9 Michelin-Listed French Restaurants in Tokyo Offering Vegan Options

Tokyo Sees a Growing Wave of Vegan-Friendly French Cuisine

Across Japan, an increasing number of restaurants—including high-end establishments featured in the Michelin Guide—now offer vegan menus. French cuisine, with its deep-rooted commitment to sustainability and its abundant repertoire of vegetable-focused dishes, naturally aligns with vegan and vegetarian dining, and many restaurants have begun to embrace this trend.

If you require vegan accommodations, it is important to clearly communicate any ingredients you cannot consume when making your reservation. （When making a vegan request, please specify any ingredients you cannot consume in the special requests section.）Some restaurants may even request a detailed list of all dietary restrictions.

The restaurants introduced here are Michelin-listed French establishments carefully selected by the OMAKASE editorial team for their ability to provide vegan options. You can make a direct reservation at any of them through the OMAKASE site.

9 Michelin-Listed French Restaurants in Tokyo Offering Vegan Options

1. nôl

nôl is a French restaurant that has earned one Michelin star for five consecutive years, along with the Green Star for three consecutive years. Using carefully sourced seasonal ingredients, the restaurant offers French cuisine that allows each ingredient’s natural flavor to shine.

When requesting vegan accommodations, please list all ingredients you cannot consume in the special notes section of your reservation.

Director Tatsuya Noda, a highly skilled chef who honed his craft in France, creates dishes that deliver depth and umami without relying on animal products. While staying true to the logic and techniques of classical French cuisine, he incorporates elements from other genres to craft dishes that are both refined and expressive. He personally visits producers and only sources ingredients when he resonates with the ingredients and the people behind them.

The restaurant is designed so that the entire space feels like an open kitchen, creating a sense of unity and immersive energy. In addition to counter seating full of live culinary action, spacious table seating is also available. English support is offered, making it comfortable for international guests as well.

2. Les Saisons (レ セゾン)

Located inside the Imperial Hotel Tokyo, Les Saisons is a French restaurant that has been awarded one Michelin star for seven consecutive years and has received numerous accolades on Japan’s leading gourmet review site.

If you require vegan accommodations, please include detailed information in the special notes section when making your reservation. The Imperial Hotel Tokyo offers a wide range of vegan-friendly options, so flexible arrangements can be expected.

Chef Thierry Voisin, who previously served as chef at the renowned Champagne-region restaurant Les Crayères, creates innovative, seasonally expressive dishes by actively incorporating natural ingredients such as seaweed and mountain vegetables—items not traditionally used in classic French cuisine.

The interior blends tradition with modern elegance and features four fully private dining rooms that can accommodate groups of 6 to 20 guests. English menus are available, and English-speaking staff are on hand, ensuring a comfortable experience for international visitors.

3. Noeud.TOKYO

The French restaurant Noeud.TOKYO has twice been awarded one Michelin star, selected as a Michelin “Selected Restaurant” for two consecutive years, and has earned the Green Star for five consecutive years since its opening.

Through the OMAKASE site, two vegan courses are available for reservation—one featuring four dishes and another featuring six. When requesting vegan accommodations, please provide details in the special notes section.

Chef Naoto Nakatsuka honed his craft in France before serving as a chef in a church kitchen, developing a deep sensibility and technical skill. His cuisine places particular emphasis on aroma. The menu centers on seasonal vegetables grown organically or without pesticides, carefully sourced by the chef himself during visits to the producers. Even vegetable trimmings—roots, leaves, stems, and skins—are transformed through various techniques to draw out their hidden flavors.

The interior features earthen walls made from Juraku soil, a material rarely found even in Japan. The restaurant offers ten counter seats with a full view of the kitchen’s lively atmosphere, as well as a warmly designed private room for six guests.

4. Alternative

Alternative is a French restaurant that has been selected as a Michelin “Selected Restaurant” for three consecutive years and has also been recognized among the top 100 on Japan’s leading gourmet review site.

Through the OMAKASE site, you can reserve a dinner course with vegan options. Please specify any dietary restrictions in the special notes section when booking.

Chef Takayuki Saito trained at Michelin-starred restaurants in France before leading kitchens at renowned establishments in Japan. Building on classical French techniques, he incorporates elements from Japanese, Chinese, and other ethnic cuisines to create truly unique French dishes. The restaurant emphasizes sourcing high-quality vegetables delivered regularly from partner farms and maintains close relationships with producers to ensure the finest ingredients.

The interior is lush and green, featuring six counter seats, ten table seats, and a fully private room for six guests. English menus are available, making it comfortable for international visitors.

5. L’ARGENT

L’ARGENT is a celebrated restaurant that has earned one Michelin star for five consecutive years and has twice been ranked among the top 100 on Japan’s leading gourmet review site. With a theme of Tokyo-inspired “modern French,” the restaurant presents dishes that blend traditional French techniques with Nordic influences and Japanese ingredients.

Vegan menus, free of dairy and eggs, are available upon request. Please provide details in the special notes section when making your reservation.

Chef Junichi Kato, who trained at a three-star restaurant in Paris and a two-star restaurant in Copenhagen, is a highly skilled culinary professional. He emphasizes the use of Japanese ingredients, particularly those from his native Shizuoka.

The interior features 18 lively counter seats, eight elegant table seats, and a private room with views of Tokyo’s night skyline. English menus and English-speaking staff are available, ensuring that international guests can relax and enjoy the experience with ease.

6. Nebuka (根深)

Nebuka, selected as a Michelin “Selected Restaurant” for three consecutive years, offers creative French cuisine that puts seasonal vegetables in the spotlight.

Through the OMAKASE site, you can reserve a vegetable-focused vegan course. Gluten-free options are also available—please provide details in the special notes section when making your request.

Chef Chiharu Kobayashi, trained at popular Tokyo bistros and Japanese restaurants, skillfully combines French and Japanese techniques to create dishes unlike any other. The menu emphasizes the natural texture and flavor of each vegetable, with simple yet elegant presentations that highlight the ingredients visually as well as gastronomically.

The interior uses natural earth and wood to create a soothing atmosphere. The space features eight lively counter seats and private rooms for two or more guests, exuding a warm Japanese ambiance. English menus and English-speaking staff ensure a comfortable experience for international visitors.

7. AMOUR

AMOUR is a French restaurant that has repeatedly earned one Michelin star and been recognized as a Michelin “Selected Restaurant,” alongside numerous accolades on Japan’s top gourmet review site. It offers a unique experience of “Japanese French,” where traditional French techniques harmonize beautifully with Japanese ingredients.

For vegan accommodations, please provide detailed information about dietary restrictions in the special notes section when booking.

Chef Yusuke Goto trained at several Michelin-starred restaurants in France and brings exceptional skill to his cuisine. He creates menus that adapt delicate Japanese ingredients with thoughtfully crafted sauces and flows inspired by kaiseki (traditional multi-course Japanese dining), pursuing a style of French cuisine that can only be expressed by a Japanese chef.

The restaurant is housed in a standalone building, reached via a garden lush with greenery. The refined space features 14 dining seats, 8 salon seats, and a chef’s table for 4 guests. English menus and English-speaking staff are available, ensuring comfort for international visitors.

8. Restaurant L'allium (レストラン ラリューム)

Restaurant L'allium has been selected as a Michelin “Selected Restaurant” for three consecutive years and has twice been ranked among the top 100 on Japan’s leading gourmet review site.

For vegan requests, please specify any ingredients you cannot consume in the special notes section when booking.

Chef Yoshiaki Shindo, who carries on the spirit of Joël Robuchon, leads the kitchen. He previously served as sous-chef at L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon and as head chef at Genty Ash, where the restaurant earned one Michelin star for five consecutive years. Chef Shindo carefully times each seasonal ingredient to capture its peak flavor and aroma.

The elegant, historically inspired interior features 4 counter seats, 14 table seats, and a private room accommodating up to 6 guests. English menus are available upon request through the special notes section when making a reservation.

9. Édition Koji Shimomura

Édition Koji Shimomura is a French restaurant that has earned two Michelin stars 14 times and one star 3 times, along with numerous accolades on Japan’s leading gourmet review site.

Through the OMAKASE site, you can reserve two types of vegan courses for both lunch and dinner. Please provide details of any dietary restrictions in the special notes section when booking.

Chef Koji Shimomura honed his skills over eight years at several prestigious restaurants in France, including a three-Michelin-star establishment. Combining extensive knowledge, technical mastery, and his unique sensibility, he creates innovative French cuisine that captivates guests. His signature techniques, which avoid relying on butter or cream, are especially well-regarded by vegan and vegetarian diners.

The luxurious interior features table seating as well as a fully private room for up to six guests. English menus and English-speaking staff ensure a comfortable experience for international visitors.