Japan in paris guide

Flavors of Timeless Tokyo: exhibition on the Japanese capital and cooking workshops in Paris

From November 10, 2025, to January 10, 2026, HIS Paris is transforming its concept store into a vibrant tribute to Tokyo. With a free exhibition by artist Mateusz Urbanowicz, culinary workshops, and objects from Japan, the event immerses the capital in the spirit of Tokyo.

Dreamed Japan, images of the floating world: the immersive exhibition returns to the Atelier des Lumières

Travel to the Japan of artists' dreams with the immersive exhibition at the Atelier des Lumières, open every Wednesday from November 12 to December 3, 2025.

Japanese Festival and Martial Arts Night: immerse yourself in Japan and discover Pantin's hidden gems.

On November 15 and 16, 2025, Pantin will host the third edition of the Japanese Festival and its Martial Arts Night for two days of immersion in Japanese cuisine, creative workshops, and spectacular martial arts demonstrations.

Hoso Basque: the Japanese cheesecake coffee shop that's creating a buzz in Paris

We're off to the Marais to discover Hoso Basque, a gourmet spot that revisits the famous Basque cheesecake in Japanese style, with an ultra-melting texture and original flavors. Open since July 2025, this coffee shop on rue Saint-Antoine also offers gourmet lattes. We tested it and tell you all about it...

Bar Omi, a hybrid restaurant between an izakaya and a wine bar where you can enjoy exceptional sushi in Paris

Bar Omi is the place where lovers of Japanese cuisine and wine connoisseurs meet. A cross between a wine bar and an izakaya, this restaurant treats us to exceptional sushi and lesser-known specialties. A beautiful, refined establishment near the Tuileries and Place Vendôme in Paris. Reservations are highly recommended.

Maison Ghibli: the Japanese animation studio's official pop-up store returns to Paris - our photos

Ghibli magic comes to Paris! From October 18, 2025 to January 4, 2026, La Maison Ghibli is opening a pop-up store on rue de Rivoli, combining Japanese crafts (pottery, crockery, etc.), vinyl, collectors' items (plush toys, figurines, etc.) and exclusive items inspired by Totoro, Chihiro or Princess Mononoké - a poetic stopover to celebrate 40 years of Studio Ghibli.

Soma Sando, the Japanese sandwich restaurant Paris 6th arrondissement

Looking for a good address to discover Japanese sandos in Paris? Sōma Sando, a kissaten (Japanese coffee shop) located near the Jardin du Luxembourg in the 6th arrondissement, offers generously garnished Japanese sandwiches. We tried them out during Korean Food Week and tell you all about it.

Japanese Rooftop in Paris: Aqua Kyoto on the Champs-Elysées

Aqua Kyoto unveils a new rooftop on the Champs-Élysées. We're off to number 26 of the world's most beautiful avenue to discover this beautiful address with terrace facing the Eiffel Tower, with the Arc de Triomphe on one side and the Grand Palais on the other. This is the place to be that you're going to love. We'll take you on a discovery tour!

The Musée des arts asiatiques - Guimet, an exotic spot in Paris

We take you on a (re)discovery of the Musée Guimet, dedicated to Asian arts. On the program: an exotic tour of historical treasures in splendid surroundings.

Zen, the Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant in Paris

It's in the Louvre district of Paris 1er that the Japanese restaurant 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 for lunch and a gourmet Izakaya for dinner.

Shizen summer 2025: the XXL Japanese summer village with market, workshops and concerts at Cité Fertile

Embark on a journey to Japan... in Pantin! On September 20 and 21, 2025, Shizen reinvents itself as the Japanese Summer Village, a solar-powered matsuri celebrating the end of summer and the autumn equinox. Over 80 exhibitors, concerts, DJ sets and workshops will immerse you in a 100% Japanese weekend... without a plane ticket!

Heritage Days 2025: discover the Japanese Gardens of Favières in Seine-et-Marne

The Japanese Gardens site at Favières in Seine-et-Marne is exceptionally opening its doors free of charge on September 20 and 21, 2025, to mark the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine.

Onigami, the first Japanese onigirazus restaurant Paris 10th arrondissement

Head for Paris's 10th arrondissement to discover Onigami, the very first Parisian restaurant entirely dedicated to onigirazus. Open since July 2025, this new street food counter revisits the Japanese sandwich. We tested it and tell you all about it.

Kotsu Kotsu, the karaage chicken specialty shop in the Track 119 foodcourt

In the discreet foodcourt Track 119, a food and music venue a stone's throw from the Atelier des Lumières, the Kotsu Kotsu stall unveils its recipes for chicken karaage, in the pure Japanese tradition.

Shuzo, an izakaya with Japanese and Colombian flavors, a real favorite

Fly to Japan via Colombia at Shuzo, the new izakaya in the 11th arrondissement, which was a real coup de coeur for us, both in human and culinary terms.

UNI Paris, chef Akmal Anuar's chic Japanese restaurant

A very chic Japanese restaurant is about to open its doors this autumn, in the Golden Triangle: UNI Paris.

Kimono, the new Japanese bistro from the Dining Rooms group (Blueberry, Steam Bar, Marcello)

The Dining Rooms group is back in Saint-Germain-des-Prés with Kimono, a new Japanese bistro featuring a unique creation: futosoba.

Teenagers at the Accor Arena in Paris: we were there, we tell you all about it

Ado enchanted Paris' Accor Arena on June 25, 2025 during her second world tour. An evening in which she appeared as a mysterious shadow in a cage placed above the musicians, offering a deeply moving performance to a captivated audience.

Japan Expo 2025 at the Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center

Japan Expo, the European festival dedicated to Japanese culture, awaits you with a host of surprises in summer 2025! See you at the Parc des Expositions de Villepinte, from July 3 to 6, 2025. Ticketing is now open.

Audass', the Japanese fusion izakaya restaurant in Asnières-sur-Seine

Audass' is Pierre Lambert's izakaya-style restaurant offering Japanese fusion dishes. We're off to Asnières-sur-Seine in the Hauts-de-Seine to discover this restaurant that's not short of flavor.