Paris continues to evolve in its own way, sniffing out the times. With a "don't chase those who leave, choose those who come" attitude, the city embraces new trends flexibly while never forgetting the nostalgia of the good old days. In "4 Days in Paris," local writer Elie Inoué introduces ways to spend your time in Paris, experiencing fashion, food, art, and culture!
>>[4 Days in Paris] DAY 1: Return to the Marais, the epicenter of the latest trends, where you'll discover something new every time you visit.
>>[4 Days in Paris] DAY 2: Hone your sensibilities in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the crossroads of art and culture.
◇DAY3
10:00AM＠FRENCHIE TO GO
Opened by Gregory Marchand, a chef famous in Paris for his popular restaurants that are often booked up, FRENCHIE TO GO is a takeout-focused restaurant that is hugely popular with locals (there is an eat-in area inside, but it's so popular that it's often fully booked). The menu is hearty, with a focus on junk food like burgers and hot dogs! However, thanks to the high-quality meat, the food isn't too greasy and you can easily finish it all without feeling heavy. Be sure to check out the handsome chef and staff as well (lol).
12:00 AM @ Montmartre
Montmartre, located in the downtown area of Paris, is an area of cobblestone streets and lush greenery, with a warm atmosphere reminiscent of a small village in the south of France. It is also famous as the setting for the film "Amelie." Montmartre is the highest point in Paris, and from the Saint-Clair Basilica at the top you can get a panoramic view of the city. One way to enjoy the hill is to admire the paintings of artists, stop by shops, or just get lost in the narrow streets without unpacking a map. It's said that painters and waiters have lived here for a long time, and there are many genuine Parisians with a deep-rooted lifestyle, making it fascinating to just people-watch.
They are known as independentists, and for better or worse, they don't care about the opinions of those around them or the public's opinion, and they act according to their own heart. They assert what they want to say, and when they're in a bad mood, they can be cold towards customers. Because they are moody, there are many clashes and problems arise, but they're not vindictive, so they're often fine the next day.
In contrast to Japanese people, for whom it is important to respect the other person's feelings and sense the atmosphere, French people place a high value on being honest and unpretentious, and it is important to speak frankly and openly. You rarely feel kindness on first meeting, but once you find that your feelings and values match, they will welcome you with a warm and generous heart. Time passes slowly, and their unrestrained lifestyle and values are completely different from those of Tokyo, and somehow make you think about life and how to live it. Enjoy Montmartre in an elegant and relaxed manner, while also thinking about philosophy like the French do!
5:00 AM @ Grand Train
Grand Train, which opened this summer, was renovated from city-owned land that was once used as a subway and train depot and transformed into a hip facility lined with bars and restaurants. It also hosts many music events and has been featured in many local newspapers as the hottest place right now.
Until now, efforts like this to open up city-owned land and turn it into a facility for the public have been difficult under French law. However, a new law brought about by the Labour Party made it possible to create the Grand Train, and its success was greater than expected, and it is said to have had a "major impact at the government level." This is truly a place where you can feel the new wave of Paris firsthand.
>[4 days in Paris] DAY 4: On Sundays, when the whole city is in a quiet mode, enjoy the markets to your heart's content.
>>[4 Days in Paris] DAY 1: Return to the Marais, the epicenter of the latest trends, where you'll discover something new every time you visit.
>>[4 Days in Paris] DAY 2: Hone your sensibilities in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the crossroads of art and culture.
◇DAY3
10:00AM＠FRENCHIE TO GO
Opened by Gregory Marchand, a chef famous in Paris for his popular restaurants that are often booked up, FRENCHIE TO GO is a takeout-focused restaurant that is hugely popular with locals (there is an eat-in area inside, but it's so popular that it's often fully booked). The menu is hearty, with a focus on junk food like burgers and hot dogs! However, thanks to the high-quality meat, the food isn't too greasy and you can easily finish it all without feeling heavy. Be sure to check out the handsome chef and staff as well (lol).
12:00 AM @ Montmartre
Montmartre, located in the downtown area of Paris, is an area of cobblestone streets and lush greenery, with a warm atmosphere reminiscent of a small village in the south of France. It is also famous as the setting for the film "Amelie." Montmartre is the highest point in Paris, and from the Saint-Clair Basilica at the top you can get a panoramic view of the city. One way to enjoy the hill is to admire the paintings of artists, stop by shops, or just get lost in the narrow streets without unpacking a map. It's said that painters and waiters have lived here for a long time, and there are many genuine Parisians with a deep-rooted lifestyle, making it fascinating to just people-watch.
They are known as independentists, and for better or worse, they don't care about the opinions of those around them or the public's opinion, and they act according to their own heart. They assert what they want to say, and when they're in a bad mood, they can be cold towards customers. Because they are moody, there are many clashes and problems arise, but they're not vindictive, so they're often fine the next day.
In contrast to Japanese people, for whom it is important to respect the other person's feelings and sense the atmosphere, French people place a high value on being honest and unpretentious, and it is important to speak frankly and openly. You rarely feel kindness on first meeting, but once you find that your feelings and values match, they will welcome you with a warm and generous heart. Time passes slowly, and their unrestrained lifestyle and values are completely different from those of Tokyo, and somehow make you think about life and how to live it. Enjoy Montmartre in an elegant and relaxed manner, while also thinking about philosophy like the French do!
5:00 AM @ Grand Train
Grand Train, which opened this summer, was renovated from city-owned land that was once used as a subway and train depot and transformed into a hip facility lined with bars and restaurants. It also hosts many music events and has been featured in many local newspapers as the hottest place right now.
Until now, efforts like this to open up city-owned land and turn it into a facility for the public have been difficult under French law. However, a new law brought about by the Labour Party made it possible to create the Grand Train, and its success was greater than expected, and it is said to have had a "major impact at the government level." This is truly a place where you can feel the new wave of Paris firsthand.
>[4 days in Paris] DAY 4: On Sundays, when the whole city is in a quiet mode, enjoy the markets to your heart's content.
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