Lionel Beccat of Two MICHELIN Stars ESqUISSE Shares His Favorite Parts of Tokyo

"Simply put, this is my favourite bakery in Tokyo, where I go shopping for things to eat at home with my family; since everything here is absolutely delicious, I just choose from whatever is still available. Located just outside the exit of Kuhonbutsu Station on the Tokyu Oimachi Line, this local Setagaya spot has a stylish interior where you can look across the kitchen at skilled artisans kneading dough, and it showcases a diverse range from French standards like baguettes and noix raisin to Japanese favourites like cream pan and melon pan. I like their Danish pastries, the pain au chocolat is my son’s standard breakfast, and the campagne is delicious when cut thinly and topped with butter and plenty of jam; getting recommendations from the staff and searching for a new favourite is part of the fun." - Wakana Kubo