On Saturday, June 27, 2026, a new French restaurant, 'La Tradition,' will open in a prime location just one minute on foot from Toranomon Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. Chef Yuhei Kurita, who led 'Ginza Le Cinq' to a one-star rating in the Michelin Guide, will helm the kitchen, offering a new gastronomic experience that deeply respects traditional French cuisine while reconstructing it with contemporary sensibilities. ■ Concept: A Culinary Experience Where Tradition Meets Innovation 'La Tradition' aims not merely at the consumption of premium ingredients, but at delivering a cultural experience through food—one that creates lasting, memorable taste sensations. Yuhei Kurita, who honed his skills at renowned establishments such as 'FEU' in Nagoyaka and 'Ginza Le Cinq,' expresses his personal vision of 'tradition redefined for today.' The restaurant sources seasonal ingredients from producers across Japan and around the world, elevating classic French techniques into refined, light, and modern dishes. ■ Yuhei Kurita (Chef Profile) Born in Tokyo in 1979, Kurita trained at prominent restaurants in Tokyo before moving to France. After returning to Japan, he served as Deputy Executive Chef at 'FEU' in Nagoyaka for seven years, followed by the role of Executive Chef at 'Rotisserie Le Cinq.' In July 2020, he became the 8th Executive Chef of 'Ginza Le Cinq,' a historic grande maison leading Japan's French culinary scene. In 2023, he was appointed Group Executive Chef of the Le Cinq Group, maintaining its one-star rating in the Michelin Guide. In June 2026, he will launch 'La Tradition' as the culmination of his career. He is widely recognized for his ability to maximize the potential of exceptional ingredients from Japan and beyond using French culinary techniques. ■ Exquisite Hospitality Supervised by Takayoshi Shimonobu, First General Manager of 'Joël Robuchon' The service at 'La Tradition' will be supervised by Takayoshi Shimonobu, who served as the first General M