La Biographie, a beacon of gastronomy in Kyoto, celebrates the bounty of each season and has been awarded one Michelin star in 2011 by the Michelin Guide Kyoto-Osaka. Even after its relocation in 2021, it continues to shine with its one-star acclaim.

Chef Masahiro Takimoto, who mastered the essence of French cuisine at three-star establishments in Switzerland and France, now crafts his signature culinary expressions in Kyoto, the historic heart of Japan.

His expertise in delicate cooking techniques, like the 100-minute grilling of meats and careful preparation of vegetables, ensures the natural flavors and integrity of the ingredients are preserved. Dining at La Biographie offers a deeper connection to the Japanese spirit, and the quintessence of Kyoto.

The restaurant’s wine selection is curated with passion, centering on the chef’s favored French vintages and encompassing celebrated European wines, creating perfect pairings for an elevated dining experience.

On your visit to Kyoto, La Biographie invites you to a distinguished gastronomic journey unlike any other.

• Price Range:

  Lunch: USD 111.8 - USD 111.8
  Dinner: USD 189.73 - USD 260.88

• Dietary restrictions / Allergies:

  If you have any specific food allergies or ingredients you cannot consume, please inform us in advance. Unfortunately, we cannot accept reservations if there are ingredients that you cannot eat within a wide range.

• Arrival time:

  Please arrive 5 minutes before your reserved time to ensure a timely start of your meal. If you do not contact us and exceed your reservation time, it will be automatically canceled.

• Dress Code:

  Dress code is smart casual (Please refrain from wearing T-shirts, shorts, and sandals when you visit.)

• Children:

  Guests aged 12 and above are welcome.

• Others:

  We kindly ask for your consideration regarding excessive perfume or fabric softener fragrances.