Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

Pain des Philosophes

Name: Pain des Philosophes
Address: 1-8 Higashigokencho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0813, Japan, Tokyo, JP
Telephone: +81 3-6874-5808

100Pearl Points

Kagurazaka Bread Stop

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Pain des Philosophes, Restaurant in Tokyo

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About Pain des Philosophes

A Tabelog Bread 100 Tokyo bakery (2020, 2022) in Kagurazaka, offering takeout-only artisan loaves and pastries under 999 JPY. Walk-up counter service with no reservations; arrives early on weekends for the full selection before sellout. Three minutes from Kagurazaka Station.

Pain des Philosophes is a Tokyo venue listed in the JPY 999 price bracket. Its verified opening hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 10 AM to 7 PM, with Monday closed. The available verified data is limited, so this guide keeps to confirmed basics rather than asserting unverified details about seating, reservations, payment methods, menu items, or service format.

The venue has a confirmed place on the Tabelog 100 Bread Tokyo list for 2022. That recognition makes it a useful stop to consider for travelers comparing bread-related venues in Tokyo, though the verified record here does not support claims about specific products, queues, sell-out times, or a fixed menu. Pearl-listed options and peers include Wine Shop Okukagurazaka Shoten and AKHA AMA COFFEE Kagurazaka.

The Bread Program and Tabelog Recognition

Pain des Philosophes appears in the Tabelog 100 Bread Tokyo 2022 selection. Beyond that confirmed recognition, the provided data does not verify a Tabelog score, ranking position, founding year, chef, signature item, or detailed bread lineup. Treat it as a Tokyo stop with a confirmed 2022 Tabelog Bread listing, not as a venue whose full menu or production style can be stated from the verified record.

For comparison within Pearl's Tokyo coverage, comparable venue venues include ラ・トゥーエル, ラトラス, 神楽坂ヴェーリ, AKHA AMA COFFEE Kagurazaka, Wine Shop Okukagurazaka Shoten. To compare Tokyo dining across price tiers, our full Tokyo restaurants guide covers budget to luxury.

When to Go and What to Expect

The verified schedule is straightforward: Pain des Philosophes is closed Monday and open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 10 AM to 7 PM. No verified data is available here for reservation policy, peak wait times, sell-out timing, seating, payment methods, or whether any items can be held in advance.

For planning, use the confirmed hours and price bracket as the reliable anchors. Solo visitors, couples, families, or groups should not assume seating, group accommodation, or a particular ordering format unless they confirm directly with the venue. If you want to build a broader Tokyo outing around it, Pearl-listed peers such as 神楽坂ヴェーリ, Wine Shop Okukagurazaka Shoten, AKHA AMA COFFEE Kagurazaka can be considered separately. For places to stay, see hotels in Tokyo, and for drinks-focused planning see Tokyo bars.

Specific transit distances, parking details, luggage storage, neighborhood directions are not verified in the available data. The confirmed location level is Tokyo, so plan routing with a current map before visiting.

For Tokyo's broader dining spectrum, compare Pain des Philosophes with other Tokyo dining generically rather than relying on unverified one-to-one claims. Pearl's Tokyo guides can help place it alongside other budget, mid-range, premium options without overstating details not present in the verified record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are alternatives to Pain des Philosophes in Tokyo?

Other Pearl-listed venues you may compare include ラトラス, ラ・トゥーエル, 神楽坂ヴェーリ, Wine Shop Okukagurazaka Shoten, AKHA AMA COFFEE Kagurazaka. The verified data here does not confirm that these are equivalent alternatives, so treat them as peer venues to research separately.

How far ahead should I book Pain des Philosophes?

The verified data does not state whether reservations are accepted. Confirm directly with the venue before planning around a booking. The confirmed hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 10 AM to 7 PM, with Monday closed.

What should I order at Pain des Philosophes?

No specific menu items or signature dishes are verified in the available data. Pain des Philosophes is recognized in the Tabelog 100 Bread Tokyo 2022 selection, but this guide cannot confirm a fixed lineup or recommended order.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Pain des Philosophes?

No tasting menu is verified for Pain des Philosophes. Based on the confirmed data, the reliable planning details are its Tokyo location, JPY 999 price bracket, hours, 2022 Tabelog 100 Bread Tokyo recognition.

Is Pain des Philosophes worth the price?

The verified price bracket is JPY 999. Whether it is worth a special trip depends on your interest in Tokyo bread-related venues and the value you place on its confirmed 2022 Tabelog 100 Bread Tokyo recognition.

Can Pain des Philosophes accommodate groups?

Group capacity, seating, ordering format are not verified in the available data. Groups should confirm directly with the venue before visiting, especially if they need seating or a specific service arrangement.

Is lunch or dinner better at Pain des Philosophes?

The verified data does not identify separate lunch or dinner service. The confirmed hours are 10 AM to 7 PM Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed, so plan within those hours and confirm current operations before going.

Location

1-8 Higashigokencho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0813, Japan

Tokyo, Japan

Also Consider

ラトラス, Notable alternative
AKHA AMA COFFEE Kagurazaka, - JPY 999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, - JPY 999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
ラ・トゥーエル, Notable alternative
神楽坂ヴェーリ, Notable alternative
Wine Shop Okukagurazaka Shoten, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999

Among Kagurazaka's Tabelog-recognized bakeries, Pain des Philosophes occupies the budget-accessible tier, under 999 JPY versus ラトラス and ラ・トゥーエル, which price croissants and specialty breads higher but offer more intricate lamination and European-style shaping. If you prioritize fermentation quality and clean flavor over Instagram-worthy presentation, the sub-999 JPY range here delivers better value than convenience-store bread without the 1,500+ JPY markup of luxury patisseries in Omotesando or Ginza.

For a sit-down experience with bread and coffee, AKHA AMA COFFEE Kagurazaka (999–1,999 JPY) provides table seating and espresso two blocks away, while Wine Shop Okukagurazaka Shoten (3,000–3,999 JPY) serves as an evening counterpart if you want wine and charcuterie after a morning bread run. 神楽坂ヴェーリ offers a more formal French meal with reservations, positioning it as a dinner destination rather than a quick takeout stop.

If you're comparing Tabelog Bread 100 shops across Tokyo, this Kagurazaka location ranks among the most convenient from Shinjuku and accepts IC card payment, which streamlines the transaction during morning rush. For travelers staying in central Tokyo, the walk-up format and weekday availability make it easier to fit into an itinerary than reservation-only bakeries in residential wards.