Arrive at Narita/Haneda, take the Narita Express or limousine bus to Shinjuku Station and check into your hotel. Refresh and enjoy a leisurely walk in Shinjuku Gyoen, the expansive garden with traditional tea houses and seasonal blossoms.
Stroll through the bustling streets of Kabukicho and Omoide Yokocho, sampling light vegetarian snacks at street stalls. Visit the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Deck for panoramic city views.
Dine at the vegan‑friendly restaurant Ain Soph. Journey, known for its creative plant‑based ramen and desserts. End the night with a gentle walk around Shinjuku’s neon lights.
Begin with a calming walk in Shinjuku Gyoen’s Japanese garden, then head to Saishoku Kenbi for a hearty vegetarian breakfast bowl. Explore the nearby department stores for souvenir shopping.
Follow a vegetarian food trail: lunch at T’s TanTan (vegetarian ramen inside Shinjuku’s Tokyo Station mall), then coffee and a sweet treat at Chaya Macrobiotics. Visit the Samurai Museum for a cultural interlude.
Enjoy dinner at Nabezo’s vegetarian hot‑pot options, followed by a nightcap at a rooftop bar overlooking the Shinjuku skyline.
Take the subway to Asakusa and explore Senso‑ji Temple, the iconic Kaminarimon gate, and the bustling Nakamise Shopping Street where you can sample vegan mochi and sweet potatoes.
Cross to Ueno Park, wander its ponds and visit the Tokyo National Museum for a glimpse of Japanese art. Grab a vegetarian bento at T’s Restaurant inside Ueno Station.
Browse Ameyoko Market’s stalls for street‑food veg snacks, then relax at a local izakaya offering plant‑based dishes before returning to Shinjuku.
Start at Shibuya Crossing and snap a photo with the Hachiko Statue. Ride up to Shibuya Sky for a 360° view of the metropolis.
Walk to Harajuku’s Meiji Shrine, then wander Takeshita Street’s colorful fashion boutiques. Lunch at the vegan café Ain Soph. Journey (Harajuku) offering a ramen‑style set.
Stroll down Omotesando’s tree‑lined avenue, enjoy dinner at Mominoki House (organic vegan Japanese set menu), and experience Shibuya’s nightlife at a plant‑based cocktail bar.
Visit the Imperial Palace East Gardens for a serene stroll among historic ruins. Continue to Ginza for upscale window‑shopping and a quick vegan coffee at a specialty cafe.
Explore the outer Tsukiji Market, focusing on vegetarian stalls and fresh fruit stands. Lunch at a vegan sushi counter offering avocado nigiri and sweet potato rolls.
Board a Sumida River cruise at Asakusa, enjoying illuminated cityscapes while savoring a vegetarian dinner box. Return to Shinjuku for a relaxed night.
Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Osaka (approximately 2.5 hours). Check into your hotel in Namba and freshen up.
Visit Dotonbori Canal, snapping photos of the iconic Glico sign, and sample veg takoyaki from a dedicated stall. Wander Namba Parks for a rooftop garden view.
Dinner at Matsuri, a vegan izakaya known for its okonomiyaki. Explore Namba’s nightlife, hopping between live‑music venues and cocktail bars with plant‑based options.
Catch an early train to Kyoto. Begin at Fushimi Inari Taisha, hiking through thousands of vermilion torii gates.
Visit Kiyomizu‑dera for sweeping city views, then stroll through the historic Gion district, spotting geisha. Lunch at Mumokuteki Café, offering seasonal vegan set meals.
Browse Nishiki Market’s vegan-friendly stalls, tasting pickled vegetables and tofu desserts. Return to Osaka for a relaxed night in Namba.
Explore Osaka Castle and its surrounding park, enjoying the cherry‑blossom‑styled gardens. Take a quick photo from the castle’s top floor.
Head to Kuromon Ichiba Market for a final veg snack tasting tour—look for sweet potato croquettes and matcha mochi. Grab a light lunch at a nearby vegan ramen shop.
Collect luggage and head to Kansai International Airport for departure, reflecting on a week of plant‑based culinary delights and romantic sights.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Shinjuku Gyoen | ¥500 |
| Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Deck | Free |
| Omoide Yokocho | Free |
| Kabukicho | Free |
| Ain Soph. Journey | ≈¥1,500 |
| Saishoku Kenbi | ≈¥1,300 |
| Senso‑ji Temple | Free |
| Nakamise Shopping Street | Free |
| Ueno Park | Free |
| Tokyo National Museum | ¥1,000 |
| Ameyoko Market | Free |
| T's Restaurant (Ueno) | ≈¥1,300 |
| Shibuya Crossing | Free |
| Hachiko Statue | Free |
| Shibuya Sky | ¥2,500 |
| Meiji Shrine | Free |
| Takeshita Street | Free |
| Omotesando | Free |
| Imperial Palace East Gardens | Free |
| Ginza | Free |
| Tsukiji Outer Market | Free |
| Sumida River Cruise | ¥1,500 |
| Shinkansen Tokyo‑Osaka | ¥14,000 |
| Dotonbori Canal | Free |
| Namba Parks | Free |
| Kuromon Ichiba Market | Free |
| Osaka Castle | ¥600 |
| Fushimi Inari Taisha | Free |
| Kiyomizu‑dera | ¥600 |
| Gion district | Free |
| Nishiki Market | Free |
| Mumokuteki Café | ≈¥1,200 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ≈¥36,300 ($250‑$300) |