Japan is known for its vegetable-filled cuisine, but bonito fish is used often for flavoring soup and most savory dishes. Ask restaurants to only use konbu (kelp).
Point 2
Small pieces of meat or fish are often on top of salads and other dishes. Be sure to ask about all toppings and ingredients.
Point 3
Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka have the most vegan restaurants and vegan-friendly eateries in Japan.
Point 4
Lesser-known sightseeing areas and tourist spots may have no vegan-friendly restaurants.
Point 5
Shojin ryori, or Buddhist cuisine, is traditionally vegan-friendly (be sure to check), and served in temples.
Point 6
Japanese wagashi sweets, like dango and mochi, usually do not contain dairy or egg. Ask to be sure.
Point 7
Nuts, plain rice balls, soymilk, fruit, and other vegan-friendly items are at all convenience stores.
