Land at Narita/Haneda, take the Narita Express to Shinjuku Station (≈1 hour) and check into your hotel. Freshen up and stroll through the bustling Shinjuku streets to get your bearings.
Visit the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building’s free observation deck for panoramic city views, then wander the lively Omoide Yokocho alley, famous for tiny izakayas offering vegetarian yakitori and sake.
Dine at T's Restaurant in Shinjuku, a dedicated vegan spot serving ramen and donburi, and cap the night with a cocktail at a vegan-friendly bar in Golden Gai.
Start at Tsukiji Outer Market, sampling fresh vegan sushi, tamago, and pickled vegetables from stalls that cater to plant‑based diets.
Head to Asakusa to explore Senso‑ji Temple and the bustling Nakamise Shopping Street, where you can try vegan taiyaki and mochi.
Finish in Shibuya, crossing the iconic Shibuya Crossing, snapping a photo at Hachiko Statue, and enjoying a hearty bowl of vegan ramen at Ain Soph. Ripple.
Walk through Yoyogi Park to Meiji Shrine, a serene Shinto site nestled in the forested heart of the city.
Stroll down Takeshita Street in Harajuku, browsing quirky fashion boutiques and stopping at a vegan crepe shop for a sweet treat.
Relax at Omotesandō’s stylish vegan café, sampling plant‑based pastries and matcha while people‑watching the fashionable crowd.
Catch an early limited‑express train to Nikko (≈2 hours). Begin at the ornate Toshogu Shrine, admiring its gold‑leaf carvings.
Visit Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji, where you’ll enjoy a prepared vegetarian picnic with local tofu and seasonal vegetables.
Return to Shinjuku, unwind at the hotel, and perhaps explore a nearby vegan izakaya for a light dinner.
Stroll through Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, taking time to admire the traditional Japanese landscape and tea house.
Take the subway to Ueno and visit the Tokyo National Museum, exploring Japanese art and history collections.
Hop between two vegan cafés: Nalu Café for smoothie bowls and Mame & Shiba for savory tofu toast, ending with a night walk in the illuminated Roppongi area.
Board the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Osaka (≈2.5 hours). Arrive at Osaka Station, store luggage, and check into a hotel in Namba.
Explore the lively Kuromon Ichiba Market, sampling vegan takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and fresh fruit juices from dedicated stalls.
Wander Dotonbori’s neon-lit streets, tasting street‑food classics at vegan‑friendly vendors and ending with a dessert at a local plant‑based bakery.
Take a rapid train to Kyoto (≈30 minutes). Begin at Fushimi Inari Taisha, walking through thousands of torii gates.
Visit Kiyomizu‑dera Temple for its sweeping city view, then wander the historic Gion district, watching for geisha on the cobblestone lanes.
Reserve a vegetarian kaiseki dinner at Miyako Yasai, enjoying multiple seasonal courses crafted entirely from plant‑based ingredients.
Tour Osaka Castle, climbing to the top for panoramic views of the city and surrounding park.
Head to the Umeda Sky Building’s Floating Garden Observatory for a breathtaking skyline vista, then shop for souvenirs in the nearby Grand Front Osaka.
Celebrate the final night with a lavish vegan feast at Vegan Bistro Café Atl, savoring creative dishes before departing the next morning.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Shinjuku area walk | Free |
| Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building observation deck | Free |
| Omoide Yokocho | $15 |
| T's Restaurant (Shinjuku) | $20 |
| Tsukiji Outer Market | Free entry, $20 food |
| Senso-ji Temple | Free |
| Nakamise Street | $10 |
| Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko Statue | Free |
| Ain Soph. Ripple | $18 |
| Meiji Shrine | Free |
| Harajuku Takeshita Street | Free, $12 snacks |
| Vegan Crepe Shop (Harajuku) | $12 |
| Nikko Toshogu Shrine | $13 |
| Kegon Falls | $5 |
| Lake Chuzenji Picnic | $20 |
| Shinjuku Gyoen | $5 |
| Tokyo National Museum | $6 |
| Nalu Café | $15 |
| Mame & Shiba | $12 |
| Shinkansen Tokyo‑Osaka | $140 |
| Kuromon Ichiba Market | $20 |
| Dotonbori Street Food | $25 |
| Fushimi Inari Taisha | Free |
| Kiyomizu-dera | $4 |
| Gion District walk | Free |
| Vegetarian Kaiseki at Miyako Yasai | $80 |
| Osaka Castle | $6 |
| Umeda Sky Building | $15 |
| Vegan Bistro Café Atl | $60 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | $600-700 |