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Takara
JapaneseSushiSashimiShabu-ShabuOldest Japanese Restaurant Paris1st arr.
Founded in 1958 and widely acclaimed as the oldest Japanese restaurant in Paris, Takara is an immersive traditional sanctuary run exclusively by Japanese women, serving pristine omakase sashimi, shabu-shabu, and seasonal Japanese cuisine.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- 1st arr. (Palais Royal / Pyramides)
- Since
- 1958
Plate № 22
About
Takara has stood at 14 rue Molière since 1958 — pre-dating the Japanese immigration wave that would eventually create the legendary rue Sainte-Anne corridor — and is considered the oldest Japanese restaurant in Paris, and possibly in all of Europe. The restaurant is exclusively managed and staffed by Japanese women, a distinctive feature that has defined its culture of quiet hospitality for nearly seven decades. The interior transports diners immediately: traditional Japanese décor, discreet lacquerware, and a sense of ceremony that visitors consistently describe as feeling like being in Japan. The menu highlights include pristine omakase sashimi (the chef selects for peak freshness daily), a celebrated shabu-shabu, and seasonal preparations. Reservations are essential — the room fills weeks in advance on weekends.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- The oldest Japanese restaurant in Paris (est. 1958) and possibly in all of Europe — a living monument to Japanese culinary tradition on French soil.
- Exclusively staffed and managed by Japanese women, creating an atmosphere of quiet, formal omotenashi rarely encountered outside Japan.
- The omakase sashimi selection — fish hand-picked by the sushi master for exceptional freshness — consistently ranks among the best in the city.
- The winter shabu-shabu (thinly sliced wagyu cooked tableside in kombu broth) is a seasonal highlight deeply beloved by regulars.
Reservations essential — book well in advance for weekends. Phone reservations accepted between 17:30–18:00. Online booking also available via their website.
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Frequently asked
About Takara
- Is Takara an authentic japanese restaurant in Paris?
- Yes — Takara is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Paris: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Takara located?
- Takara is located at 14 rue Molière, 75001 Paris, Paris, France in the 1st arr. (Palais Royal / Pyramides) neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Takara?
- Takara does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular sushi restaurants in Paris we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Takara?
- Takara sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Paris.
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