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Contemporary French With Japanese Influence
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Tokyo, Japan

ESPRIT C. KEI GINZA

CuisineFrench
Executive ChefKei Kobayashi
Price¥¥¥
Dress CodeSmart Casual
ServiceFormal
NoiseConversational
CapacitySmall
Michelin
Star Wine List
La Liste

ESPRIT C. KEI GINZA serves contemporary French with Japanese influence in Ginza, with La Liste rating it 76pts in 2026.

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Address
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 7 Chome−8−17 虎屋銀座ビル 11階
Phone
+81 3-6274-6611
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ESPRIT C. KEI GINZA restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
About

La Liste 76pts and Michelin Plate

La Liste rated the restaurant 76pts in 2026, after 75.5pts in 2025. Michelin gave Michelin Plate recognition in 2024, 2025 and 2026, forming a cross-guide credential trail.

Omar Blue Shrimp Fry with caviar

Omar Blue Shrimp Fry with Caviar and Sauce Gribiche sits alongside Crystal Caviar Selected by Chef Kei Kobayashi and Vacharan. The cooking is contemporary French with Japanese influence and local sourcing.

Ginza 7 Chome skyline dinner

Ginza 7 Chome, on the 11th floor, brings a skyline outlook, open kitchen and chef’s counter. Formal service, conversational noise and extended pacing make this better suited to a focused dinner.

Signature Dishes
Omar Blue Shrimp Fry with Caviar and Sauce GribicheCrystal Caviar Selected by Chef Kei KobayashiVacharan
Frequently asked questions

How It Stacks Up

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The record

Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

  1. La Liste Top Restaurants

    La Liste

  2. Michelin Plate

    Michelin

  3. Star Wine List

    Star Wine List

  4. La Liste Top Restaurants

    La Liste

  5. Michelin Plate

    Michelin

  6. Michelin Plate

    Michelin

At a Glance
Vibe
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Elegant
  • Lively
Best For
  • Special Occasion
  • Date Night
  • Celebration
Experience
  • Open Kitchen
  • Chefs Counter
  • Panoramic View
  • Design Destination
Drink Program
  • Extensive Wine List
  • Sommelier Led
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
Views
  • Skyline
Dress CodeSmart Casual
Noise LevelConversational
CapacitySmall
Service StyleFormal
Meal PacingExtended Experience
Visit details

Current opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5:30–11 PM
Wednesday
5:30–11 PM
Thursday
5:30–11 PM
Friday
5:30–11 PM
Saturday
5:30–11 PM
Sunday
Closed

Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .

Sophisticated modern space with dynamic ceiling design transitioning from checkerboard patterns to cave-like installations, featuring wooden blocks dripping from ceiling, integrated chandelier, and 11th-floor views of Ginza's cityscape.