Pizza isn’t as big in Japan as it is in the West. Although It’s available to buy in shops and there are well-known chains like Pizza Hut and Domino’s, none of them have vegan options. So, I was surprised to find one of the best vegan pizzas we had ever eaten here in Hiroshima. Parco …
When I wrote about this vegan burger restaurant in Tokyo, I mentioned that vegan burgers are not readily available unless you go into the city. This is still the case however, it’s a little easier than I first realised as I recently found out about a well-known Japanese burger chain called Mos Burger. Mos Burger …
Back in March when our family came to visit us, we had planned to come to Hiroshima as part of our 3-week itinerary around Japan. Being a small island very close to Hiroshima, we couldn’t miss our chance to visit Miyajima as well, famous for its large floating torii gate, temples and forest. This traditional …
It is so so hot here in Japan, we’re mid 30°c and the scary thing is, it’s going to get hotter. The only thing that makes being a sweaty puddle even slightly bearable is having a reliable supply of vegan ice lollies to be able to chomp through. In almost any food-selling shop in Japan, …
As we all know, Japan isn’t the easiest country to be vegan. As a nation that uses fish daily in their meals and cooking, you have to be extra careful when reading food labels. Animal products are used as a base for a LOT of food flavours and snuck into products we would usually think …
When our family came to visit us, we wanted to ensure we had at least a few special restaurants booked. Unless you’re familiar with an area, it can be difficult to find somewhere to eat on a whim which can sometimes result in eating another konbini onigiri or Coco’s curry. Not that there’s anything wrong …
Starbucks is so popular worldwide that it probably doesn’t need an introduction. However, for those who aren’t aware, it’s an international chain of coffee shops which sells drinks, baked items and light bites. They also happen to have some great options for vegan! With over 1,600 stores across Japan, it has become a reliable go-to …
Gion is the most famous geisha district in Japan, full of history and beautiful architecture. It’s also home to one of the best vegan restaurants in Gion, Kyoto. 祇園 たんと or Gion Tanto is an amazing traditional okonomiyaki restaurant in Kyoto with a wide selection of vegan options. They serve Kyoto-style okonomiyaki, which is incredibly …
I previously shared this great street snack you can get from the very popular and traditional area in Kyoto. On the same day, I discovered this cute little cafe on one of the popular streets in Higashiyama which has a great view of Yasaka Pagoda! Cafebar Mokumoku or (utsuwato) うつわとcafebar mokumoku is a vegetarian cafe …
