Edition Koji Shimomura
French · Minato, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Butter-Free French Precision
Price
$200–300per person
Chef
Koji Shimomura
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Chef Koji Shimomura's 28-seat Roppongi French restaurant trades butter and cream for seasonal Japanese vegetables, earning Tabelog Bronze and a spot on Tokyo's French Top 100. Counter seats offer real-time plating views; private rooms suit small groups. Book for lighter, vegetable-driven tasting menus at JPY 30,000–39,999 dinner, JPY 15,000–19,999 lunch.
About Edition Koji Shimomura
Edition Koji Shimomura is a French restaurant in Tokyo led by chef-owner Koji Shimomura. The cuisine is French, the dress code is smart casual, and service runs daily from 12–3 pm and 6–10 pm.
The clearest reason to consider Edition Koji Shimomura is its combination of French cuisine and a Tokyo setting under Shimomura's name. Relevant alternatives in the wider guide may include Sugalabo and L'aube, but Edition Koji Shimomura should be evaluated on its identity: French cooking in Tokyo from chef-owner Koji Shimomura.
What
Edition Koji Shimomura serves French cuisine in Tokyo and lists both midday and evening hours every day: 12–3 pm and 6–10 pm.
Booking Logistics
The confirmed dress code is smart casual, and the confirmed hours are Monday through Sunday, 12–3 pm and 6–10 pm.
Edition Koji Shimomura is a Tokyo French restaurant from chef-owner Koji Shimomura with smart-casual dress and daily midday and evening hours. Diners comparing other premium options can also look at Unis or Takazawa, or browse other dining in Tokyo more generally.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–3 pm, 6–10 pm · Tuesday: 12–3 pm, 6–10 pm
- Location
- Japan, 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 3 Chome−1−1 1F
- Reservations
- Book on TableCheck
- Website
- koji-shimomura.jp
- Phone
- +81 3-5549-4562
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Edition Koji Shimomura occupies a quietly thoughtful corner of Roppongi; the 28-seat room favors considered restraint over theatrical design. Sofa seating and a compact layout create a composed, low-key atmosphere where the focus is on the food rather than spectacle. Private rooms for two to six guests offer a contained, discreet option for small groups. The space reads minimal and refined, tipping toward silence and subtlety rather than buzz; it rewards diners who seek an understated, intimate experience in a quieter part of the neighborhood rather than the gallery-heavy center.
Best For
This is a destination for people who prioritize a meticulously edited French menu and seasonal precision. The kitchen explicitly frames recipes as working documents, perpetually refined to foreground ingredient aroma and natural flavor rather than classical richness, so the dining experience shifts with the seasons and the chef's adjustments. Given its scale, reputation and menu ambition, Edition Koji Shimomura is well suited to special occasions, date nights and business dinners where the food is the centerpiece. Its proximity to Roppongi Itchome Station makes it an easy, discreet stop for a memorable evening.
Ordering Tips
Seats are limited and the restaurant is compact, so reservations are advisable: especially if you want one of the private rooms that accommodate two to six guests. The menu is fluid and seasonally edited, so ask staff about the current 'Edition' and which dishes reflect recent changes. Expect preparations that emphasize ingredient aroma and lighter technique rather than heavy butter or cream sauces; allow the team to guide you through what is fresh and newly revised. The restaurant’s layout and sofa seating encourage a relaxed but focused dining pace; large groups are not a natural fit.
Venue details
Ambiance
Tastefully decorated with colorful table settings in a refined, understated space located within an office building; elegant but not uptight, with spacious seating and a relaxing atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Extended Experience
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Fusion
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu, Set menu
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- Poached Oysters with Sea Water Jelly and Citrus
- Iberico Pork
- Uni Pudding
- Cocoa Variations
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 3 Chome−1−1 1F
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–3 pm, 6–10 pm
- Tuesday
- 12–3 pm, 6–10 pm
- Wednesday
- 12–3 pm, 6–10 pm
- Thursday
- 12–3 pm, 6–10 pm
- Friday
- 12–3 pm, 6–10 pm
- Saturday
- 12–3 pm, 6–10 pm
- Sunday
- 12–3 pm, 6–10 pm
Location
Japan, 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 3 Chome−1−1 1F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- L'aube, French, ¥¥¥
- COMME À LA MAISON, French, ¥¥
- Sugalabo, French, French
- Takazawa, French, French
- Unis, French, French
Restaurant context
Edition Koji Shimomura occupies a lighter, more vegetable-forward position than L'aube (¥¥¥) or Sugalabo, both of which lean into richer French techniques. At JPY 30,000–39,999 for dinner, Shimomura's pricing undercuts Sugalabo but exceeds COMME À LA MAISON (¥¥), which delivers bistro-style French in a more casual format. For diners seeking vegetable-centric tasting menus with minimal cream, Shimomura offers the most refined execution in this price tier. Those who want classic French indulgence, foie gras, butter-mounted sauces, should book L'aube or Takazawa instead.
Booking difficulty here sits below Sugalabo (notoriously hard) and roughly equal to Unis. Two-week lead time secures most weekend slots; weekday lunch is slightly easier. The counter experience adds value that the private rooms lack, watching Shimomura plate each course clarifies the technique behind the stripped-down presentation. COMME À LA MAISON offers better value for casual French dining, but Edition Koji Shimomura justifies its premium if you prioritize seasonal Japanese produce over traditional French richness. For splurge-worthy French with more indulgent flavors, Takazawa or L'aube deliver stronger returns at similar or slightly higher price points.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edition Koji Shimomura good for solo dining?
Edition Koji Shimomura is a French restaurant in Tokyo, led by chef-owner Koji Shimomura, with hours listed daily from 12–3 pm and 6–10 pm.
Is Edition Koji Shimomura good for a special occasion?
The confirmed dress code is smart casual, so plan accordingly and ask the restaurant directly about occasion requests.
What are alternatives to Edition Koji Shimomura in Tokyo?
For other premium dining comparisons, consider L'aube, Sugalabo, COMME À LA MAISON, Unis, or Takazawa.
