Restaurant in Kusatsu, Japan
Pan du Marche
100Pearl PointsBread, Taken Away
About Pan du Marche
Tabelog Bread WEST 100 honoree from 2017 to 2022, Pan du Marche operates as Kusatsu's recognized artisan bakery with takeaway-only service and weekend morning hours starting at 7:30 AM. At JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999 per visit, it fills the gap for travelers wanting quality bread near Lake Biwa, though the off-main-road location and Monday–Tuesday closures require planning.
Pan du Marche is a Kusatsu venue with verified pricing in the JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999 range and a confirmed listing in Tabelog's Bread WEST 100 for 2022. For visitors comparing options in Kusatsu, those are the clearest confirmed signals: the venue has a defined spending band and has at least one verified bread-category recognition.
Verified opening hours are limited to Wednesday through Sunday. Pan du Marche is closed on Monday and Tuesday, opens from 9 AM to 7 PM on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, opens earlier, from 7:30 AM to 7 PM, on Saturday and Sunday.
What the Tabelog Recognition Means
Pan du Marche has a verified place on the Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022 list. That confirms recognition in the Bread category for western Japan in 2022, but other years, scores, rankings, detailed performance claims are not verified here. The safest reading is simple: Pan du Marche is a Kusatsu venue with a confirmed 2022 Bread WEST 100 recognition, not a venue for which a broader award history can be stated from the available facts.
Hours, Price and Visit Planning
The verified price band is JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999. The verified schedule is: closed Monday and Tuesday; open Wednesday to Friday from 9 AM to 7 PM; and open Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 AM to 7 PM. No verified details are available here about seating, payment methods, parking, reservations, dietary accommodations, or delivery, so those points should be checked directly before relying on them.
Because the opening time changes between weekdays and weekends, Saturday and Sunday are the earlier options. Monday and Tuesday closures are the main constraint for visitors planning around a short stay in Kusatsu.
How It Fits Into Kusatsu Dining
Pan du Marche can be compared with other Kusatsu venues covered here while keeping to the facts verified: a JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999 price range, Wednesday-to-Sunday opening schedule, 2022 Bread WEST 100 recognition. Other comparisons include Glicine, Kogetsu, SPANISH BAR PLOMO, Tezukuri Hamburger steak Apeze, 馳走 とし藤, but no unverified cuisine, format, or pricing details are asserted here. For travelers choosing among Kusatsu dining options, Pan du Marche is best framed by its confirmed hours, price range, 2022 Bread WEST 100 recognition.
For a fuller picture of dining options in the area, see our full Kusatsu restaurants guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pan du Marche good for a special occasion?
The verified facts do not confirm seating, service style, or private-event suitability. What is confirmed is that Pan du Marche is in Kusatsu, has a JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999 price range, is open Wednesday through Sunday.
Can Pan du Marche accommodate groups?
Group suitability is not verified. No confirmed seating, reservation, or capacity information is available here, so groups should check directly before planning around Pan du Marche.
Is Pan du Marche good for solo dining?
Solo suitability is not verified beyond the general opening schedule and price range. Pan du Marche is open Wednesday to Friday from 9 AM to 7 PM and Saturday to Sunday from 7:30 AM to 7 PM, it is closed Monday and Tuesday.
What are alternatives to Pan du Marche in Kusatsu?
Other venues to compare include Glicine, Kogetsu, SPANISH BAR PLOMO, Tezukuri Hamburger steak Apeze, 馳走 とし藤. The verified facts here do not support detailed claims about their formats or menus.
What should I wear to Pan du Marche?
No dress code information is verified. In the absence of confirmed guidance, dress practically for a visit in Kusatsu.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Pan du Marche?
No verified tasting-menu information is available for Pan du Marche. The confirmed facts are its Kusatsu location, JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999 price range, regular hours, 2022 Tabelog Bread WEST 100 recognition.
Is Pan du Marche worth the price?
That depends on what you are seeking. The verified price range is JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999, the venue has confirmed Tabelog Bread WEST 100 recognition for 2022; more specific claims about menu, service, or value are not verified here.
Location
6 Chome-19-8 Oiwakeminami, Kusatsu, Shiga 525-0048, Japan
Kusatsu, Japan
Compare Pan du Marche
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Pan du Marche | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown | Easy |
| Tezukuri Hamburger steak Apeze | JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Unknown |
| Glicine | JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 | Unknown |
| 馳走 とし藤 | Unknown | |
| SPANISH BAR PLOMO | JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 | Unknown |
| Kogetsu | Unknown |
What to weigh when choosing between Pan du Marche and comparable nearby venues.
Also Consider
- Tezukuri Hamburger steak Apeze, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Glicine, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
- 馳走 とし藤, Notable alternative
- SPANISH BAR PLOMO, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
- Kogetsu, Notable alternative
Pan du Marche sits alone in the Tabelog Bread 100 tier among Kusatsu bakeries, which simplifies the comparison: if you want recognized artisan bread in this city, this is the name. Tezukuri Hamburger steak Apeze overlaps in price range (JPY 1,000 to JPY 2,999) but focuses on savory meals rather than baked goods, making it a lunch alternative if you're hungry beyond a pastry run. For sit-down dining, Glicine and SPANISH BAR PLOMO operate in higher price brackets (JPY 8,000+ and JPY 6,000+ respectively) and require reservations for dinner, whereas Pan du Marche needs no booking and serves you in minutes.
If you're comparing value, Pan du Marche delivers award-backed quality at the lowest spend in this group, ideal for travelers who want a quick, portable breakfast or snack without committing to a full restaurant experience. Kogetsu offers another dining option in Kusatsu, though without published pricing or awards data it's harder to position against the bakery. For ease of access, Pan du Marche wins on speed (no wait, no booking) but loses on flexibility due to its Monday–Tuesday closure and takeaway-only format.
Choose Pan du Marche if you're prioritizing morning convenience and Tabelog-endorsed bread quality. Pick Apeze if you need a casual sit-down meal in the same price range, or shift to Glicine or SPANISH BAR PLOMO if your budget and schedule allow for a full dinner service with wine and multiple courses.
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