Japan boasts two museums devoted to the cartoonist Raymond Peynet, who created the famous lovers in 1942, immortalised by a postage stamp. Some of his Japanese admirers thus naturally chose the small village of Saint Valentin to celebrate February 14 in culinary style. Take a seat in the new stripped-back, contemporary interior, graced with the occasional poster or lithography by Peynet. The 100% Japanese white-jacketed brigade conjures up a subtle new take on modern Gallic fare, scattered with delicate Japanese notes. Fine wine list and insightful tips.