09 June 2026
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First published in 2007, MICHELIN Guide Tokyo 2008 drew global attention as the first MICHELIN Guide in Asia and marked a defining moment in bringing the appeal and value of Japanese food culture, especially washoku, to the world.
Since then, the MICHELIN Guide has continued to spotlight the richness of Japan’s culinary landscape, the extraordinary talent of its chefs and the traditions rooted in each region.
In 2027, as the MICHELIN Guide celebrates 20 years in Japan, the selections for Tokyo, Kyoto-Osaka and Nara will be unveiled together for the first time in Japan. From Tokyo, the city with the most Stars in the world, the Guide will share the appeal of Japanese food culture with the world.
Three 2027 Selections to Be Released on Feb. 16, 2027
On the day of the announcement, the 2027 selections for MICHELIN Guide Tokyo, Kyoto-Osaka and Nara will be released on the official MICHELIN Guide website and app.
Details of the Stars, Bib Gourmand restaurants and selected restaurants in each selection will be revealed after the announcement. This will be the first time in Japan that selections previously announced by region will be unveiled together.
20 Years Since the First MICHELIN Guide in Asia
Since the publication of MICHELIN Guide Tokyo 2008, the MICHELIN Guide has introduced Japanese gastronomy to audiences in Japan and around the world.
Washoku has earned admiration around the world for its refined techniques, depth of flavor and elegant expression of the seasons. The passion and craftsmanship of Japanese chefs, together with food cultures deeply rooted in local communities, continue to inspire people everywhere.
This simultaneous announcement marks a new step in spotlighting the rich culinary character of Japan and its regions.
A New Announcement Format for the MICHELIN Guide
In recent years, the MICHELIN Guide has increasingly adopted formats that bring multiple cities or regions together.
In Japan, this format will be adopted in the milestone year of the Guide’s 20th anniversary, bringing together the selections for Tokyo, Kyoto-Osaka and Nara.
Gwendal Poullennec on the MICHELIN Guide’s 20 Years in Japan and the Simultaneous Announcement
Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guides, commented:
“The MICHELIN Guide’s 20-year journey in Japan has been profoundly significant for global gastronomy. By embracing Japan’s restaurants and food culture beyond its Western culinary origins, the Guide opened an important new chapter in its international development. Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka continue to rank among the world’s great destinations for MICHELIN-Starred dining, each with a distinctive and remarkable culinary identity.
At the same time, washoku has earned admiration around the world for its refined techniques, depth of flavor and elegant expression of the seasons. The passion and craftsmanship of Japanese chefs, together with food cultures deeply rooted in local communities, continue to inspire people everywhere. In recent years, the MICHELIN Guide has increasingly adopted formats that bring multiple cities or regions together. By unveiling the selections for Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Nara at the same time, we hope to create even greater anticipation and discovery among food lovers in Japan and around the world, while casting a brighter light on the rich culinary character of each region.”
Revisit the Current Selections
Explore the current selections and related articles for MICHELIN Guide Tokyo, Kyoto-Osaka and Nara below.Tokyo
- MICHELIN Guide Tokyo 2026 Selection Highlights
- New Bib Gourmand Restaurants in MICHELIN Guide Tokyo 2026
- Inspectors’ Favorite Dishes: 7 Must-Try Picks From The MICHELIN Guide Tokyo 2026
Kyoto | Osaka
- MICHELIN Guide Kyoto Osaka 2026 Selection Highlights
- New Bib Gourmand Restaurants in MICHELIN Guide Kyoto-Osaka 2026
- Inspectors’ Favorite Dishes in Kyoto-Osaka 2026
Nara
Related Content After the Announcement
Following the announcement of the MICHELIN Guide Tokyo, Kyoto-Osaka and Nara 2027 selections, related content will be published progressively on the MICHELIN Guide website.
Planned content includes:
- Selection highlights
- New Starred restaurants
- New Bib Gourmand restaurants
- Special Awards
- Inspector-led features and related articles
This article is based on information confirmed at the time of publication. New articles will be added and updated progressively after the announcement.
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The MICHELIN Guide hotel selection
Among them, MICHELIN Keys recognize hotels of exceptional quality, much like MICHELIN Stars do for restaurants. Travelers can browse the curated selection, make reservations directly, and save favorites for future trips.
Beyond restaurants, The MICHELIN Guide features a global hotel selection of more than 7,000 properties, chosen for their style, service and personality.
The MICHELIN Guide official app
The MICHELIN Guide app helps travelers discover restaurants and hotels, plan trips and revisit memorable experiences at every stage of their journey.
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