Tokyo Michelin Restaurants Guide 2025: Ultimate Gourmet Experience
Tokyo has been the world's top city for Michelin-starred restaurants for 18 consecutive years. Even as someone born and raised in Tokyo, I can't help but feel proud of its diversity and quality. The 2025 edition features a total of 504 restaurants, including 12 three-star, 25 two-star, and 132 one-star establishments, truly making it a treasure trove of fine dining.
The charm of Tokyo lies in its ability to offer gourmet experiences that transcend genres, from traditional Japanese cuisine to innovative fusion dishes. Certainly, there are challenges for foreign tourists, such as difficulty in making reservations, language barriers, and concerns about etiquette.
That's why I highly recommend MagicalTrip's "Finest Quality Sushi & Tempura Dining Experience in Ginza." This 2.5-hour gourmet tour takes you to renowned establishments in Ginza with an English-speaking guide, allowing you to enjoy a feast of skill and flavor performed by master chefs right before your eyes, without any worries.
In this article, I'll introduce you to the allure of selected Michelin restaurants, as well as tips for making reservations and photo-taking etiquette, all from my perspective as a local.
Table of Contents
・Overview of Tokyo's Michelin Guide 2025
・Introduction to Tokyo's Three-Star Michelin Restaurants
・Introduction to Tokyo's Two-Star Michelin Restaurants
・Introduction to Tokyo's One-Star Michelin Restaurants
・Recommended Tour to Enjoy Michelin Restaurants in Tokyo: Finest Quality Sushi & Tempura Dining Experience in Ginza
・Frequently Asked Questions about Tokyo's Michelin Restaurants
Overview of Tokyo's Michelin Guide 2025
The 2025 edition of Tokyo's Michelin Guide is truly the culmination of fine dining. A total of 504 restaurants are listed, including 12 three-star, 25 two-star, and 132 one-star establishments. Tokyo has maintained its position as the world's top city for starred restaurants for 18 consecutive years, solidifying its status as the gourmet capital.
What I find particularly impressive is the diversity of genres among the listed restaurants. You can enjoy the highest level of cuisine from all over the world, from traditional Japanese to French, Italian, and even innovative fusion dishes. Even as someone who grew up in Tokyo, I make new discoveries every time I explore its rich food culture.
Introduction to Tokyo's Three-Star Michelin Restaurants
Tokyo's three-star restaurants offer the world's finest dining experiences. Based on my personal visits, I'd like to introduce you to the unique charm and ultimate hospitality of each restaurant.
1. SÉZANNE
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SÉZANNE, which newly acquired three stars in the 2025 edition, is a notable restaurant that has achieved a magnificent fusion of French cuisine's essence with Japanese ingredients. Located in the prime location of Four Seasons Hotel Marunouchi, Chef Daniel Calvert's innovative approach breathes new life into traditional French cuisine.
The luxurious interior and attentive service make it perfect for a special dinner. Each dish is beautiful like a work of art, and its taste is even more impressive than its appearance.
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Address: 1 Chome-11-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-6277
Closed: Mondays, Tuesdays
Phone: 0352225810
Hours: 12–1:30 PM, 6–8 PM
Website: https://www.fourseasons.com/tokyo/dining/restaurants/sezanne/
2. Nihonryori Kanda
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"Kanda," which has maintained three stars for 18 consecutive years, is a restaurant that embodies the essence of Japanese cuisine. The array of dishes that delicately express the changing seasons is truly artistic. Each dish, filled with the chef's skill and spirit, teaches us the depth of Japanese food culture.
I feel the pride and sense of responsibility as a chef in their commitment to using only the best local, fresh ingredients in their prime condition. Enjoying a meal in this calm space, taking your time, will surely become a special memory.
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Address: 1F, Toranomon Hills Residential Tower, 1-1-1 Atago, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0002
Closed: Sundays, Mondays
Phone: 0364590176
Hours: 5–9 PM
Website: http://www.nihonryori-kanda.com/restaurant/
3. Joël Robuchon
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This restaurant, bearing the name of French culinary master Joël Robuchon, is located in the wonderful setting of Yebisu Garden Place. The beautiful presentation and refined taste are truly artistic. What particularly impressed me was the array of creative dishes that maintain traditional French culinary techniques while adding a modern interpretation.
The extensive wine selection is also attractive, and the sommelier's perfect pairing enhances the flavors of the dishes even further. The luxurious interior and meticulous service will make your special dinner an unforgettable memory.
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Address: Inside Ebisu Garden Place, 1-13-1 Mita, Meguro City, Tokyo 153-0062
Closed: None
Phone: 0354241347
Hours: 5:30–7:30 PM
Hours (Saturdays, Sundays): 11:30 AM–12 PM, 5:30–7:30 PM
Website: https://www.robuchon.jp/en/
4. Kagurazaka Ishikawa
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Ishikawa has built its unique world view by cherishing the traditions of Japanese cuisine while incorporating modern essences. Located in the historic neighborhood of Kagurazaka, this restaurant offers special seasonal menus that allow you to experience the changing of seasons with all five senses.
The array of dishes that showcase the chef's exceptional skills are not only visually beautiful but also exquisite in taste. They have an unparalleled commitment to ingredient selection, sourcing the highest quality ingredients from all over the country. The time spent in this calm Japanese space will surely be special.
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Address: 1F, Takamura Building, 5-37 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0825
Closed: Sundays, Mondays
Phone: 0352250173
Hours: 5 PM–12 AM
Hours (Saturdays): 12 PM–12 AM
Website: http://kagurazaka-ishikawa.co.jp/
5. Sazenka
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Sazenka is a restaurant that continues to explore new possibilities in Chinese cuisine. Based on traditional Chinese culinary techniques with a modern interpretation, their dishes captivate many food connoisseurs with their visual beauty and unique flavors.
The special menu that changes with the seasons offers luxurious flavors unique to that time of year. The pairings with wine and Chinese tea are also excellent, perfectly complementing the dishes. It's a special place where you can enjoy a new form of Chinese cuisine in a luxurious dining space.
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Address: 4 Chome-7-5 Minamiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0047
Closed: Sundays, Mondays
Phone: 0354496778
Hours: 4–11 PM
Website: https://sazenka.com/
Introduction to Tokyo's Two-Star Michelin Restaurants
Tokyo's two-star restaurants each have their own unique character while offering excellent cuisine and service. As a local gourmet, I'd like to introduce you to some particularly impressive establishments.
1. Tempura Motoyoshi
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Motoyoshi has been attracting attention with its innovative approach that overturns the traditional concept of tempura. The cooking method that incorporates a scientific perspective is truly a series of surprises. In particular, the light-textured tempura using liquid nitrogen is innovative, completely renewing the image of tempura.
I was particularly impressed by their thorough commitment to selecting the optimal batter for each ingredient. For example, they use a thin batter fried at a specific temperature for shrimp, and a unique blend of flour that brings out the umami for vegetables. I'm amazed by the calculated technique down to the smallest detail. It's a special place where you can enjoy a new world of tempura in a calm atmosphere.
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Address: 3F, Granbell Ebisu IV, 2-8-11 Ebisunishi, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0021
Closed: Sundays
Phone: 0364550200
Hours: 5:30–10:30 PM
Website: https://motoyoshi-1120.com/
2. Esquisse
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Esquisse, located in Ginza, is a restaurant that continues to pursue innovation in French cuisine. The course meals featuring seasonal ingredients boast a beauty that makes each dish look like a work of art. The chef's creative dishes offer new flavors that go beyond the framework of traditional French cuisine.
The extensive wine selection is also a big attraction, and the marriage of food and wine is exquisite. Dining in the luxurious interior will surely become a wonderful memory to color your special day.
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Address: 5 Chome-4-6 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061
Closed: Wednesdays
Phone: 0355375580
Hours: 12–1 PM, 6–8:30 PM
Website: http://www.esquissetokyo.com/
3. Ginza Kojyu
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Ginza Kojyu is a renowned restaurant that has mastered the essence of Japanese cuisine. The special seasonal menus are all artistic dishes that allow you to experience the changing of seasons with all five senses. The array of dishes that showcase the chef's undeniable skill are not only visually beautiful but also exceptional in taste.
I was particularly impressed by their commitment to ingredient selection. They carefully select the highest quality ingredients from all over the country and their technique of bringing out the best in these ingredients is truly masterful. The time spent in this calm Japanese space will surely become a special memory.
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Address: 4F, Ginza Carioca Building, 5-4-8 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061
Closed: Sundays
Phone: 0362159544
Hours: 12–1 PM, 6–9:30 PM
Website: http://www.kojyu.jp/
Introduction to Tokyo's One-Star Michelin Restaurants
Tokyo's one-star restaurants each have their own unique charm and are places where you can enjoy top-class cuisine at more accessible prices. Based on my experience of frequenting these places as a local, I'll introduce some particularly recommended establishments.
1. Sukiyabashi Jiro
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Sukiyabashi Jiro is known worldwide as a high-end sushi restaurant. The omakase-style sushi using fresh ingredients carefully selected by the owner is truly artistic. I was particularly moved by the skill and spirit put into each piece of sushi. Everything from the temperature of the rice to the way the fish is cut and the amount of soy sauce creates a perfect harmony.
It's also famous for being very difficult to make a reservation, but it's well worth it. It's a special place where you can enjoy the finest sushi in a luxurious yet simple interior. The budget ranges from 50,000 to 60,000 yen for lunch and 60,000 to 80,000 yen for dinner.
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Address: Tsukamoto Sogyo Building B1, 4-2-15 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061
Closed: Sundays
Phone: 0335353600
Hours: 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
Website: https://tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1301/A130101/13002260/
2. Ginza Sushi Kanesaka
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Ginza Sushi Kanesaka, which cherishes the tradition of Edo-style sushi while also incorporating modern elements, is highly regarded among sushi connoisseurs. The menu that makes use of seasonal ingredients lets you feel the changing of seasons.
The main seating is at the counter, where you can enjoy sushi made right in front of you while conversing with the chef. The omakase course changes depending on the day's catch, offering new discoveries each time. The calm atmosphere of the restaurant is perfect for special occasion meals. The budget ranges from 20,000 to 30,000 yen for lunch and 60,000 to 80,000 yen for dinner.
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Address: Ginza Misuzu Building B1F, 8-10-3 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061
Closed: Sundays
Phone: 0355684411
Hours (Mondays): 6–10:30 PM
Hours: 12–2:30 PM, 6–10:30 PM
Website: https://www.sushi-kanesaka.com/
3. Tempura Kondo
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Tempura Kondo is an innovative renowned restaurant that has renewed the concept of tempura. In the omakase course using seasonal ingredients, you'll be moved by the thin batter technique that maximizes the original flavor of the ingredients. I was particularly impressed by the exquisite frying of each dish. The umami of the ingredients enclosed in the crispy batter is truly impressive.
Being able to see the artisan's skills up close at the counter seats in the calm atmosphere of Ginza is also a big attraction. Reservations are accepted only by phone, and I recommend making a reservation early as it's a popular restaurant. The budget ranges from 10,000 to 15,000 yen for lunch and 20,000 to 30,000 yen for dinner.
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Address: Sakaguchi Bld., 9F, 5-5-13 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061
Closed: Sundays
Phone: 0355680923
Hours: 12–3 PM, 5–9 PM
Website: https://tempura-kondo.com/en/
Recommended Tour to Enjoy Michelin Restaurants in Tokyo: Finest Quality Sushi & Tempura Dining Experience in Ginza
The "Finest Quality Sushi & Tempura Dining Experience in Ginza" offered by MagicalTrip is a luxurious 2.5-hour gourmet tour that takes you to high-end sushi and tempura restaurants in Ginza. You can visit establishments that have received high ratings from Michelin and Tabelog, and the fee of $203.41 (about 30,000 yen) per person includes 4 types of drinks.
The biggest attraction of this tour is the guaranteed counter seats. You can enjoy special nigiri and tempura made with seasonal ingredients while watching skilled artisans perform their techniques right in front of you. As they use over 80 types of seafood throughout the year, there are new discoveries every time.
I particularly appreciate that an English-speaking guide accompanies you. Even if you're unsure about Japanese dining etiquette and manners, you can relax and enjoy your meal thanks to the thoughtful support. It's especially suitable for foreign tourists or those with little experience dining at high-end Japanese restaurants.
The small-group tour welcomes solo travelers. It's also popular among couples and friends for anniversaries and special experiences. Between meals, you'll stroll through the streets of Ginza, with guides introducing shrines, luxury stores, and hidden bars, making it a fulfilling experience where you can enjoy not only the food but also the atmosphere of Ginza.
For more details: Finest Quality Sushi & Tempura Dining Experience in Ginza
Frequently Asked Questions about Tokyo's Michelin Restaurants
Based on my experience as a local and the questions I often receive from my foreign friends, here are some tips for enjoying Michelin restaurants.
How far in advance do I need to make a reservation?
Three-star restaurants are especially popular and may require reservations 3-6 months in advance. From my experience, I recommend making reservations 1-2 months in advance even for one-star and two-star restaurants. Lunch time is relatively easier to book. However, weekends and holidays require earlier reservations, and even on weekdays, it can be difficult to book popular restaurants.
Is photography allowed?
Photography rules vary by restaurant. In my experience, many establishments allow photography of the dishes, but flash photography is generally prohibited. Most importantly, consideration for other guests is crucial. In high-end restaurants that value a quiet atmosphere, I recommend keeping photography to a minimum.
Tokyo's Michelin restaurants offer the world's finest dining experiences. From three-star to one-star, each restaurant has its own unique charm and will create unforgettable memories for you.
While there are challenges such as difficulty in making reservations and language barriers, with some effort, such as using guided tours or taking advantage of lunch times, wonderful experiences await you. Even from my perspective as someone born and raised in Tokyo, I make new discoveries every time due to the diversity and high quality.
I hope you enjoy your special gourmet experience in Tokyo!
