Is it hard to eat vegan in Tokyo?

Eating vegan in Tokyo is easier than it used to be. While Japan’s food culture traditionally centers around fish and meat, the number of vegan-friendly restaurants in Tokyo has grown significantly in recent years. From trendy cafés in Shibuya to dedicated vegan ramen shops and upscale plant-based dining, options are expanding across the city. That said, finding vegan meals at more traditional or local spots can still be a challenge, so it helps to plan ahead or use apps like HappyCow.

To help you on your plant-based journey in Japan, we’ve compiled a 2026 list of Tokyo’s best vegan burger restaurants. Each spot will make your environmentally conscious heart and burger-loving belly happy. Even if you don’t strictly follow a vegan diet, you’re sure to love the burgers we’ve put together for their hearty servings and innovative flavor combinations, often with a Japanese twist.

Mr. Farmer

Based on looks alone, Mr. Farmer’s burdock root vegan burger may well win the prize for “frilliest sandwich in Tokyo.” But once you look beyond the curly twists of fried burdock, you’ll still have a pretty impressive burger at this West Coast-inspired restaurant. Each bite has a proper balance of hefty soy meat and cheese. But the total effect is still light enough to avoid feeling bloated. If you are looking for a truly gourmet experience, opt for the decadent Vegan Cheese Burger with Truffles. Most of the veggies served in the restaurant are grown in Japan. So, you can beef up your vitamin intake for the day with their Veggie Full Smoothies while supporting local farmers. You can find branches of Mr. Farmer in several locations: including Roppongi and Komazawa, all of which offer take-out menus and fresh juices to go.

Vegeater

Vegeater is a relatively new addition to Tokyo’s vegan repertoire. This vegan restaurant provides a multitude of burger options, each encased within a bun branded with Vegeater’s logo. Try “The Burger” with tomato jam and garlic aioli. If you have a hankering for barbecue, Vegeater offers a pulled jackfruit sandwich reminiscent of traditional BBQ flavors.

Hemp Cafe

Tucked away in Ebisu, Hemp Cafe is most known for its focus on hemp-based and CBD products. If CBD isn’t quite your speed, you might prefer their all-vegan menu, where you also find the “KFC” style mushroom burger. Featuring fried maitake mushroom, kale, mustard dill and french fries on the side. For an extra ¥300, add vegan cheese or avocado. With decor that’s as plant-based as their menu, Hemp Cafe will nourish your body and spirit. 

Bio Cafe

Specializing in organic dishes, Bio Cafe prides itself on serving food that is completely pesticide and fertilizer-free. The cafe’s menu highlights gluten-free and superfood-filled offerings, including a gluten-free burger with a plant-based patty. This vegan burger is topped with avocado and classic burger fixings. The vegan burger is one of Bio Cafe’s selection of vegan plates, alongside various pasta dishes and artisanal taco rice. In the heart of Shibuya, this is an organic outlet to escape the city, with an impressive selection of vegan choices.

Cori.

Although Cori. might not look like much from the outside, don’t let this fool you. As you step through their elusive door, you’re immediately in store for their mouth-watering soy-based vegan burgers, along with homemade sauces that perfectly complement their soft wheat buns. Owned by a couple, Cori. holds an extensive vegan menu accompanied by craft beers and homemade drinks. This is the perfect little hideaway for customers to enjoy a cozy meal, and will probably become the secret spot you tell all your friends about.

Wayback Burgers

Wayback Burgers is one of the latest vegan-friendly offerings to hit Tokyo. Conveniently positioned a short walk from Omotesando station, the chic and spacious burger joint is the first to open in Japan for the 34-year-old American company. As part of a collab with Japanese company Next Meats, the Next Burger is a plant-based (soy and pea) burger that closely resembles the look and taste of a beef patty sandwiched between green buns. When ordered as a set, the burger comes with Next Meats’ vegan tuna salad and Next Milk, Next Meats’ signature oat milk. Continuing the store’s focus on sustainability, the store utilizes plant-based straws and cutlery in order to minimize its carbon footprint. Replete with spacious booths and free wifi, Wayback Burgers is also a great place for a lunchtime meeting or to catch up on some emails away from the office.

Original Article by Chiara Terzuolo. Updated by the Metropolis Japan team in January 2026.

For more tips on eating vegan in Japan, check out our article: Vegan Bento Hanami Essentials