Best Vegan Restaurants in Tokyo 2025

Tokyo's vegan scene has grown dramatically — a city with ancient Buddhist vegetarian traditions (shojin ryori) now also embraces modern plant-based dining with dedicated vegan restaurants in Shimokitazawa, organic cafes in Nakameguro, temple restaurants serving ceremonial Buddhist vegetarian food, and a growing range of international vegan cuisines. Navigating as a vegan in Tokyo requires knowledge — this guide covers the best vegan restaurants in Tokyo and how to eat plant-based across the city.