Tokyo's Best 30 Best French Restaurants in Japan 2024

We have prepared for you 30 of the most popular and recommended French restaurants in Tokyo. Discover the best restaurants Japan has to offer.

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1. L'Effervescence

French
2-26-4 Nishi-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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"L'Effervescence" is located between Nishi-Azabu and Omotesando. The owner is Mr. Shinobu Namae, who has studied at three-star restaurants around the world. The dishes created by Mr. Namae have a strong message, yet are delicate. Making full use of Japanese and French cooking techniques, each dish that maximizes the goodness of the ingredients attracts many people.

2. Kitajimatei

French
JHC Building 1F, 7 Sanei-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

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Kitajima-tei is a French restaurant that has pursued ways to make the most of its ingredients for about a quarter of a century since its opening. The current owner-chef, Motoyuki Kitajima, trained at a number of well-known restaurants after moving to France, and is currently showing his skills at this restaurant. The dishes made with ingredients purchased from Tsukiji Market every morning are truly exquisite. Come with an empty stomach, as the portions are so large that ordinary French cuisine cannot compete with them.

3. L'Osier

French
7-5-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

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A French restaurant that opened in Ginza, Tokyo in 1973. In 2013, the 40th anniversary of the hotel, Pierre-Yves Rochon, a designer who is internationally acclaimed for creating luxurious spaces, worked on the interior and reopened. The service of the staff, who have continued to provide the best hospitality since its opening, and the new tradition of L'Osier spun by the newly invited chef Olivier Chaignon. While adhering to the policy that the restaurant has cultivated over many years of authentic French cuisine that is loyal to tradition, the new "L'Osier" cuisine, which combines Mr. Chaignon's modern sensibility, is an exquisite selection of dishes. There is no end to the regulars seeking the elegant and sophisticated cuisine.

4. FURUYA augustronome

French
4-3-9 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo Akasaka Wisteria Mansion 1F

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The French restaurant "FURUYA augastronome" is located about a 3-minute walk from Akasaka Station. Enjoy authentic French cuisine prepared by the owner, who trained in Michelin-starred restaurants in Switzerland and Belgium.

5. Bonnie

French
4-22-17 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Queen's Yoyogi 1F

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Located in Yoyogi, where many famous restaurants are lined up, "Bonyu" is run by Mr. Kei Kurusu, who is called the king of gastronomy in the gourmet world. Our restaurant is famous among many gourmets with the concept of pursuing originality and simple deliciousness that eliminates unnecessary things. It's not just about delicious food, it's a restaurant where you can learn about the essence of food.

6. Apicius

French
1-9-4 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Silk Center B1F

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Apicius is an orthodox French restaurant named after the great man who wrote the world's oldest cookbook. The interior of the shop is decorated with paintings by Chagall and Utrillo, and you can spend an elegant time surrounded by masterpieces. In addition, the wine list boasts one of the best quality and quantity in Japan, and one of the attractions is that a first-class sommelier will select the best wine for your meal.

7. Florilege

French
SEIZAN Gaien B1, 2-5-4 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

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Have a French date at the coolest counter. Only course menus are available for both lunch and dinner. Private rooms are also available.

8. Esquisse

French
Royal Crystal Ginza 9F, 5-4-6 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

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"Eskise" has been awarded two Michelin stars since its opening. Mr. Lionel Beka is active as an executive chef after training at many world-famous Michelin-starred restaurants. A restaurant where you can enjoy cutting-edge, gentle and unique cuisine that incorporates Japanese ingredients and techniques while rooted in the traditions and techniques of French cuisine.

9. La Blanche

French
2-3-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Aoyama Ponyheim 2F

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A long-established French restaurant located between Shibuya and Omotesando. The interior of the store, which is based on dark brown, has a classical atmosphere. For cooking, we use ingredients that Japanese people think are delicious. In particular, the [Sardines and Potato Layered Baked] is an excellent product with black truffles and anchovy cream on top of the sardines and potatoes layered like a mille-feuille.

10. Sombreuil

French
1-8-12 Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

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Located in Iidabashi, Chiyoda Ward, this is a restaurant where you can enjoy authentic French cuisine. After training at "Tour d'Argent" in his home country, Toshiaki Wakatsuki, who showed his skills at "L'Osier" in Ginza, is enrolled as executive chef. Many gourmets come to visit the sincere attitude that sticks to the orthodox style.

11. Kamatsuda

French
Eternity Azabujuban B1F, 2-14-4 Azabujuban, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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French restaurant Kamatsuda is located about a 2-minute walk from Azabu-Juban Station. You can enjoy creative French cuisine using ingredients procured from all over Japan, such as vegetables and meat from Noto.

12. Haut Provençao

French
Blue Building Annex 1F, 1-3-9 Hirakawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

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This French restaurant was named with the idea that "we want you to relax like you are at a resort in Provence, southern France." This popular restaurant has been introduced on TV as "Japan's No. 1 Hayashi Rice" and it is difficult to get a reservation. A casual shop with a calm interior and atmosphere. You can enjoy authentic French cuisine at a reasonable price and sake that goes well with it.

13. Gastronomy Joel Robuchon

French
Yebisu Garden Place, 1-13-1 Mita, Meguro-ku, Tokyo

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"Gastronomy Joël Robuchon" located in Ebisu Garden Place. Grand Maison designed by the late Mr. Joël Robuchon, who was a world-famous chef representing French cuisine. Many people visit every day to enjoy the culmination of modern French cuisine that uses the best ingredients generously and maximizes the quality of the ingredients.

14. Petite Tapti

French
Soleil Oi 1F, 1-43-5 Oi, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

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You can tell from the outside that it is a French restaurant. Although it is small, you can feel the commitment of the maker. It is a homely atmosphere because the chef with a good personality makes it by himself. Eat delicious food and spend a luxurious time.

15. lature

French
2-2-2 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Aoyama Luca Building B1F

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Despite being located between Shibuya and Aoyama, Latule has a calm atmosphere that does not make you feel the hustle and bustle of the city. You can enjoy traditional and creative French cuisine using ingredients carefully grown by the producers. There are also semi-private seats, and one of the attractions is that they can be used in a wide variety of ways, from important dates to important business meetings.

16. Simplicité

French
3-9 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Avenue side Daikanyama 1 2F

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A restaurant in Daikanyama where you can enjoy colorful French cuisine made with aged fresh fish delivered directly from the farm. You will be captivated by the variety of dishes that are simple yet delicately put together to bring out the individuality of the ingredients to the maximum in terms of aroma, texture, and presentation. The cuisine is mainly fish dishes, using aged fresh domestic fish. The interior of the restaurant, which is based on white and has a modern and sophisticated atmosphere, is recommended for dates and anniversaries.

17. L'Octave Hayato KOBAYASHI

French
101 Modelia Brut, 3-30-9 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

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French restaurant "L'Octave Hayato KOBAYASHI" is located about 3 minutes on foot from Kitasando Station. You can enjoy creative French cuisine prepared by the owner who trained at a Michelin-starred restaurant in France.

18. Les Saisons

French
1-1-1 Uchisaiwaicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Imperial Hotel Tokyo Main Building Middle 2F

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As the main dining room of the Imperial Hotel, one of Japan's leading hotels that has been in business for over 125 years, "Les Saisons" has experience in entertaining numerous guests. The authentic French full course taste, of course, the staff's service and the atmosphere of the store, everything is a top-notch famous restaurant.

19. coat d'or

French
Mita House 1F, 5-2-18 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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Grand Maison, which opened in Hokkaido in 1990, has moved to Mita, Tokyo. The owner-chef is Mr. Masao Saisu, a master of French cuisine who honed his skills at famous restaurants such as "Auberge de Cancangrone" and "Vivarois" and opened "Lambroisie" in Paris. You can enjoy dishes that meet the needs of the times, incorporating many ingredients from Hokkaido. In the sophisticated residential area of Shirokane, when you open the warmly lit door, you will be enveloped in a calm and comfortable atmosphere. Have a wonderful time at Grand Maison, which Hokkaido boasts.

20. Ginza Lecan

French
4-5-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Mikimoto Building B1F

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The Shiseido Group's finest French restaurant with an outstanding atmosphere. There is no doubt that the business negotiations will be successful with any opponent.

21. Restaurant Sakaki

French
2-12-12 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

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A well-known store that requires a line to enjoy the difference between day and night. Daisuke Sakakibara, the fourth-generation owner of "Restaurant Sakaki," is a talented chef who has experience training at "Kitajima-tei" in Yotsuya and "Lucy Carton" in Paris. At night, you can enjoy French cuisine, and at noon, you can enjoy traditional Western cuisine. We want you to have a wonderful time with sophisticated cuisine and hospitality.

22. Camellia

French
Kihara Building 1F, 4-11-9 Nishiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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A long-established restaurant in Nishi-Azabu. It is a wine bar with a full menu of meals, and there are countless types of wine. If you tell them your preferences and budget, they will recommend items that suit them, so it's a great point that even first-timers can easily enter. This well-known store is irresistible for wine lovers with its selection of top-class Burgundy wines in Tokyo.

23. AZUR et MASA UEKI

French
Nishiazabu MA Building 1F, 2-24-7 Nishiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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"AZUR et MASA UEKI" was opened by the famous French restaurant "AZUR WINES" from California's Napa Valley and Mr. Masahito Ueki, who is known as the genius of French cuisine. Enjoy the marriage of the finest wines and exquisite cuisine.

24. Vin Sante

French
4-39-7 Daisawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo

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10 minutes walk from Shimokitazawa Station and Sangenjaya Station. A stylish French restaurant hidden in a residential area. The store has a natural atmosphere and a sense of openness based on bright wood. There is also a children's menu, so it is recommended for those with children.

25. benoit

French
La Porte Aoyama 10F, 5-51-8 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

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A gorgeous bistro where you can feel the spirit of Paris. The interior of the restaurant, which has an impressive classical decoration reminiscent of an authentic Parisian restaurant, is equipped with large windows for a bright and open atmosphere. At the "prefix dinner", you can choose from several types of appetizers, main dishes, and desserts. A casual French restaurant popular with a wide range of customers.

26. Tastu

French
2-5-21 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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A popular bistro with a prefix course that you can freely choose according to the scene, and a chef's choice course that changes daily. You can also enjoy a la carte and wine at the counter as a wine bar. A popular store where you can casually enjoy seasonal ingredients and organic wine in a chic atmosphere based on blue and gray, a neo-bistrot that looks like a corner of Paris.

27. Mariage Freres Ginza Main Store

French
5-6-6 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Suzuran Street

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A tea specialty shop on Suzuran Street in Ginza. Mariage Frères was founded in Paris in 1854 and has a history of 165 years. The first floor of our shop sells tea leaves and tea utensils, and there are rows of tea cans. The basement, 2nd and 3rd floors are a cafe space, and you can choose your favorite tea for lunch with lunch tea sets and dessert sets. It is a shop where you can enjoy afternoon tea slowly.

28. Bistro de la Cite

French
4-2-10 Nishiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo Tojo Building 1F

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A bistro founded in 1973, about an 8-minute walk from Hiroo Station. A well-known restaurant where you can enjoy a special menu such as steak and fish dishes of the day. Drinks are also centered around wines that can be paired with food.

29. UOKIN Bistro Gotanda

French
1F, 2-8-8 Higashi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

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If you want to drink at a reasonable price at a fashionable restaurant, this is the place! Every dish is well-cospa and delicious.

30. guinguette-la-chevre

French
2-2-13 Nishi-Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

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Casual French in Nishi-Asakusa. There are counter seats and table seats in the wood-like interior, creating a cozy atmosphere. The menu is mainly a la carte, and you can bring baguettes from other stores for free while eating. One of the attractions is the extensive wine lineup. A bistro with excellent cost performance that makes it easy for even one person to stop by.

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