Ginza Gourmet] BISTRO J_O Thoroughly Dissected until March 15, 2025! A famous restaurant full of Goro Inagaki's specialties

Located on the 9th floor of the Ginza Velvia building in the heart of Ginza, BISTRO J_O is a much talked about bistro directed by former SMAP member Goro Inagaki.Since its opening on October 4, 2019, it has attracted many foodies and fans, and on the same floor is **Shingo Katori Produced by J_O CAFE** is also located on the same floor.

However, suchBISTRO J_O" will close its Ginza location on March 15, 2025 and reopen in Harajuku next spring.The restaurant is now open. This special space, which has provided a unique dining experience for the past five years, will only be available in Ginza for a short time.

In this article, we reintroduce the charm of **"BISTRO J_O", its cuisine, space design, and Goro Inagaki's commitment** that you should definitely visit before it closes. Now is the time to visit so that you do not miss your last moment in Ginza.

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▼ What this article reveals

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BISTRO J_O｜Concept and Space Design

HITO-RI-EAT" - a special space where you can enjoy yourself

The theme of BISTRO J_O is **"HITO-RI-EAT "**. The restaurant is designed to be easily enjoyed even by a single person, and is suitable for a variety of situations, from special seats by the window to private rooms for groups.

Inside the storeSophisticated design based on purpleWorld-class art designer atMs. Momoko Nakamurais working on this project. Also,Works by young artists selected by Shingo Katoriis on display,A one-of-a-kind fusion of art and foodThe first two are the following.

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BISTRO J_O｜Cuisine and Menu

BISTRO J_O's menu is based on French cuisine, but incorporates creative Italian and Japanese elements. For example, the menu offers dishes such as "Macchiato of long-handled shrimps with basil sauce" and "Charcoal-grilled roast beef with two different sauces," which are arranged from Inagaki's former dishes presented at "BISTRO SMAP.

It is designed to allow the eater to enjoy different flavors within a dish. By changing the timing and combination of sauces and toppings, the taste of the dish can be changed and enjoyed without getting bored until the very end. These innovations reflect Goro Inagaki's desire to make dining a special experience.

Three types of lunch menu

menu	Price	Contents
J_O LUNCH	2,800 yen	Soup, salad, main dish, 2 desserts, drink
SPECIAL LUNCH	4,000 yen	More luxurious special lunch
HITO-RI-EAT	3,800 yen	Special course for one person

Three types of dinner menu

menu	Price	Contents
J_O DINNER	5,500 yen	Soup, salad, pizza, pasta, main dish, 3 desserts, drink
BISTRO J_O SPECIAL DINNER	8,500 yen	Luxury course with one more main dish added

Popular Menu at BISTRO J_O

At BISTRO J_O in Ginza, the cuisine directed by Goro Inagaki attracts many people. Among the most popular dishes on the menu are the following.

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1. macchiato long-handled shrimp with basil sauce

This dish is a recreation of a memorable dish that Goro Inagaki made when he visited Italy for the "BISTRO SMAP" corner of "SMAP x SMAP". Semi-dried tomatoes are added to the oil-based ario aurio, accentuated by the acidity of the tomatoes. Furthermore, the basil Genovese sauce is mixed in midway through the dish, allowing the taste to be varied and enjoyed. This dish has been well received by many fans as a dish that is full of Inagaki's cooking philosophy and experience in the program.

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2. char-grilled roast beef with two sauces

This popular menu item is also an adaptation of a dish served at BISTRO SMAP. Two types of sauces are offered: a soy sauce-based sweet and spicy Japanese-style sauce and a sour Western-style sauce made with white wine vinegar, which can be mixed to create a new taste experience. The sauce, which is a perfect blend of sweet and sour, is a perfect match for the savory char-grilled roast beef.

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3. roll cake with condensed milk and seasonal fruits

One of the most popular desserts is the roll cake. The sweet cream with plenty of condensed milk and the sour seasonal fruit combine perfectly to make a satisfying after-dinner experience even more satisfying. This dessert is an adaptation of a dessert created by Shingo Katori at BISTRO SMAP, which shows the attention to detail not only in the food but also in the dessert.

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BISTRO J_O｜Our Commitment to Wine and Pairings

The wine list carefully selected by Mr. Inagaki is another attraction of BISTRO J_O. The lineup was chosen after tasting more than 100 different wines, allowing diners to enjoy pairings to match their food. More than 10 types of wines by the glass are available for casual enjoyment.

Wine Pairing Features

• Wide variety of wines by the glass
• Suggesting the best wine for each dish
• A lineup that even wine novices can enjoy

Another major attraction of BISTRO J_O is that you can fully enjoy the marriage of food and wine.

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BISTRO J_O｜Cooperation with "J_O CAFE

J_O CAFE**, produced by **Shingo Katori**, is located on the same floor.

What you can enjoy at J_O CAFE

• Latte art supervised by Junichi Yamaguchi, winner of the World Latte Art Competition
• Mini Creamy Buns", a collaboration product with Hattendo

The open café space with natural light allows you to spend a relaxing after-dinner moment.

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Goro Inagaki's Cooking Philosophy

1. continuing the tradition of "BISTRO SMAP

The dishes served at "BISTRO SMAP" from the once popular program "SMAP x SMAP" have been arranged and incorporated into the menu at "BISTRO J_O".

Concept of HITO-RI-EAT

."Everyone can choose their favorite dish of the day.The **"HITO-RI-EAT" course**, which can be enjoyed by a single person, emphasizes the freedom of the "HITO-RI-EAT" course.

3. menus that take advantage of regional and seasonal characteristics

We value "enjoying foods that can only be eaten in the region,Menus that make the most of seasonal ingredientsdevelopment.

4. "Providing smiles through food."

Not only the food,Special attention to space design and service to create a special time.The following is a list of the most common problems with the

Summary｜Have a special moment at "BISTRO J_O" in Ginza

BISTRO J_O" is not just a bistro,Where Goro Inagaki's culinary philosophy and Shingo Katori's artistic sense combine to create a special experience.It is a Enjoy a luxurious time in a sophisticated space where you can enjoy creative cuisine that makes the most of French techniques and carefully selected wine pairings.

However,This Ginza experience is available until March 15, 2025.The following is a list of the most common problems with theThis is a rare opportunity to taste the current state of "BISTRO J_O" as it moves toward a new stage of reopening. Please come and enjoy the last dish to your heart's content in this special space.Advance reservations are recommended, so please check back soon!

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