In recent years, vegan and plant-based eating has become more accessible—even in Japan, where traditional diets often center around fish and meat. Whether you’re living here or just traveling, it’s now easier than ever to find vegan-friendly meals at popular chain restaurants.
In this post, I’ve put together a list of 15 well-known chains in Japan offering plant-based options you can enjoy casually. From burgers and ramen to curry and donuts—there’s more out there than you might expect!
⚠️ Please note: While all items were confirmed to be vegan-friendly at the time of writing, recipes may change. Always double-check allergen info or ask staff directly when ordering—especially if you have dietary restrictions or allergies.
☕ Starbucks Japan
Starbucks has been expanding its plant-based lineup in Japan! Most items are labeled as “plant-based.” You can also customize any drink with soy, almond, or oat milk for an additional fee.
☕ Doutor Coffee
Look out for this sandwich:
- Whole grain sandwich Soy meat ~Beans & vegetables stewed in tomatoes~ (【全粒粉サンド】大豆のミート ～豆と野菜のトマト煮込み～)
They also offer some lattes made with soy milk, perfect for a dairy-free coffee break.
🍝 Saizeriya
While it’s not a vegan restaurant, Saizeriya has some accidental vegan-friendly items:
- Peperoncino
- Penne Arrabbiata
- French Fries
- Bread
- Salad
You may also be able to order certain vegetable pizzas without cheese. Menu items can vary by location, so please check allergen information before ordering.
Be sure to confirm at your local store, as menus and ingredients may vary.
🍛 Royal Host
Royal Host has a vegan-friendly menu item:
- Vegetable Curry with Multigrain Rice (NIKUVEGE ベジタブルカレー＆雑穀ごはん)
Please check for possible cross-contamination using allergen charts or consult staff.
🍛 CoCo Ichibanya
One of Japan’s go-to curry chains also caters to plant-based diners!
- Try the Vegetable Curry (ベジカレー)
- Top it with spinach, eggplant, mushrooms, and more.
Simple, flavorful, and filling.
🍕 Capricciosa
Capricciosa’s Italian menu includes dishes that can be made vegan upon request:
- Penne Arrabbiata (ask for no cheese)・ペンネアラビアータ
- Tomato & Garlic Spaghetti (no cheese)・トマトとニンニク
- “Capricciosa” Pizza (ask for no cheese)・カプリチョーザ
- Salads, potatoes, and more
Always confirm with staff or allergen guides before ordering.
🍜 Ippudo (Lumine Est Shinjuku Branch)
While Ippudo’s plant-based ramen is often offered as a limited-time menu item, it appears to be available year-round at the Lumine Est Shinjuku branch.
Ippudo’s plant-based ramen is available year-round at this location:
📍 8F, Lumine Est Shinjuku, Tokyo
Some other locations may also offer the Plant-Based Akamaru ramen. Please check the official website for the latest information.
🍜 Hanamaru Udon
Udon may seem like a safe option for vegans and vegetarians, but many dishes contain fish-based dashi broth.
One plant-based option is: Oroshi Shoyu Udon (おろししょうゆ)
This simple dish consists of udon noodles served with grated daikon radish and soy sauce.
🍣 Sushiro
Suitable options may include:
- Cucumber Rolls
- Pickled Radish Rolls
- Natto Rolls
Because ingredients can change depending on the season or location, please check allergen and ingredient information before ordering.
🍽️ Bikkuri Donkey
Bikkuri Donkey offers a plant-based menu item called:
Soy Curry Burg Dish (ソイカリーバーグディッシュ)
The patty is made from soy-based ingredients instead of meat.
French fries may also be available. If mayonnaise is included, you may be able to request ketchup instead.
🍔 MOS Burger
MOS Burger is currently one of the few burger chains in Japan offering plant-based burger options.
Look for menu items labeled as plant-based and confirm details with staff if necessary.
The patty is also available at some grocery stores and online!
🥣 Soup Stock Tokyo
This soup chain offers a rotating menu of vegan soups and curries, clearly marked in stores and online.
“Vegetarian” on their menu means no meat, fish, dairy, or eggs—perfect for vegans.
Ingredients like honey or sugar are listed on their official site.
🥯 Bagel & Bagel
Several bagel flavors are naturally vegan-friendly:
- Cinnamon Raisin
- Maple Walnut
- Blueberry Fruit
- Plain
- Sesame
They also offer a Vegetable & Hummus Sandwich—just confirm using allergen info.
🍩 Floresta Donuts
Known for natural ingredients, Floresta sells vegan donuts—including seasonal plant-based flavors.
They use canola oil for frying, and you can check vegan labels or ask staff in-store.
🛒 IKEA Japan
IKEA offers plant-based dishes at its in-store restaurants—perfect for a quick bite after shopping!
Menus vary slightly by location. Allergen information is available on-site.
🍦 Baskin-Robbins (31 Ice Cream)
Baskin-Robbins Japan has a few sorbet options that are plant-based, including:
- Orange Sorbet (regular item)
- Fruity Dew Sorbet (summer)
- Muscat Basket (limited-time)
Gong Cha
Gong Cha offers milk tea made with almond milk at some locations.
Please check availability and ingredients before ordering.
Gozasoutou
This popular Japanese sweet is a great vegan-friendly souvenir. Both red bean (azuki) and white bean (shiro-an) fillings are plant-based. Sold in department store basements (デパ地下), making it a convenient gift or treat.
Toraya
Toraya is known for high-quality wagashi (Japanese sweets). Many of their yokan (羊羹) varieties are vegan, including:
- Yoru no Ume（夜の梅）
- Omokage（おもかげ）
Made with azuki beans, sugar, and agar (kanten)—no animal ingredients.
Perfect for gifts, and beautifully packaged.
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