In Paris, Japanese tea rooms offer a unique experience, very different from traditional tea rooms. Here, there is no noise, no rush: everything is designed to slow down time. The decor is minimalist, wood-paneled, often inspired by traditional Japanese tea houses. The welcome is discreet, almost ceremonial, and the atmosphere invites contemplation.
The star drink? Matcha, of course, a powdered green tea whisked by hand in a ceramic bowl. It is often accompanied by Japanese pastries such as mochi, dorayaki, or wagashi, made according to traditional recipes. Some of these Japanese tea rooms also offer sencha, genmaicha, and hojicha teas, with milder, roasted flavors.
Looking for calm, refinement, and flavors from Japan? Discoverthe art of Japanese tea, with its traditional sweets and soothing atmosphere. These are perfect places for a break on your own, a quiet meeting, or a gentle introduction to Japanese culture. So, follow the guide!
L'A Pâtisserie KG, the new gourmet tearoom in Barbizon
L'A Pâtisserie KG is the new address on the famous Grande Rue in Barbizon, Seine-et-Marne. Established in April 2025 in this picturesque village popular with artists, this Franco-Japanese-style establishment offers a cosy, refined tea room, open from Wednesday to Sunday. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Agatto, the tea room - workshop for the craziest mochis in Paris
Agatto, that's the name of this confidential tearoom that makes crazy mochis! Agathe, the head pastry chef of this gourmet spot, offers the best mochis in Paris and workshops to learn how to make them. We invite you to discover the nugget. [Read more]
Chakaiseki Akiyoshi, the first tea ceremony restaurant gets its first Michelin star
Chakaiseki Akiyoshi is the name of the world's first tea ceremony restaurant outside Japan. In the 15th arrondissement of Paris, you can discover this Japanese gastronomic establishment, which has just been awarded its first Michelin star. [Read more]
2D atelier: the immersive tea room that transports you into the second dimension
2D atelier, a tea room in the heart of Paris, invites you to immerse yourself in black-and-white drawing, while sipping a bubble tea or savouring the melting wheel cakes baked on the spot in front of you! [Read more]
Chez Yumi: Kayane's first Japanese tea room in Paris
Kayane, the famous fighting game champion, announces the opening of Chez Yumi, her very first Japanese tea room in Paris. Expected to open in the capital's 11th arrondissement in January 2023, this new venue promises to be as convivial as it is gourmet. [Read more]
Matcha Ochaya, the Japanese tea lounge-restaurant for matcha lovers in République
Ochaya Matcha is a new Japanese restaurant and tea room in the 10th arrondissement of Paris, which celebrates matcha. On the menu: bubble tea and other beverages, gourmet desserts, matcha-based ice creams and savoury gua baos and bibimbaps. [Read more]
Jugetsudo, chic and sober Japanese tea salon and boutique in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
The Jugetsudo tea boutique, which doubles as a tea room, invites you to discover a wide range of Japanese teas and sweet creations with delicate Japanese flavors. [Read more]
Kodama Paris Beaumarchais, the boutique tea room Place des Vosges
Kodama, the famous Montorgeuil tea bar, is opening a second location on Boulevard Beaumarchais, a stone's throw from Place des Vosges. As of July 2, 2022, we're off to discover this new, more spacious boutique-tea room, with counter, terrace and pastries. [Read more]
Taozi: the Asian pastry shop that honors the mochi in the 8th district of Paris
For lovers of sweet and savory Asian flavors, head for Taozi, the new gourmet spot in Paris's 8th arrondissement! Located a stone's throw from the Champs-Élysées, this patisserie features the famous mochi, as well as sponge cakes. Would you like a tour? [Read more]
Benchy : the coffee shop dedicated to sandos in the 6th district of Paris
Sando, the famous Japanese sandwich, can now be enjoyed in the 6th arrondissement of Paris, thanks to the opening of the Benchy coffee shop. Whether savory or sweet, you won't be able to resist it, accompanied by a delicious matcha latte! [Read more]
Ponpon, the first mochi donuts store that makes Paris run
Greed alert, the first mochi donuts store has opened in Paris! Ponpon Café, that's the name of this spot which is already a great success by attracting the whole Paris. We tested it and we love it! [Read more]
Café Kitsuné Louvre transforms itself into an evolving pastry bar
Café Kitsuné Louvre, the sublime café on the doorstep of the Jardin du Palais Royal, is evolving into a new spot for pastry lovers. With the recent reopening of its first floor, overlooking the beautiful fountain of the Théâtre Français, we've taken the opportunity to take a break and enjoy a gourmet moment, with lattés and sweets to boot. [Read more]
Le Renard Café, the bookshop-cafe dedicated to Japanese culture in Paris
A few steps away from the Renard Doré bookstore, in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, the Renard Café has opened, highlighting Japanese culture, between mangas, bubble tea and quality pastries. [Read more]
Kodama, a charming boutique and tea bar in Montorgueil
Kodama is a boutique and tea bar in the Montorgueil district of Paris, offering some forty different teas and infusions, to be enjoyed with a homemade pastry. [Read more]
Shodai Matcha: the restaurant-tea shop for matcha lovers in Paris
For matcha lovers, here's a spot that's sure to make your head spin. Shodai Matcha is not just a restaurant, but also a tea room that celebrates the famous green tea through pastries and drinks made according to the rules of the art. [Read more]
Sabō: the Japanese-style tea room at OGATA Paris
For an incredible, relaxing trip to Japan, head to Sabō, OGATA Paris's famous tea room, nestled in the 3rd arrondissement. Unplug everything and let yourself be guided. A guaranteed escape and a unique experience around the world of tea. [Read more]
OGATA Paris : the incredible temple dedicated to the Japanese art of living
Tea, cuisine, crafts, hospitality and culture... The 3rd district of the capital has opened its doors to OGATA Paris; a sumptuous place of 800 m² gathering all the Japanese art of living. [Read more]
The House of Mochi Right Bank
La Maison du Mochi also awaits you at its second Paris address on the Right Bank in the Haut-Marais district. Head for rue de Turenne to discover this new tearoom and sample the capital's finest mochi. [Read more]
The House of Mochi in Paris 6e
La Maison du Mochi has opened its very first boutique in the heart of the 6th arrondissement. It's the place to go for the famous Japanese tea-time balls. [Read more]
Aki Café : the Japanese tea room in Paris
Aki Café is the latest arrival on rue Sainte-Anne. This Japanese Café-Tearoom is the perfect place for an original gourmet break in the heart of Paris! [Read more]
Mitao, the hidden gem of SoPi where homemade ravioli and sweet treats steal hearts
Sponsored - In the lively South Pigalle neighborhood, Mitao delights fans of homemade Asian cuisine and comforting desserts in a cozy setting that feels like a gourmet eatery blended with a poetic tea room. A must-visit spot you shouldn't miss! [Read more]
A Korean restaurant is hidden away in the heart of the Guimet Museum: Hanok.
You may not know it, but there is a discreet Korean restaurant hidden away inside the Guimet Museum. Open all year round and with a rooftop terrace in summer, we invite you to discover Hanok, a spot that smells of kimchi. [Read more]
Le Tê, the Franco-Taiwanese tea room with original tea time
How about a charming Franco-Taiwanese tea room offering fine teas, bubbles and an original tea time featuring egg cakes? Head to Palais Royal to discover this hidden spot! [Read more]
Hanoi 1988 flowers & Archives, the Vietnamese coffee shop - ceramic florist and DIY workshops - video
We take you on a tour of Hanoi 1988 flowers & Archives in Paris's 3rd arrondissement, a new coffee shop combining Vietnamese specialties and good coffee, a flower store, DIY workshops and beautiful ceramics. We tell you all about it. [Read more]
Fu Castella opens a patisserie-tea room in the Marais for divine snacks and tea times
Fu Castella is the ultra-moist pastry shop that's already all the rage in Paris's 13th arrondissement. Fu Castella has now set up shop in the Marais, Paris 4th arrondissement, offering a beautiful tea room with exotic sweets, original tea times, ice creams and hot and cold drinks for you to try. [Read more]
Pingwoo, the restaurant - coffee and flowery brunch with crunchy cat lattes
Pingwoo is the name of a charming little coffee shop worth trying out. A cafe-canteen with a weekend brunch, this flowery place offers real home-style fusion cuisine and gourmet pastries, accompanied by its famous cat lattes. [Read more]
Kapé, the unusual Filipino coffee shop in Paris
Feel like enjoying some original lattes while (re)discovering Filipino specialties? Let's go and discover Kapé, the brand-new and first coffee shop to offer homemade Filipino dishes. [Read more]
Atti café, the Korean coffee shop with original tarts and lattes
Atti Café is the name of the Korean coffee shop in Paris's 2nd arrondissement. We're off to discover this cosy place with its original specialities. [Read more]
Bing Sutt, the Coffee Shop in Paris with Hong Kong flavors - video
Bing Sutt is the name of the new Coffee Shop on the Place de la Républiqe which offers you typical Hong Kong specialties. Are you a fan of Pinneapple bun, Egg Tarts and Hong Kong Milk Tea? They are waiting for you! [Read more]
TreeTea: the cute Paris tea room with bubble tea and ultra-original drinks
For those who love gourmet drinks, here is an original and colorful address in Paris that you should not miss. TreeTea is this cute tea room that offers us to taste tasty bubble tea and refreshing ultra-fruity original recipes! [Read more]
Machi Machi: bubble tea, matcha latte and gourmet teas in the heart of Paris
Machi Machi is a tea counter that delights us with gourmet recipes. From bubble tea to matcha latte, fruity teas and even more original creations based on panna cota or jelly, you'll love this spot! [Read more]
Find the location of all these addresses by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
