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Bistro in Japan

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1Tenki

Shinsen Sta. / Tempura, Bistro, Wine bar

3.56

Very good

414

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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2Taro Yamada

Gotanda Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Baru (Spanish style bar), Bistro

Just 3 minutes from Gotanda! Enjoy genre-less creative dishes at this hidden bar! Open until 1 AM (closes at 11 PM on Sundays and holidays).

3.44

268

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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3Ludique

Asakusa Sta. / French, Bistro, Wine bar

French Cuisine and Wine in Asakusa! Enjoy authentic French dishes with a playful twist, crafted by a chef trained in Paris and Corsica. Watch the cooking process from the flat counter!

3.61

Very good

308

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

4DogenzakaBanban

Shinsen Sta. / Italian, Curry, Bistro

[5-minute walk from Shibuya Station] An Italian Bistro for Grown-Ups / Dishes with a Touch of Japanese Essence and Selected Wines

3.50

Very good

362

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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5VINDUSTRY

Yoyogi Koen Sta. / Bistro, Italian, Wine bar

3.35

83

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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6IZAKAYA VIN

Shibuya Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar, French

An overwhelming selection of glass wines!

3.67

Very good

334

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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7p.i stand

Koenji Sta. / Bistro, Asian, Ethnic, Curry

3.50

Very good

85

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
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8Sendai Bar MUSUBI

Aobadori Avenue Sta. / Seafood, Bistro, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.23

31

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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9Wine & fusion Cuisine Restaurant "meso" Shimokitazawa Tokyo

Shimo Kitazawa Sta. / Bistro, French, Innovative

French x Fermentation x Spices x Dashi A modern fusion experience for all five senses at the chef's counter with wine.

3.58

Very good

103

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • Wednesday, Thursday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
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10Nakameguro Bistro Bolero

Yutenji Sta. / Bistro, Baru (Spanish style bar)

Table available on the 10th! A hidden bistro in a renovated traditional house | Indulge in a luxurious dinner and wine in Nakameguro.

3.56

Very good

404

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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11Jusqu’au noir Jiyugaoka

Jiyugaoka Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar, Italian

Enjoy a special moment at a hidden French gem in Jiyugaoka.

3.34

208

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Tuesday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
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12MOELLEUSE

Azabu Juban Sta. / French, Wine bar, Bistro

Light and Flavorful French Cuisine Highlighting Fresh Ingredients in Azabu-Juban

3.09

27

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Vegetarian options
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13THE UPPER

Otemachi Sta. / French, Bistro, Steak

Selected as a Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026 restaurant for three consecutive years! A brasserie in Marunouchi.

3.49

1346

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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14Sumibi Bar VIVAN

Yaba Cho Sta. / Italian, Baru (Spanish style bar), Bistro

A casual Italian eatery featuring pizza and charcoal-grilled dishes for grown-ups.

3.26

43

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
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15Le Pignon

Suitengumae Sta. / Bistro, French

Casual French Cuisine!

3.28

67

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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16FORTUNE GARDEN KYOTO

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. / Bistro, Cafe, French

Just a 2-minute walk from Kyoto City Hall Station, enjoy bistro cuisine while taking in the view of a retro-modern Western-style building and a lush garden.

3.49

630

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

17Bistro Restaurant nou Nakameguro

Naka Meguro Sta. / Bistro, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Creative French Bistro & Natural Wine

3.62

Very good

310

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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18C'est ouf

Shinsen Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar

[Newly Opened in Shibuya, Sakuragaoka] Enjoy top-notch French cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.

3.27

40

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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19GRILL BISTRO POIVRER

Uchisaiwaicho Sta. / Bistro, Steak, Innovative

3.58

Very good

237

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

20Kamekichi

Tanimachi 4 Chome Sta. / Bistro, French, Dining bar

**Just a 3-minute walk from Tanimachi 4-chome Station** Kamekichi brings you delightful French cuisine and wine to make you happy... Enjoy casual French dining in Tanimachi, Osaka. Perfect for dates or meals with friends! Relax and unwind in our spacious interior.

3.75

Very good

756

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability