Japan in paris guide

Yora, the festive nikkei restaurant hidden away in Paris's 9th arrondissement

Restaurant Yora is one of the Pigalle district's finest addresses, open 7/7 for lunch and dinner! With its magnificent Art Deco stained glass windows, its incredible nikkei cuisine - a fusion of Peruvian and Japanese flavors - and its DJ sets in 2 rooms with a trendy atmosphere, Yora will seduce you for your lunches and festive evenings! The restaurant is open all summer!

Ayako, the Japanese Teppanyaki restaurant that puts on a show in Paris's 14th arrondissement

Looking for a great Teppanyaki address where the chefs put on a show, juggling with the food before treating us to their fiery cuisine? In the 14th arrondissement of Paris, Ayako Teppanyaki is sure to delight fans of Japanese cuisine, showcasing exceptional products to the delight of guests.

Otaku Matsuri Festival: diving into the heart of Japanese culture in La Courneuve (93)

Japan invites itself back to La Courneuve for the 2ᵉ edition of the Otaku Matsuri Festival, a free, festive day dedicated to Nipponese culture, from manga to traditional arts. See you on May 24, 2025 at the Médiathèque Aimé Césaire for an afternoon rich in discoveries, driven by young enthusiasts.

Ramen Wang, the 14th arrondissement ramen restaurant that awakens the taste buds

Looking for the best ramen restaurants in Paris? How about Ramen Wang? Head for the 14th arrondissement to discover this pretty nugget where you can slurp noodles in any weather.

Hanami Tea Time in Paris: a flowery tea room dedicated to fluffy sweet and savoury pancakes

Fancy a picnic under a cherry blossom tree? Then head for Hanami Tea Time. Nestled in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, this tea room offers a tasty gourmet break in an ultra-flowery setting. What's on the menu? The inevitable fluffy pancakes in sweet and savory versions, accompanied by a variety of gourmet and exotic beverages.

Ojii Paris, an elegant Japanese restaurant with an intimate atmosphere and top-flight cuisine

This confidential address bridges the gap between Paris and Tokyo. Ojii is one of our favorite restaurants, transporting us into a chic, hushed world where we can savor refined Japanese cuisine.

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.

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.

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.

Festival Ennichi 2025: Japanese craft market, Japanese street-food, creative & cultural workshops

Head for the 10th arrondissement, on March 29 and 30, 2025, for the first edition of the Ennichi Festival. On the program: Japanese craft market, Japanese street-food, creative and cultural workshops!

2-star chef Kazuyuki Tanaka of Racine in residence at Lutetia Paris - photos

Japan's Kazuyuki Tanaka, of the Racine restaurant in Reims, is settling down in the capital for a gastronomic pop-up. From March 13 to April 3, 2025, the Hôtel Lutetia (Paris 6e) welcomes the two-starred chef for a residency at Saint-Germain, his iconic restaurant on the Left Bank. For one month, the chef will offer an exclusive menu inspired by his world, combining Japanese precision and local French produce.

Kuma, comforting Japanese curries and donburis

For a dose of comfort, head to Kuma, which specializes in donburi and Japanese curry.

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!

Onii-San: the excellent Japanese izakaya restaurant in Paris's Marais district

Japanese gastronomy continues to invade Paris. This autumn 2020, the 3rd arrondissement of the capital welcomes Onii-San; a new izakaya restaurant imagined and created by Arthur Cohen, Olivier Léone and Isaac Romero. On the menu? Delicious Japanese tapas that are both modern and creative, as well as hand-rolled temaki for gourmet discoveries.

Kifuné: a genuine Japanese restaurant in Paris

Considered one of the capital's oldest Japanese restaurants, Kifuné is also one of the must-visit addresses promising a sensational and delicious trip to the Land of the Rising Sun, thanks to its rich menu and authentic recipes.

Salon Fantastique and Japan Party 2025 at the Parc Floral de Paris: fantasy and pop-culture on the program

Salon Fantastique and Japan Party 2025 invite us to a unique immersion experience from April 19 to 21, 2025 at the Parc Floral de Paris. For this 12th edition, the event fuses medieval fantasy and Japanese culture, plunging us into worlds where costumes, cosplays and legends come to life.

Hokusai, the Japanese fusion restaurant, discreet and seductive - Paris 16e

We're off to Hokusai, this discreet Japanese restaurant, nestled within the Le Metropolitan hotel in Paris's 16ᵉ arrondissement. Like us, discover its fusion cuisine blending tradition and Latin influences. An elegant setting and a refined menu, this is sure to seduce.

Saint Laurent opens Sushi Park, an upscale Japanese restaurant in its Rive Droite boutique

Saint Laurent inaugurates Sushi Park Paris, the iconic Los Angeles Japanese restaurant, in the basement of its Rive Droite boutique from February 21, 2025. This new address at the crossroads of Japanese gastronomy and fashion offers an exclusive omakase experience, imagined by chef Peter Park, from Tuesday to Saturday.

Bloom, Christian Ventura's favorite vegan sushi restaurant in Paris

Bloom is the name of this vegan restaurant with Japanese accents, which has just opened in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. Vegan sushi, already a trend on the other side of the Atlantic, is coming to Paris, and we love it!

Kiku, the rebirth of Japanese izakaya on the Grands Boulevards

15 years after its success on rue Richer, Japanese izakaya Kiku is back in version 2.0, a stone's throw from the Grands Boulevards.