M Matoi Hair Studio in Honolulu, HI

After coming here for a very long time (like when I was a kid!) I'm finally writing a review. Leo is the absolute BEST hair stylist and colorist! Besides the amazing head massages he gives when he shampoos my hair, he always cuts my hair perfectly each time. I usually show him a picture for inspiration and like magic he is able to cut my hair exactly how I envisioned it! When my hair grows out, it always looks great. He also does an amazing job with highlights. Occasionally when I do highlight my hair it always grows out so beautifully and naturally. People still notice many months after I initially highlighted my hair how nice it looks even though it's growing out! I always feel amazing (and like a new person) whenever Leo cuts my hair.

Leo is an incredible hair stylist! I literally tell him he can do what ever he wants and am never disappointed. He takes his time and is detail-oriented. Not a single strand of hair isn't thought through with precision. He's creative, precise, and also really funny! I always looking forward to getting my hair cut with him.

Love my carefree haircut. Been coming here for years. They send their stylists to the newest trend setter classes to keep up to date in the latest styles! Friendly Staff calling or Texting me to remind me of my appointment. Lots of hair products to keep you looking beautiful. Plus the trips to Japan to bring back yummy goodies found only in Japan and Knick knacks! Love the Tiramisu candy and the Ume and the varieties of seaweeds and....I could go on and on. So many Ono goodies! Appointments  are made one year in advance for me so I won't need to call and see if there is an opening. You NEED to make an appointment as they are always booked solid!!!

M. Matoi is located in the Imperial Plaza Building (Gold colored) on Kapiolani, which is the block next to the BMW Dealership and across the street from Yanagi Sushi.  The salon is on the second floor.  They do validate parking and the garage entrance is on the back side of the building.

I've been seeing Leo for many years now and get my haircut every three weeks.  He has a very busy schedule to definitely plan ahead and schedule an appointment in advance.  Tip: they can schedule your appointments for the entire year.  Just let them know your preference of days and times.  They can print out your scheduled appointments for the year.  Two days before your appointment, you get a text reminder and which you confirm by just clicking the link.

Leo is very professional, listens with care and stays up to date on the most current styles by attending workshops.  The entire staff at the salon is very friendly work with great camaraderie.  Over the years, I've noticed that the clients feel a connection with their stylist, have great trust and are very loyal due to the consistent service and terrific results.

When you go to M Matoi Hair Studio, the first impression you get is that this place is very clean and stylish. The studio is pretty big, and have a lot of stylists that work there. The waiting room at the front has an appropriate amount of chairs too.

Both my girlfriend and her two sons goes to Leo Lieu to get their haircuts. Leo cuts and styles my boy's hair very well and stylish. He also cuts, colors, and styles my girlfriend's hair exquisitely.

If you live in town, and you need to cut, and or style your hair...go to M Matoi Hair Studio. See Leo, or any stylist there.