I'm a happy loyal customer since June 2019. It's been almost 2.5 years since I moved to LA from SF. I have to say that the quality of hair cut & perm you get here is amazing and consistent every single time which I feel very grateful for. I'm pretty picky about my hair, especially because I'm originally from Japan and I have a different hairstyle expectation that you usually cannot get at a U.S. hair salon. That's been said, if you have a typical Asian guy with hair traits like mine (thick & straight), I highly recommend you give it a try at this hidden gem in Monrovia. I cut my hair every 3-4 weeks, and I get a perm once a 3-4 months at Yumi's place. Yes, you read it right, I get a perm. I know getting men's perm is not common in the U.S, but the truth is it's such an undervalued thing here because permed hair is incredibly easy to manage, which is usually not the case for a typical thick straight Asian guy hair. Additionally, Yumi's place has very low covid risk as it's an individually owned salon, and the only person you meet in person is Yumi. She is very careful about maintaining covid sanitization and I feel safe each time I go there. If you have any questions regarding this review, hit me up and I'll happily answer you from my own experience. Happy 2022! read more

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I've been searching a long time for a stylist who is able to cut and tame my frizzy, wavy, thick hair. And I can finally say that I don't have to look anymore because I found Yumi! I let her take full reign of my hair because I just didn't know what type of style would look good for the type of hair I have along with the shape of my head. But now I can finally feel confident walking out the studio and genuinely say that I love the cut! Yumi is so sweet and awesome. She makes you feel comfortable and has such a great positive energy and I love that! Also, if you ever need or treat yourself to a scalp treatment, she offers it as well. It is uhh-mazing! So relaxing. Trust you have to try. read more

Oh my goodness, I started to go to Yumi last year and she is the best hair stylist I've ever had. She uses quality products and knows the best hair color for my hair. Her scalp massage is the best. She works with my hair texture to give me a great cut. I don't need to chase the latest trends; she just makes my hair the best it can be. She is very talented and sweet and her salon is calming. read more

Found my favorite hair stylist on Yelp. Easy booking and follow up. I visited Yumi today for a short haircut . Yumi is incredibly friendly and very nice talk to. Just show her the image that you like. She can do much better(in my case lol) . Thru my session, I feel well taken care from hair consultant to the end result. If you looking for a skillful asian hair stylist who don't simply just chop hairs to make thing done . Go for Yumi! Highly recommended!!! read more

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This was my first visit to Yumi after reading all the wonderful reviews. Before my visit, my hair was a very blunt straight cut. My ends were very dry and my bangs were overgrown. Yumi gave me a wonderful long layered cut as well as very fluffy fun bangs with some accent in the front layers of my hair. I love my haircut and it looks very cute when I curl/wave it (I have very fine straight hair). Yumi is also incredibly kind and lovely to speak to as well. If you're looking for a hair stylist, please go to her shop! I will definitely be coming back! read more

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I came in for a haircut today with Yumi and had a great first experience! Yumi takes her time and makes sure she is giving you the best haircut. She is so friendly and I love the private hair studio she has. I am loving my haircut too! Thanks Yumi! read more

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Guys!! If you need a good haircut, please come to Yumi! First thing, privacy. She works in a single room by herself so it's not noisy at all!! Secondly, Yumi's skills is superb :D I explained what I wanted and she was able to meet my needs. I had experienced in the past where hair stylist either over cut or under cut my hair. I had to always make corrections myself when I went home....However don't need to do that with her! Lastly, she is fast! I hate sitting on the chair for a long time. The experience with her is beyond my expectation!! Guys out there, you won't be disappointed with your visit with Yumi! Thank you Yumi :) read more

Yumi is definitely one of the most skillful, meticulous and genuine hair stylists. Her salon is very welcoming and clean. I have recommended Yumi to my friends and family. Highly recommended! read more

Finally got around to trimming my Covid hair because the "shapelessness" was driving my wife crazy. Haha! Yumi was super kind and patient. She took the time to really look over the mess on my head and cleaned it up nicely. :) If you're a dude with longer hair and you're looking for a stylist. Do not hesitate giving Yumi a visit for your next haircut. read more

She gave me exactly what I wanted and put all her care into my hair, and she is also very kind!

This is an update review for Yumi and her newest location in Monrovia. I absolutely love her private studio she has now! I always thought it was so awkward when there are other people getting their hair done next to me but now she has a private studio and it is very top notch. There's also a whole lot of parking since it's in a shopping plaza. I can always trust Yumi to give me a haircut that suits me and she is extremely careful in making sure she knows what you want. Today I told Yumi to create a style in whatever way she wanted and I am extremely happy with my haircut! Yumi gave me the cutest short haircut I have ever had! Overall come here if you want to have the utmost professional hair stylist in town, private studio, and the kindest hair stylist I know. I will definitely be back again soon! read more

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Yumi is so fantastic and sweet! Her private room in the salon is so clean and safe. She even has an air purifier to clean the air! read more

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Great haircut. If you have Asian hair this is the place to go. If you have any hair and want someone to actually take their time instead of chop chop chop then come here. Hair wash is included in the price. You get the great Japanese hospitality and private one on one session. Great atmosphere and amazing service. Will come again! read more

I had a great experience getting a haircut from Yumi! She was super welcoming and easy to talk to, and I really liked the Japanese hair products she used on me. I got about 7 inches of hair cut off and I love how it turned out! She made me and my friend feel welcomed and pampered, and we're definitely going to her for haircuts from now on :) Thanks Yumi!! read more

Yumi is very nice and super skillful. We met 6 years ago and she gave me the best haircut in my life which I still keep until now. The solo studio is pretty and price is reasonable and affordable. She is also a very detailed and organized Japanese lady. Keep all my requests and records by card. we are friends now. read more

I recently moved to Arcadia and wanted to find someone who can do Asian hair. The experience with Yumi was really awesome: her private studio was extremely tidy and clean and she really took the time to understand my preferences and gave recommendations. The hair turned out great and I really love the layers she did. Would definitely recommend to friends and come back again. read more

Been going to Yumi 3 Years. Consistently great haircuts, takes her time and not rushed, really cool person and fair price. Oh...and the head massages are a great extra perk!! read more

made an appointment with Yumi for a japanese straight perm + haircut. I had a pleasant and comfortable experience with her! She was very courteous and sweet, all while executing the hair style I wanted with expertise & considering what was best for my hair. I love the results. Thanks Yumi! read more

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First time meeting Yumi and I let her take control of everything from bangs to layers. My hair turned out just the way it should be! Yumi is very detailed and very careful with every cut. Love her studio and the privacy it gives. Will see you again soon! read more

Yumi is a very friendly and patient lady. The best private salon I have finally found in Greater LA area.

I have been coming here for the past few years to have my hair cut and occasionally splurge on the hair spa. Yumi is technically sound, and has great stylistic sense. She always leaves me with a style that is easy to manage. The hair spa is a smooth and relaxing head massage - a must try. She is also very friendly, which makes the experience that much enjoyable. Highly recommended. read more

Yumi is a fantastic hairstylist who always delivers results beyond expectations, and I've been going to her for 13 years. When I'd first moved from Japan to L.A. many years ago, I looked for a hair salon where I could get the equal quality of work that I used to get from the best-rated salons in Tokyo, and it took me nearly 8 years to finally find her. Today, I received a big curly hair, which looks sophisticated, very modern, and super cute! Her Monrovia studio is incredible with a chic private room and a vast parking lot. I strongly recommend her to anyone! read more

I have been going to Yumi-san for like 8 years. My mom is also a dedicated customer and goes to her every month for a haircut and sometimes for color or perm. The way Yumi-san cuts hair is wonderful because when it grows out, it grows out beautifully. It does not get awkwardly uneven where you have to get it fixed. I have received a cut, perm, and color from her several different times. I have been more than satisfied every time. I show her a picture of what I want, and she gives me exactly that. When I ask her her opinion, she gives it to me and it is really helpful, so that I do not end up with weird looking hair that does not match me. She is an expert at hair including what looks good and what does not look good based on face shape, ethnicity, hair thickness, etc. She is fun to talk to and I she is the one I go to when I want to get my hair done! read more

I wish I could give her double, triple, quadruple, etc of the highest rating on yelp because Yumi is the most professional hairstylist I've ever had in my 20 years. I'm very picky about my thick, wavy hair and I have particular Asian hairstyles that I like to match, but because of my hair type very few hairstylists are capable to work out good results. Yumi not only matches what I want, but she's THE only one I've met who understands design (which I've NEVER met any other hairstylist do); therefore providing advice for how/why my haircut would match with my face shape. She's definitely a professional with a knowledge that many "hairstylists" lack and has the skills to back it up. Plus she genuinely cares for her clients' happiness as well. I'm glad I got to meet her from Reem's Hair Atelier, and what's better now is that she has her own private studio! If you ever need a haircut, she's definitely trustable! Thanks Yumi!! read more

i've followed yumi to her new location! i have kinky asian hair - coarse with interesting cowlicks here and there. i trust yumi to make my hair manageable and healthy looking. with yumi, i've gotten my hair cut, permed, and straightened (the latter two on separate occasions, of course). i like that yumi listens to what i want, but also provides her own suggestions on what she thinks will look best. read more