was the only staff. No line. I love how they sell Korean beauty products because I will come back to purchase them. read more

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Super cute place! They have a shop with different stationary, skincare and home goods items. Lots of cute things to look at before you get your coffee. My husband and I brought some journal items and had plenty of space to set up, enjoy our coffee and journal for a bit. Workers were nice, greeted us when we came in and when we left. We both got a vanilla hot latte and it was good. Super cute place, can't wait to go back! read more

Moona Moono - Latte and bag from shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

Moona Moono is a cute and modern cafe and store selling a variety of Asian products, coffee, tea, and pastries. It is light and open inside with a lot of wood accents. It also has a peaceful vibe to it. Upon entering, one walks into the store where there are varieties of Asian skincare products, kitchen products, snacks, cute stuffed animals, stationery, and more. At the back is a coffee and tea bar with a display case of pastries and some tables in front. To the right of the store, there is a nice space with tables for hanging out, working, or studying. I ordered the Black Sesame Latte and purchased a coaster and some cute dog-shaped paperclips. The latte came out quickly. It is one of the best Black Sesame Lattes I have had. It is smooth and creamy. The black sesame flavor comes through in the cold foam and the foam added a nice texture to the drink. Overall, giving Moona Moono a 5/5. It is a unique shop to find cute (but functional!) things. The staff and friendly, and the space is great for studying or working. Would highly recommend to others and would definitely come back to try other drinks and the pastries. read more

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Went to this super cute Korean cafe and loved the cozy, aesthetic vibe! It's beautifully curated with unique dishware, candles, Korean skincare, and snacks -- such a fun place to browse. I was excited to try the matcha strawberry drink, but it was just okay. The coffee was good though! The space looks perfect for studying or a casual date -- calm, cozy, and inviting. Plus, so many cute things to check out while you're there. I'll definitely be back to try more! read more

Moona Moono - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

Here's what I'll say - they serve a very earthy matcha. I honestly love it just the way it is. I got the strawberry matcha with oat milk and I think it had the perfect balance. At the same time, I would suggest offering a maple syrup/agave sweetener option for the average person with a sweet tooth. I love the location and street parking that's available. All drinks can be paired with an array of croissants from Marc Hue (iykyk). The staff members were so cool and friendly. Highly recommend!! read more

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SUCH a cute little spot!! We had so much fun looking through all of their stationary and snacks, they have some adorable Sanrio characters and some great Kbeauty here too, which was unexpected. My matcha was decent, but the real star of this place is how incredibly quiet it is. Library kind of quiet. Would be an AMAZING place to sit down and do some work/homework and I will likely return for that alone. read more

The gorgeous interior, lovely product selection, and solid treat / cafe options. The yuzu strawberry refresher was perfectly, well, refreshing! And I liked the matcha donut - not too sweet. read more

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i could spend ALL my money here fr... and if i wasn't moving i totally would. YUMd: - iced pistachio matcha w. oatmilk. WHAAAT! first pistachio latte i've had that actually tastes like they use real pistachios. obsessed. service, etc.: the back room was full when i got here but the rest of space was empty. it was dead silent with very faint music playing and was honestly exactly what i needed. it started getting busier around 3pm. the girlies were so sweet and bubbly. cant wait to come back and try other matchas read more

Such a fun new spot! I believe this used to be paper source and it's such a nice shop/coffee shop. Tons of natural lighting and the drinks options are super fun along with the pastries. I got the blueberry matcha but be warned there are small blueberry pieces in it so it gets stuck in your teeth haha! Everything was delicious and there's free parking a few blocks up in the residential neighborhood area. I'm excited to go back and try the strawberry matcha! read more

Moona Moono - Blueberry matcha, vanilla matcha and matcha donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

I got the lavender matcha and it was $8.72. It was a decent matcha latte but lacked flavor. I am not a fan of the matcha brand and I think it was too diluted with milk. The lavender flavor was pretty good. They offer almond and oat milk alternatives. The store part of Moona Moono was very cute! Nice to know that you can get Hirono blind boxes here, with a small assortment of stationary, k-beauty, household items, and more. There is also quite a bit of seating but on a Friday afternoon, getting a spot to sit and do work was a little challenging. I also tried a friends dalgona latte. Again it was okay, but nothing special. It's a cute place and very aesthetic, but I probably won't come back (unless I want a blind box). read more

Moona Moono - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Super cute, fresh, clean little spot! Didn't know what to expect but it's open and so clean.. not too cluttered. There is a lot of seating to just sit and chill or to get work done. There are also a bunch of cute lil knick knacks to get too! I got the strawberry matcha with oat milk..omg. the strawberry was like a fresh strawberry preserve or pulverized.. not too sweet and the matcha was just so delicious. Will be back! read more

Moona Moono - Strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

Love their space! Drinks are fun to try staff actually listen to feedback and help adjust your drinks to your taste! read more

Moona Moono - Sesame coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Such a wonderful addition to the stores in this area! I've gone several times since they first opened, and it's always a great experience. I love all of the variety of options at the store, everything from blind boxes to ceramic bowls. The coffee is also delicious as well, I got the iced maple latte this last time and it was so good! read more

Moona Moono - Large iced maple latte (3 shots of espresso) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

A cool cafe in the heart of uptown! Street parking was easy to find, but you would have to walk a block or two if you go during weekend. Cafe itself is very modern and it seems like it's straight out of a k-drama. Retail stores have a lot of bags and socks from Baggu and good amount of Korean skincare brands. So, you can get it in person versus overseas shipping. Some of the items we liked (toys, pins) are definitely on the pricer side. Strawberry matcha is definitely THE BEST I've tried in twin cities. I am sure their strawberry purée is made out of real strawberries instead of grocery store syrups. We split a large drink and the price difference between medium and large is only $1, which is pretty good. Prices are average and they offer a lot of specialty drinks. This is definitely a place to go to if you are a matcha fan like me :) Theres seating area in front of where u order as well as an extended area with more tables. Service was also very fast and bathrooms were super nice too!! Definitely a 10/10 read more

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We love Moona Moono. It's a cute shop, with a wide range of products and gift options. Their coffee and donut options are also great, and they allow dogs in the shop! We met the owner one day when we stopped in and she was also really wonderful. Definitely recommend checking out the place - my sister has gotten me many gifts from them. read more

Finally got to check out Moona Moono on this wonderful sunny day! I got the strawberry matcha on the more strawberry side with oat milk and a matcha doughnut. The strawberry matcha was okay, when I sip on the strawberry portion it tastes great however when I am drinking just the matcha it does taste a little bland. I am not someone who has a hard time with pure matcha but I do think this tasted a bit bland. I think the addition of some honey would do the trick. The doughnuts were fabulous and fresh! They were soft and chewy and the matcha flavor was good however it did not stand out to me. Overall I love the concept of the cafe with Korean makeup and skincare products and other Korean brand items available for purchase. This would be a perfect place to study or enjoy a sweet treat with friends! read more

Moona Moono - Strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Cute shop but drink is just normal. I ordered a black sesame latte highly recommend for anyone who loves earthy, subtle flavors. I just wish the black sesame flavor came through more strongly too much milk read more

Moona Moono - Drink Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I love the space! The storefront is super cute and lots of cute products. I was disappointed at the drinks however. I got the strawberry matcha with boba, and the boba was under cook and hard. The drink itself was okay. My partner got the daltons latte and it was also just okay. I do have high hopes for this place and I thought that maybe I came in a bad day, but overall great space, drinks are just okay. read more

Moona Moono - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Super cute cafe with great matcha options! I tried the strawberry matcha latte and it was great and not too sweet, made with real strawberry purée. My friends lavender matcha was to die for as well! We also didn't know that the cafe had a little store and had fun shopping around before taking a walk around the lake. I will definitely be back to try the black sesame latte and grab more matcha! read more

Moona Moono - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

My friend and me wanted to check the place out post grand opening after the crowd died down because we were really interested in the shop portion (k beauty, stationary, blind boxes, and home items). We also grabbed some strawberry matcha + black sesame lattes. We were pleasantly surprised that the sesame latte came with black sesame cream on top and it was our favorite of the two drinks. There's street parking a few streets over from the place that's free. Owner was super friendly and they're very active on instagram on when blind boxes are stocked up (they added some popmart recently)! read more

Moona Moono - Strawberry matcha and black sesame lattes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

I hadn't realized Moona Moono opened up, and I had to pull over immediately when I was driving by last week! What a fun a unique space! I enjoyed browsing the giftwares (lots of an ideas for upcoming holiday purchases!), and I treated myself to a few Bogart's donuts to-go! The vibe here is really cool! I'm glad to have them in the neighborhood for something fresh! read more

If you're looking for a cozy and aesthetic spot, Moona Moono is a must-visit! This cute Korean cafe not only serves incredible matcha drinks but also doubles as a boutique for Korean skincare, home goods, and fun little gifts perfect for treating yourself or picking something up for friends and family. The vibe here is super chill and welcoming, with plenty of seating if you're planning to hang out, study, or get some work done. They even have blind boxes for a little extra fun while you wait! We tried the strawberry matcha and blueberry matcha, and both were absolutely delicious perfectly balanced, not overly sweet, and made just the way we liked. The staff is so friendly and attentive, and the overall atmosphere is just chef's kiss. Highly recommend if you're a matcha lover or just looking for a cute cafe to relax in. read more

Moona Moono - Blueberry Matcha and Strawberry Matcha, Banana Kick - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota

I was sad when Papersource left the Uptown area and was worried It was going to be sitting empty like some of the surrounding business fronts. When I found out that Moona Moono was taking over the space and when I learned what it would be turned into, I was beyond excited. I followed them instantly and was anticipating the day they opened. We went the day before their actual grand opening and took a peek. The decor is simple and gorgeous. I love the vibe they were going for! It feels so clean and... Airy? I was a little surprised there wasn't more in the store but it also was a soft opening so it kinda made sense. I was so so so excited to find out that they had a pretty decent selection of Korean skin care there! It is a little pricier than ordering it online but the convenience is amazing and totally worth it in my opinion. I loved that she had little informational signs around the area for people who were new to it. I really hope in the future it expands and maybe they bring makeup in as well! They had a small display of stationary things and I was a little underwhelmed but I have a feeling as they get more comfortable it'll expand. The houseware section was also pretty limited but I loved the beautiful minimalistic bowls/plates they had. In my opinion they were a fair price as well. The toy section was so cute. They had a great selection of blind boxes! It was hard not to buy all of them lol. Lastly we went to the cafe to try it out. The staff was friendly and doing very well! We got the Dalgona Latte and the Strawberry Matcha. Both were great! I loved the tart strawberries at the bottom of the drink and I felt like it had a perfect matcha taste. The Dalgona latte is definitely sweet but if you like that (which we def do) it's really yummy!! I hope in the future they come out with more fun specialty drinks!! I would come here all the time to try out every new flavor. There is a decently sized cafe area where you can sit and hang out. I would love to come here and do homework or read! The owner was extremely friendly and personable! We really enjoyed talking to her. Overall I think this is a place I will be visiting FREQUENTLY! I hope they do well and stay in Uptown!!! I love supporting a small asian owned business. I'm so so happy we have something like this here now! I think their amount of stock is due to just opening and I hope she grows the collection of items in the future! read more

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