Tokyo has many great crepe shops! You can enjoy French-style crepes, Japanese-style crepes, and big, sweet crepes with lots of toppings. Here are six of the best Tokyo crepe shops!
1. Tabane noshi – Japanese-Style Crepes
- Crepes with traditional Japanese flavors
- Matcha, black sugar, and other unique toppings
- A calm café where you can relax and enjoy a Tokyo crepe
Recommended Menu: Kakegawa Matcha Brûlée Crepe
This crepe has a rich matcha cream and a caramelized sugar topping.
📍 Location: 5-minute walk from Asakusa Station
💰 Price: About ¥900 JPY~ ($6 USD~)
🌐 Official Website: Tabane no Shi
2. Gelato Pique Café – Elegant French Crepes
- Traditional French crepes
- Located inside a shopping mall
- Limited seasonal menu available
Recommended Menu: Classic Butter Sugar Crepe
A simple, elegant crepe with butter and light sweetness, typical of a Tokyo crepe shop.
📍 Location: Omotesando Hills Main Building B2F
💰 Price: About ¥800 JPY~ ($6 USD~)
🌐 Official Website: Pique Café
3. PARLA – Luxury Crepes for Adults
- Crepes made with high-quality ingredients
- Unique flavors like truffle and champagne
- A small stand for quick takeaway of your Tokyo crepe
Recommended Menu: Rum Raisin Crepe
A rich crepe with sweet and fragrant rum raisins.
📍 Location: 5-minute walk from Harajuku Station
💰 Price: About ¥1,500 JPY~ ($10 USD~)
🌐 Official Website: PARLA
4. Santa Monica Crepes – Harajuku’s Famous Crepe Shop
- Large, filling crepes with lots of toppings
- Fresh fruit and ice cream options
- A long-time favorite in Takeshita Street for Tokyo crepes
Recommended Menu: Strawberry Chocolate Whipped Cream Crepe
A sweet crepe with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and chocolate sauce.
📍 Location: 3-minute walk from Harajuku Station
💰 Price: About ¥700 JPY~ ($5 USD~)
🌐 Official Website: Santa Monica Crepes
5. VIRON Shibuya – French Crepes and Bakery
- French-style crepes made with imported flour
- A stylish bakery café serving Tokyo crepes
- Enjoy crepes with fresh bread and coffee
Recommended Menu: Banana Chocolate Crepe
A soft crepe with banana and rich chocolate sauce.
📍 Location: 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station
💰 Price: About ¥1,000 JPY~ ($7 USD~)
🌐 Official Website: VIRON Shibuya
6. Kotobuki Seian – A Traditional-Style Crepe Café
- Crepes made with Japanese ingredients
- A quiet and relaxing atmosphere
- A great stop during sightseeing and a break over a Tokyo crepe
Recommended Menu: Black Sugar Kinako Crepe
A Japanese-style crepe with roasted soybean flour and sweet black sugar.
📍 Location: 5-minute walk from Asakusa Station
💰 Price: About ¥900 JPY~ ($6 USD~)
🌐 Official Website: Kotobuki Seian
FAQ
Crepes originated in France, a country famous for its desserts and pastries.
Crepes are made from a thin batter of flour, milk, and eggs. They are cooked on a flat pan and filled with whipped cream, fruits, chocolate, and other toppings.
Matcha has a strong, rich flavor with a balance of bitterness, umami, and sweetness. Many people enjoy its unique taste, but some find it too bitter or powdery. In Japan, nearly 30% of people do not like matcha because of its strong bitterness and texture.