l'élan

The round logo on the tabletop menu encapsulates the chef’s vision. The varying thickness of the line suggests contrasts between sharp and subtle flavours; the circle declares that the entire prix fixe menu expresses the cuisine as a whole. Sauces and cooking focus on the classic; the fascination with ingredients is a trait cultivated during the chef’s apprenticeship in France. The combination of the chef’s learned skills and passion for cuisine gives rise to a style all his own.

Urban Beekeeping on Tokyo Rooftops

• Since 2021, l’élan runs urban beekeeping on the Gyre rooftop and at the French Embassy, expanding to Yamanashi in 2023; honey harvested is served with fromagerie and cheese pairing, reflecting environmental awareness and seasonal honey textures.

Michelin Prestige for l’élan and bonélan

• In Michelin Guide Tokyo 2025, l’élan is awarded 1 étoile (one star) while sister venue bonélan is listed as a Selected restaurant, illustrating the brand's dual Michelin recognition.

The Round Logo: A Visual Manifestation of the Chef’s Vision

• Michelin notes that the round logo on the tabletop menu encapsulates the chef’s vision, with varying line thickness representing contrasts between sharp and subtle flavors and signaling that the prix fixe menu embodies the cuisine as a whole.

Signature Ingredients

• 蜂蜜（都市型養蜂由来）: l’élan では都心で蜂蜜を採る都市型養蜂プロジェクトを展開。GYRE の屋上とフランス大使館で養蜂を行い、2023年より山梨でも養蜂を拡大。採蜜した蜂蜜はフロマージュとともに提供され、春にはとろりとした甘さ、秋にはシャリッとした質感の蜂蜜が楽しめる。季節によって風味が変わる蜜は、クラシックなフレンチ技法と日本産食材の融合を象徴する、l’élan のサステナブルで独自の味覚体験の核となる。