【Tokyo, Toranomon】French Restaurant 'La Tradition' Reimagining Traditional French Cuisine with a Modern Approach to Open Saturday, June 27, 2026

On Saturday, June 27, 2026, a new French restaurant, 'La Tradition,' will open in a prime location just one minute on foot from Toranomon Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. Chef Yuhei Kurita, who led 'Ginza Le Cinq' to a one-star rating in the Michelin Guide, will helm the kitchen, offering a new gastronomic experience that deeply respects traditional French cuisine while reconstructing it with contemporary sensibilities.

Concept: A Culinary Experience Where Tradition Meets Innovation 'La Tradition' aims not merely at the consumption of premium ingredients, but at delivering a cultural experience through food—one that creates lasting, memorable taste sensations. Yuhei Kurita, who honed his skills at renowned establishments such as 'FEU' in Nagoyaka and 'Ginza Le Cinq,' expresses his personal vision of 'tradition redefined for today.' The restaurant sources seasonal ingredients from producers across Japan and around the world, elevating classic French techniques into refined, light, and modern dishes.

Yuhei Kurita (Chef Profile) Born in Tokyo in 1979, Kurita trained at prominent restaurants in Tokyo before moving to France. After returning to Japan, he served as Deputy Executive Chef at 'FEU' in Nagoyaka for seven years, followed by the role of Executive Chef at 'Rotisserie Le Cinq.' In July 2020, he became the 8th Executive Chef of 'Ginza Le Cinq,' a historic grande maison leading Japan's French culinary scene. In 2023, he was appointed Group Executive Chef of the Le Cinq Group, maintaining its one-star rating in the Michelin Guide. In June 2026, he will launch 'La Tradition' as the culmination of his career. He is widely recognized for his ability to maximize the potential of exceptional ingredients from Japan and beyond using French culinary techniques.

Exquisite Hospitality Supervised by Takayoshi Shimonobu, First General Manager of 'Joël Robuchon' The service at 'La Tradition' will be supervised by Takayoshi Shimonobu, who served as the first General Manager when the Château Restaurant 'Joël Robuchon' opened in 1993. Born in Tokyo in 1946, Shimonobu has held key roles including sommelier at 'Maxim's de Paris' in Ginza, chef sommelier and manager at 'Le Cinq' in Ginza, and General Manager at 'Restaurant Mirabelle' in London. In 2010, he was awarded the French National Order of Agricultural Merit (Chevalier), reflecting his vast experience and expertise cultivated at top-tier restaurants worldwide. He will deliver refined hospitality infused with his philosophy, complementing Chef Kurita's cuisine with expert wine pairings.

Menu: An Omakase Tasting Experience for the Five Senses and Diverse Ways to Enjoy Wine The restaurant offers a curated omakase course menu crafted daily from the finest available ingredients (Dinner: ¥22,000 including tax; Lunch: from ¥13,200 including tax). Another defining feature of the restaurant is its curated approach to enjoying wine—an essential element of French cuisine. Featuring prestigious French wines and rare back vintages, the wine program precisely matches each dish's delicate flavors and aromatic profiles, creating a dynamic, three-dimensional harmony between food and wine.

Space: A Compact Yet Sophisticated Design Centered on White The interior features a minimalist, refined design centered on white, allowing guests to focus purely on the cuisine. To ensure the highest level of hospitality, seating is limited to just 18 seats. Surrounded by carefully selected tableware and elegant interior details, guests can enjoy a relaxed, extraordinary experience perfect for special occasions or important gatherings.

[Restaurant Overview]

Name: La Tradition

Opening Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026

Address: Shomoto Building B1, 1-7-6 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0001

Access: 1-minute walk from Toranomon Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line

Regular Holidays: Mondays and Tuesdays

Price Range: Dinner Course ¥22,000 (tax included) / Lunch Course from ¥13,200 (tax included)

Smoking Policy: Non-smoking

Official Website URL: https://latradition.jp/

Reservation: Fully reservation-only via the official website