Vegan and Vegetarian-Friendly Spots

The Vegan-Friendly Restaurants in Northern Osaka Prefecture

If you plan to fly into or out of Osaka’s Isetan Airport or explore Northern Osaka (including the Cup Noodles Museum Osaka Ikeda (カップヌードルミュージアム 大阪池田)), there are a couple of restaurants you can visit for lunch or dinner. Not only are there a variety of cuisines for you to choose from, but a few even […]

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The Top Vegan Restaurants in Southern Osaka Prefecture

Finding a restaurant serving nice vegan or vegetarian food might seem despairing if you are in the cities within Southern Osaka Prefecture near Kansai Airport. But don’t give up so quickly. There are a few completely vegan places that you can visit! So refer to the below list (^_-)-☆.

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OKO Fun Okonomiyaki Bar: Osaka’s Most Lively Vegan Place

Looking for vegan or vegetarian food in Japan? Visit OKO Fun Okonomiyaki Bar (遊べるお好み焼き屋 OKO) in Osaka for gluten-free and vegan Okonomiyaki pancakes and other Japanese vegetarian food. The vegan-friendly hidden gem is in the busy Namba area. Although the owner, Shiho, runs the entire place by herself, she does an amazing job ensuring that

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Manpuku-ji Temple and Its Amazing Vegan Fucha Ryōri

Byōdō-in (平等院) isn’t the only temple you can visit in Uji. Two stations away from Uji Station, Manpuku-ji (萬福寺), close to JR Ōbaku Station (黄檗駅), is a less-known but magnificent and culturally rich religious facility that has 23 Important National Cultural Properties. The temple is the head temple of Japan’s Three Great Zen Schools, Ōbakushū

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The Best Guide to Kanga-an and Its Amazing Fucha Ryōri

You have probably heard of Shojin Ryōri, commonly found in Japanese temples. But how about Fucha Ryōri (普茶料理)? Fucha Ryōri is Shojin Ryōri introduced from China, so while they are both monk cuisines, the style slightly differs. Instead of having one plate per dish per person, Fucha Ryōri’s dishes are usually shared between 4 people.

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The Must-Try Eateries and Street Food in Shima Onsen

Although Shima Onsen in Gunma Prefecture isn’t known to be a spot for fancy food, it has a couple of cafes, restaurants, and street food you need to try out during your visit. Some are traditional snacks or sweets unique to the area, and others are just delicious as fresh ingredients sourced locally are used,

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The Best Vegetarian-Friendly Cafes Around Inokashira Park

Inokashira Park in Kichijōji is a great urban park to enjoy nature. You can easily spend a couple of hours in this vast park. But the longer you stay there, the emptier your stomach will get. Many locals or travelers would grab a picnic mat and food to picnic on the park’s lawn or benches.

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The Recommended Cafes and Restaurants in Nanukamachi

Aizu-Wakamatsu is Aizu region‘s biggest city. Besides the area where Aizu-Wakamatsu Castle is located, Nanukamachi nearby is also worth checking out. Once a lively area until the late 19th century, the town preserves the historical vibe. In addition to shopping for local specialties and taking photos, it has a couple of cafes and restaurants perfect

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