
5 of the best vegan/vegetarian restaurants in Japan
If you are a vegan or vegetarian and visiting Japan, you don't have to rely on eating snacks or produce because of your dietary requirements. Surprisingly, there are quite a few different restaurants that feature mostly meatless and dairy free dishes. The following restaurants will give both vegetarians and vegans a variety of different food choices to enjoy while they are in Japan.
Milan Nataraj Shibuya In Tokyo
This buffet style restaurant has many different vegetarian and vegan options. Most of the items are vegan, but dishes that contain dairy, meat or eggs are labeled. There are also English menus available and the restaurant is conveniently located near the Shibuya station. There are so many different vegan and vegetarian dishes here that patrons often come hungry, but leave feeling stuffed.
Poe Poe In Yokohama
Almost everything at Poe Poe is vegan. The restaurant features many dishes that include pancakes, such as a veggie burger with pancakes used for a bun. The only non-vegan ingredient used is Manuka honey. In addition to the food there is also beer and wine available and juice from the raw juice bar.
Hinano In Sapporo
This buffet is part of a chain and is well known in Japan. While it isn't strictly vegetarian or vegan there are many different animal free offerings to choose from. Items that contain dairy, eggs, soy or meat are marked in Japanese. With the amount of items here it's certainly easy to find items to fit your dietary needs.
Little-Heaven In Kyoto
Just because you're a vegetarian it doesn't mean that you can't go to an upscale restaurant. Little-Heaven has a classy feel and three course meals. Dishes include vegetarian sushi, pizza with a variety of animal free toppings and seasonal vegetable options.
Le Coccole In Osaka
While small, this restaurant has a lot of options for diners. Dishes consist of those that are both vegan and organic. Those who eat a meat or dairy free diet can enjoy Japanese dishes without animal products in them. This allows tourists to enjoy Japanese cuisine without having to go against their dietary requirements. Favorites include Japanese curry and vegan strawberry cheesecake. Another perk is that there are english menus available for American tourists which allows them to know exactly what they are eating and to make sure they aren't consuming any items that have meat or dairy in them.