Mihoko's 21 Grams

Mihoko’s 21 Grams is a unique restaurant located in the heart of the Flatiron District that brings together the best of French and Japanese cultures and cuisines. The restaurant showcases innovative Franco-Japonaise cuisine, which blends Japanese ingredients with the modern methods of French cooking. Founder and owner Mihoko Kiyokawa,Ph.D. incorporates her diverse background as a doctor of nutrition, costume designer, classically trained ballerina, philanthropist and art collector to create a distinct dining experience that aims not only to stimulate the five senses but also the soul.

It is said that 21 Grams is the weight of the spirit or soul. The restaurant reintegrates Franco-Japonaise cuisine into modern dining, a style first popularized in the 19th century as Japan and Europe saw the rise of cosmopolitanism that allowed all classes to enjoy the flourishing food culture. The innovative menu is derived from the essence of contemporary French fare and the precision of Japanese cuisine.