Bamiyan
バーミヤン
La cuisine chinoise familiale et moderne depuis 1986
Overview
Bamiyan (バーミヤン) is a modern Chinese cuisine chain belonging to the Skylark Holdings group, which also owns Gusto and Jonathan's. Founded in 1986, Bamiyan has over 320 restaurants in Japan and is distinguished by its family-friendly approach, affordable prices, and technological innovation. The chain is a pioneer in service robots in Japan.
🤖 Innovation & Modernity
- • Serving robots - "Bamiyan-kun" delivers dishes
- • Touch ordering - Tablets on every table
- • Efficient delivery - Fast and accurate service
- • Transparent prices - Clear menu, no surprises
🏢 Skylark Group
Belonging to the powerful Skylark Holdings group, Bamiyan benefits from optimized logistics and constant R&D investments. This affiliation allows it to maintain competitive prices while offering cutting-edge technological innovations, such as the serving robots deployed in most restaurants.
👨👩👧👦 Family Positioning
Bamiyan specifically targets Japanese families with children, offering a colorful and playful environment, attractive children's menus, and prices that allow families to eat out regularly. Restaurants are designed to accommodate strollers and high chairs.
🍜 Adapted Chinese Cuisine
Bamiyan's menu offers Chinese cuisine adapted to Japanese tastes, less spicy and milder than the original. This approach allows Japanese children to be introduced to Chinese cuisine while satisfying adults looking for authentic but accessible flavors.
🚀 Technology at Service
Bamiyan is a pioneer in automation in Japanese catering. In addition to serving robots, the chain experiments with artificial intelligence to optimize orders, reduce waiting times, and improve customer experience while controlling staff costs.
Family & Modern Menu
⭐ Bamiyan Specialties
| French Name | 日本語 | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gyoza Bamiyan (6 pièces) | バーミヤン餃子（6個） | Signature gyoza, thin and crispy wrapper | ¥380 |
| Special Fried Rice | 特製チャーハン | Fried rice with eggs and vegetables, homemade recipe | ¥680 |
| Bamiyan Ramen | バーミヤンラーメン | Signature ramen, rich and balanced broth | ¥580 |
| Lemon Chicken | 油淋鶏 | Fried chicken with lemon sauce, slightly tangy | ¥780 |
| Mild Mapo Tofu | マイルド麻婆豆腐 | Mild version for families | ¥650 |
🍽️ Main Dishes
| French Name | 日本語 | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porc sauce aigre-douce | 酢豚 | Revisited classic, balanced sauce | ¥880 |
| Beef with Onions | 牛肉と玉ねぎ炒め | Tender sliced beef, caramelized onions | ¥980 |
| Mild Chili Shrimp | 海老チリマイルド | Less spicy family version | ¥950 |
| Peking Duck | 北京ダック | Traditional duck, simplified service | ¥1,280 |
| Cashew Chicken | 鶏肉カシューナッツ炒め | Crispy stir-fry, delicate flavor | ¥780 |
🍜 Noodles & Soups
| French Name | 日本語 | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yakisoba familial | ファミリー焼きそば | Large portion for sharing | ¥680 |
| Vegetable Ramen | 野菜ラーメン | Light broth, crispy vegetables | ¥650 |
| Mild Dan Dan Men | マイルド担々麺 | Sesame noodles, mild version | ¥780 |
| Wonton Soup | ワンタンスープ | Thin dumplings in clear broth | ¥580 |
| Chinese Udon | 中華うどん | Original Bamiyan fusion | ¥680 |
🧒 Kids Menu
Specially adapted: Kid-sized portions, mild flavors, and fun presentation with toys included.
Main Dishes
- • Mini Fried Rice - Colorful kid's version (¥450)
- • Small Gyoza - 3 adapted pieces (¥250)
- • Chinese Nuggets - Mild breaded chicken (¥380)
- • Plain Noodles - Plain Udon (¥350)
Kids Sets
- • Happy Set - Dish + drink + toy (¥680)
- • Discovery Set - Varied mini dishes (¥750)
- • Birthday Set - With special dessert (¥850)
- • Kids Drink Bar - All-you-can-drink (¥200)
🥤 Drinks & Drink Bar
Hot Drinks
- • Oolong Tea - ¥200
- • Jasmine Tea - ¥220
- • American Coffee - ¥250
- • Japanese Green Tea - ¥200
Cold Drinks
- • Iced Tea - ¥250
- • Cola - ¥280
- • Orange Juice - ¥300
- • Mineral Water - ¥200
Drink Bar
- • Adult Drink Bar - ¥350
- • Kids Drink Bar - ¥200
- • Over 30 drinks all-you-can-drink
- • Coffee, teas, sodas included
Technological Innovation
🤖 Bamiyan-kun: The Serving Robot
Bamiyan pioneered the introduction of serving robots in Japan. "Bamiyan-kun", the mascot robot, efficiently delivers dishes to tables and has become an attraction for children.
- • Autonomous Navigation - Moves independently between tables
- • Voice Recognition - Simple interaction with customers
- • Optimized Capacity - Carries multiple dishes simultaneously
- • Kids Attraction - Playful and friendly design
📱 Touch Ordering
- • Tablets on every table
- • Interactive menu with photos
- • Multi-language ordering
- • Direct payment at table
- • Integrated kids games
⚡ Optimized Efficiency
- • Reduced waiting times
- • Improved order accuracy
- • Automatic multi-language service
- • Preference customization
- • Customer data analysis
🚀 Continuous Innovation
Bamiyan continues to invest in technology to improve the customer experience: artificial intelligence to predict orders, optimization of kitchen workflows, and new forms of human-machine interaction. The chain serves as an innovation laboratory for the Skylark group.
Practical Family Guide
👨👩👧👦 Optimal Family Experience
- 1. Reservation via app or website recommended
- 2. Request table with tablet for children
- 3. Order via touch tablet (easy and fun)
- 4. Watch Bamiyan-kun robot arrive
- 5. Enjoy the drink bar to extend the moment
🎯 Typical Family Menu
- • Gyoza Bamiyan - For sharing (¥380)
- • Special Fried Rice - Main dish (¥680)
- • Happy Kids Set - Complete menu (¥680)
- • Family Drink Bar - All-you-can-drink (¥550)
- Total : ¥2,290 for a family of 3
🤖 Technological Experience
- • Touch tablet - Interactive ordering
- • Serving robot - Delivery by Bamiyan-kun
- • Kids games - On tablet while waiting
- • Digital payment - Contactless at table
- Duration: 1h-1h30 with children
💡 Practical Tips
- • Quiet hours - 2 PM - 5 PM to avoid crowds
- • Kids chairs - Available, ask upon arrival
- • Allergies - Detailed information on tablet
- • Parking - Generally free for families
- • Takeout - Takeout service available
Essential Information
💡 Tips for Families
🤖 Technological Innovations
🏮 Cultural Note
Bamiyan represents the Japanese vision of the future of dining: technology at the service of humanity, efficiency without losing conviviality, and innovation to democratize access to quality cuisine. The chain illustrates the unique Japanese approach blending Chinese culinary tradition and Japanese high-tech.