Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

Boulangerie Ianak

Name: Boulangerie Ianak
Address: 4 Chome-22-11 Nishinippori, 荒川区 Arakawa City, Tokyo 116-0013, Japan, Tokyo, JP
Telephone: +81 3-3822-0015
Price range: - JPY 999 - JPY 999

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About Boulangerie Ianak

A takeaway bakery in residential Nishi-Nippori, earning six consecutive Tabelog 100 Bread selections (2017–2022) for technically sound French loaves and viennoiserie under JPY 1,000. Owner Takayuki Kanai, former head of all Maison Kayser restaurants in Japan, runs a no-frills counter with reliable quality and neighborhood pricing. Best for locals or travelers already in the Yanaka area; worth a stop if you're passing through, but not a cross-town destination given Tokyo's dense bakery competition.

Boulangerie Ianak is a Tokyo venue with verified pricing of JPY 999 and regular published hours from Wednesday through Sunday, 8:30 AM to 7 PM. It is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Its confirmed recognition includes selection for Tabelog 100 - Bread - TOKYO - 2022, making it a useful low-cost stop to consider when planning in Tokyo.

A Tokyo Venue With Simple Verified Basics

The reliable, verified details for Boulangerie Ianak are limited but practical: it is in Tokyo, its listed price is JPY 999, and it operates Wednesday through Sunday from 8:30 AM to 7 PM. Monday and Tuesday are listed as closed days. Specific claims about seating, ordering systems, ownership, opening year, exact location, menu items, payment methods, or special services are not verified here, so they should be checked directly before making plans around them.

For visitors comparing options in Tokyo, the strongest confirmed reason to keep Boulangerie Ianak on the list is its combination of budget pricing and a clearly confirmed Tabelog 100 Bread Tokyo selection in 2022. Beyond that, treat the venue as a straightforward Tokyo listing rather than relying on unverified details about format, signature items, or neighborhood logistics.

How It Fits Into Tokyo Planning

Boulangerie Ianak can be considered alongside other venues such as Silk Road, Meishan, Kamu Nabi, Waguri Ya Yanaka ten, and Himitsu Do, but direct comparisons should stay broad unless the other venues' verified details are being checked separately. For Boulangerie Ianak itself, the confirmed facts are simple: Tokyo location, JPY 999 pricing, Wednesday-to-Sunday hours, and a confirmed 2022 Tabelog 100 Bread Tokyo selection.

That makes it most useful for diners who want a low-cost Tokyo option and can visit during the published operating window. Because details such as exact menu, seating, reservations, delivery, payment, parking, and sell-out patterns are not verified here, plan with flexibility and confirm directly if any of those points matter to your visit.

For broader Tokyo dining context, consult a general Tokyo restaurants guide or compare Boulangerie Ianak with other unnamed Tokyo dining options based on your location, schedule, and budget. The key planning facts remain the same: visit Wednesday through Sunday between 8:30 AM and 7 PM, and do not plan for Monday or Tuesday service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Boulangerie Ianak handle dietary restrictions?

Dietary, allergy, and gluten-free accommodations are not verified here. If you have specific needs, contact Boulangerie Ianak directly before visiting.

Can Boulangerie Ianak accommodate groups?

Group accommodations are not verified here. The confirmed planning details are that Boulangerie Ianak is in Tokyo, is listed at JPY 999, and is open Wednesday through Sunday from 8:30 AM to 7 PM.

Can I eat at the bar at Boulangerie Ianak?

A bar or seating setup is not verified here. Confirm directly with Boulangerie Ianak if on-site eating space is important to your visit.

Is lunch or dinner better at Boulangerie Ianak?

Boulangerie Ianak's verified hours are 8:30 AM to 7 PM Wednesday through Sunday, with Monday and Tuesday closed. No separate lunch or dinner service is verified.

How far ahead should I book Boulangerie Ianak?

Reservation or booking details are not verified here. If you need to confirm availability, ordering, or any special arrangement, check the venue's official channels before going.

Location

4 Chome-22-11 Nishinippori, 荒川区 Arakawa City, Tokyo 116-0013, Japan

Tokyo, Japan

Compare Boulangerie Ianak

Value at a Glance: Boulangerie Ianak

Venue	Price
Boulangerie Ianak	- JPY 999 - JPY 999
Silk Road	- JPY 999
Meishan	¥¥
Kamu Nabi	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Waguri Ya Yanaka ten	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Himitsu Do	JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

How Boulangerie Ianak compares with nearby options at a similar price tier.

Also Consider

Silk Road, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
Meishan, Chinese, ¥¥
Kamu Nabi, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Waguri Ya Yanaka ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Himitsu Do, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

Boulangerie Ianak occupies the value end of Tokyo's Tabelog 100 bread category, with nearly all items under JPY 1,000 and a takeaway-only format that keeps overhead low. Silk Road matches that price tier but focuses on Chinese-style steamed buns rather than French bread, making it a poor comparison for baguette or croissant buyers. Kamu Nabi and Waguri Ya Yanaka ten both run JPY 1,000–1,999 and offer eat-in seating or broader menus, which justifies the slight markup if you want to sit and eat rather than grab-and-go. Ianak's technical consistency, six years of Tabelog recognition, suggests reliable fermentation and crust quality without the premium you'd pay at central Tokyo addresses.

Himitsu Do sits higher at JPY 2,000–2,999, positioning as a premium bakery with more elaborate presentations and trendier formats. If you're looking for Instagram-friendly pastries or willing to spend double, Himitsu Do delivers a different experience. For straightforward French loaves and viennoiserie at neighborhood prices, Ianak is the better choice, especially if you're already in Nishi-Nippori or the Yanaka area. If you're based in Shibuya or Roppongi, the 30–40 minute commute tilts the value equation back toward closer Tabelog 100 bakeries in those districts.

Booking difficulty is minimal; walk-ins work for most visitors, though weekday advance orders are available if you need guaranteed stock. Compared to central Tokyo bakeries where tourists queue for an hour, Ianak's residential location and local customer base keep lines short. The tradeoff is no seating and limited hours (closed Monday and Tuesday), so plan accordingly if you want a morning stop before exploring the Yanaka temple district or Ueno Park.