Do you miss Japan or love its culture? How about a bit of Japan in Paris? To live Japanese-style, we're taking you on a tour of a number of places where you can recapture a bit of the land of the rising sun without leaving Paris and the surrounding region.
Are you fascinated by Japanese culture? Would you like to immerse yourself in its world, its gastronomy, its art and its madness, sometimes with original and unusual concepts to discover more and more? How about discovering the best new Japanese spots in Paris? From grand salons to new cafés and lounges, we take a look at the discoveries for fans of Japanese culture.
Awaken your senses at Passionné restaurant in the heart of Paris
Sponsored - Under the direction of talented chef Satoshi Horiuchi, Le Passionné offers a bold, modern take on French cuisine, featuring small-scale local producers and seasonal produce. Come and discover this not-to-be-missed address! [Read more]
Shiro, Franco-Japanese fusion bistronomy in Saint Germain des Prés
Sponsored - Located in the Saint-Germain des Prés district, the bistronomic restaurant SHIRO offers Franco-Japanese fusion cuisine created by chef Kazunari HARA in an elegant, spacious setting. SHIRO lets you enjoy a gastronomic moment in one of Paris's most emblematic districts, SO CHIC! [Read more]
Honō, a string of Japanese yakitori cooked in binchotan in a pretty traditional setting
Honō aims to put Japanese yakitori back at the center of the plate, while immersing gourmets in a traditional, intimate and exotic setting. [Read more]
Kinugawa Rive Gauche, the Franco-Japanese rooftop restaurant at Hôtel Sax, unveiled
A new restaurant with an exceptional terrace has opened its doors on the Rive Gauche side of Paris' 7th arrondissement. Kinugawa Rive Gauche offers refined Franco-Japanese cuisine in a restaurant overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower, and we take you on a tour of the restaurant. [Read more]
ZEN, the Japanese restaurant that transports you to Tokyo in the heart of Paris
Sponsored - It's in the Louvre district, where many Japanese restaurants have set up shop, that ZEN has carved out a solid reputation. Founded in 2006 by Zen Okawa, the restaurant perpetuates the tradition of authentic Japanese cuisine, alternating between a Japanese canteen at lunchtime and a gourmet Izakaya at dinner. [Read more]
The most beautiful Japanese gardens to discover in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Looking for a Zen garden? We'll take you on a tour of the most beautiful Japanese gardens just outside Paris. From public parks to museum gardens, these exotic gardens are sure to give you a change of scenery and serenity. In any case, they're superb gardens that enchant us while taking us on a journey! [Read more]
Hakuba, the Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant at Cheval Blanc Paris
Discover Hakuba, the Japanese restaurant nestled in the heart of the prestigious Cheval Blanc Paris. The restaurant offers a unique immersion in the art of Japanese gastronomy, with Omakase menus carefully orchestrated by sushi master Takuya Watanabe, in collaboration with sauce master Arnaud Donckele and pastry chef Maxime Frédéric. A delicate experience that echoes Japanese tradition and the quest for authenticity. [Read more]
A new rooftop Japanese restaurant on the Champs-Elysees overlooking the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe
A new rooftop restaurant on the Champs-Élysées offering fine Japanese cuisine? That's what's in store for us at number 26 on the world's most beautiful avenue. With a terrace overlooking the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe on one side and the Grand Palais on the other, this is The place to be that we'll love to discover this summer 2025. [Read more]
Kuma, comforting Japanese curries and donburis
For a dose of comfort, head to Kuma, which specializes in donburi and Japanese curry. [Read more]
Restaurants, events, exhibitions, ideas for Japanese lovers in Paris
Are you in love with Japanese culture and want to find ideas for outings to match your passion? Here's a selection of restaurants, exhibitions and must-see events that will take you to Japan! [Read more]
Restaurants in Paris for exceptional sushi, just like in Japan
If sushi is a Japanese specialty that's very popular in Paris, in Japan this refined dish is eaten in an exceptional way, and its preparation is the fruit of meticulous technique. If you'd like to experience sushi the way it's meant to be eaten, here's a list of the finest sushi restaurants in Paris. [Read more]
Where to eat good sushi in Paris? Our favorite restaurants for this Japanese specialty
Sushi is an essential part of Japanese gastronomy. Looking for a good place to try it? Whether you're looking for sushi revisited or made purely according to the rules of the art, here are our favorite restaurants in Paris! [Read more]
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Japanese restaurants in Paris, our best addresses
Looking for a good Japanese restaurant in Paris? From sushi and ramen to bento and tempura, we've got some great places to enjoy Japanese dishes. [Read more]
If you're a fan of Japanese teas and pastries, here's a list of the top tea salons in Paris, tested and approved by our editorial team. Which are the best places to drink Japanese tea the old-fashioned way, or those that reveal the best match cakes, or even the best Japanese pastries? [Read more]
There's nothing like sitting down at the counter of an izakaya, one of those traditional Japanese bars, to enjoy authentic Japanese tapas, accompanied by a glass of sake or beer. Here are our best addresses in Paris! [Read more]
If you're having trouble finishing your series of One Piece or any other river manga without jeopardizing your purse, this guide is for you! Discover our selection of Parisian bookshops for second-hand comics, manga and graphic novels. [Read more]
Japanese restaurants in Paris, our best addresses
The top Japanese tea rooms we love in Paris
The izakayas of Paris, our best addresses for authentic Japanese tapas
Bookshops: where to buy second-hand comics and manga in Paris?
