5 Best Japanese Cuisine Restaurants in Tokyo for Vegetarians

Tokyo is a city where culinary traditions meet modern innovations, making it a paradise for food lovers. With an increasing number of vegetarian visitors, Tokyo now offers plenty of options for enjoying authentic Japanese cuisine tailored to plant-based diets. Here are five restaurants where vegetarians can savor the essence of Japanese food.

1. Sougo

  • Location: Roppongi
  • Highlights:
    Sougo offers modern Shojin Ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine) that beautifully combines tradition and creativity. Using seasonal ingredients, their dishes deliver an exquisite experience for the palate and eyes alike.
  • Business Hours
    • Lunch: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Last entry at 2:00 PM)
    • Dinner: 5:30 PM – 11:00 PM (Last entry at 9:30 PM)
  • Closed: Sundays and public holidays
  • Price Range
    • Lunch: ¥2,000 – ¥2,999
    • Dinner: ¥15,000 – ¥19,999
  • Official HP: https://www.sougo.tokyo/menu.html

 *Business hours, menus, and prices are subject to change. Please check the official website or contacting the restaurant for confirmation.

Photo: Sougo Official HP

2. Ain Soph. Journey

  • Location: Shinjuku
  • Highlights:
    This vegan-friendly restaurant is part of the Ain Soph. chain, known for its creative and satisfying plant-based dishes. Journey offers traditional Japanese tempura and desserts that delight vegetarians and vegans alike.
  • Business Hours
    • Weekday Hours
      • Lunch
        • 11:30 – 16:00 (L.O. 15:00)
    • Dinner
      • 18:00 – 21:30 (L.O. 20:30)
  • Weekend & Holiday Hours
    • Lunch
      • 11:30 – 17:00 (L.O. 16:00)
    • Dinner
      • 18:00 – 21:30 (L.O. 20:30)
  • Closed: Irregular holidays
  • Price Range
  • Lunch: ¥1,000~¥1,999
  • Dinner: ¥4,000~¥4,999
  • Official HP: https://www.ain-soph.jp/

 *Business hours, menus, and prices are subject to change. Please check the official website or contacting the restaurant for confirmation.


3. Kiboko

  • Location: Shinjuku
  • Highlights:
    This cozy and welcoming restaurant offers vegetarian dishes inspired by traditional Japanese home cooking. Their set meals, featuring seasonal vegetables and tofu, are a treat for the health-conscious diner.
  • Business Hours
    • Lunch: 12:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    • Dinner: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Closed: Monday, Tuesday
  • Price Range: ¥3,000~¥3,999
  • Official HP: https://www.vegan-kiboko.com/

 *Business hours, menus, and prices are subject to change. Please check the official website or contacting the restaurant for confirmation.

Photo: Koboko Official HP

4. Shojin Ryori Daigo

  • Location: Kamiyacho
  • Highlights:
    A Michelin-starred restaurant offering exquisite Shojin Ryori. Daigo emphasizes the balance and harmony of flavors, using plant-based ingredients that reflect the spirit of Zen Buddhism.
  • Business Hours
  • Lunch: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Dinner: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Closed: Irregular holidays
  • Price Range
    • Lunch: ¥15,000~¥19,999
    • Dinner: ¥20,000~¥29,999
  • Official HP: https://www.atago-daigo.jp/

 *Business hours, menus, and prices are subject to change. Please check the official website or contacting the restaurant for confirmation.

Photo: Daigo Official HP

5. Saido

  • Location: Jiyugaoka
  • Highlights:
    Ranked as one of the world’s top vegan restaurants, Saido reinvents Japanese classics like sushi and tempura using only plant-based ingredients. The presentation and taste are top-notch, making it a must-visit for food lovers.
  • Business Hours
  • Lunch: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM (LO 2:00 PM)
  • Dinner: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (LO 1:00 PM)
  • Closed: Wednesday
  • Price Range
    • Lunch: ¥2,000~¥2,999
    • Dinner: ¥5,000~¥5,999
  • Official HP: https://saido.tokyo/

*Business hours, menus, and prices are subject to change. Please check the official website or contacting the restaurant for confirmation.

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