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Vegetarian Delights in Japan

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Day 1: Exploring Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan

8:00AM

Visit Tsukiji Outer Market

Start your day with a stroll through Tsukiji Outer Market, filled with fresh produce and local snacks.
Take a taxi or train from your accommodation to Tsukiji Outer Market. It takes approximately 30 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Explore Senso-ji Temple

Head to Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo's oldest temple, and soak in the peaceful atmosphere.
Walk from Tsukiji Outer Market to Senso-ji Temple. It's a 20-minute walk.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at T's TanTan

Enjoy a delicious vegetarian meal at T's TanTan, known for its vegan ramen and dumplings.
Take a train to T's TanTan. It's a 30-minute journey.
£15, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Meiji Shrine

Stroll through the serene Meiji Shrine and admire the impressive torii gate.
Take a train to Meiji Shrine. It's a 40-minute journey.
Free, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Ain Soph.Journey

Indulge in a vegan dinner at Ain Soph.Journey, offering a variety of plant-based dishes.
Take a train to Ain Soph.Journey. It's a 25-minute journey.
£20, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: More of Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan

8:00AM

Visit the Ghibli Museum

Explore the magical world of Studio Ghibli at the Ghibli Museum, showcasing the art of animation.
Take a train to the Ghibli Museum. It's a 1-hour journey.
£10, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Brown Rice Canteen

Enjoy a wholesome organic lunch at Brown Rice Canteen, offering a variety of vegetarian dishes.
Take a train to Brown Rice Canteen. It's a 45-minute journey.
£12, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Shop in Harajuku

Explore the quirky shops and boutiques in Harajuku, known for its unique fashion and street food.
Take a train to Harajuku. It's a 30-minute journey.
Variable, 2 hours

5:00PM

Relax at Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Unwind in the peaceful surroundings of Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, a perfect spot for nature lovers.
Take a train to Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. It's a 20-minute journey.
£2, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Nagi Shokudo

Enjoy a vegan dinner at Nagi Shokudo, known for its delicious plant-based curries and stews.
Take a train to Nagi Shokudo. It's a 35-minute journey.
£18, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Cultural Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan

8:00AM

Visit Kinkaku-ji Temple

Start your day with a visit to the stunning Golden Pavilion, Kinkaku-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Take a train from Tokyo to Kyoto. It's a 2-hour journey.
£5, 2 hours

11:00AM

Explore Fushimi Inari Taisha

Wander through the iconic red torii gates of Fushimi Inari Taisha and enjoy the scenic hike up the mountain.
Take a train to Fushimi Inari Taisha. It's a 30-minute journey.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Morpho Cafe

Savour a vegetarian lunch at Morpho Cafe, offering a mix of Japanese and Western dishes.
Walk from Fushimi Inari Taisha to Morpho Cafe. It's a 15-minute walk.
£14, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and take a relaxing stroll through the bamboo forest.
Take a train to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. It's a 40-minute journey.
Free, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Ajiro

Enjoy a vegan dinner at Ajiro, known for its traditional Japanese dishes with a modern twist.
Take a train to Ajiro. It's a 25-minute journey.
£22, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Historic Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan

8:00AM

Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Explore the historic Kiyomizu-dera Temple and enjoy panoramic views of Kyoto from the wooden terrace.
Walk from your accommodation to Kiyomizu-dera Temple. It's a 20-minute walk.
£4, 2 hours

11:00AM

Stroll through Gion District

Wander the charming streets of Gion, known for its traditional wooden machiya houses and geisha culture.
Walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple to Gion District. It's a 15-minute walk.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Mikoan Cafe

Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at Mikoan Cafe, offering a peaceful setting with delicious Japanese-inspired dishes.
Walk from Gion District to Mikoan Cafe. It's a 10-minute walk.
£16, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Nijo Castle

Discover the impressive Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with beautiful gardens and historic architecture.
Take a bus to Nijo Castle. It's a 30-minute journey.
£8, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Choice Cafe

Indulge in a vegan dinner at Choice Cafe, known for its creative plant-based dishes and desserts.
Take a bus to Choice Cafe. It's a 25-minute journey.
£20, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Vibrant Osaka

Osaka, Japan

8:00AM

Visit Osaka Castle

Explore the historic Osaka Castle, known for its impressive architecture and surrounding park.
Take a train from Kyoto to Osaka. It's a 1-hour journey.
£7, 2 hours

11:00AM

Shop and Dine in Dotonbori

Explore the bustling streets of Dotonbori, famous for its neon lights, street food, and shopping.
Walk from Osaka Castle to Dotonbori. It's a 15-minute walk.
Variable, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Mikoan Cafe

Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at Mikoan Cafe, offering a mix of Japanese and Western dishes.
Walk from Dotonbori to Mikoan Cafe. It's a 10-minute walk.
£14, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Shinsekai District

Stroll through the vibrant Shinsekai District, known for its retro charm and delicious street food.
Take a train to Shinsekai District. It's a 20-minute journey.
Free, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Vegans Cafe and Restaurant

Indulge in a vegan dinner at Vegans Cafe and Restaurant, offering a variety of plant-based Japanese dishes.
Take a train to Vegans Cafe and Restaurant. It's a 30-minute journey.
£18, 1.5 hours
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Day 6: Peaceful Hiroshima

Hiroshima, Japan

8:00AM

Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Pay your respects at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum, dedicated to the victims of the atomic bomb.
Take a train from Osaka to Hiroshima. It's a 2-hour journey.
£6, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Nagataya

Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at Nagataya, offering traditional Hiroshima okonomiyaki with a veggie twist.
Walk from Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park to Nagataya. It's a 10-minute walk.
£10, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Shukkeien Garden

Relax in the peaceful surroundings of Shukkeien Garden, a traditional Japanese garden with teahouses and ponds.
Walk from Nagataya to Shukkeien Garden. It's a 15-minute walk.
£4, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Visit Hiroshima Castle

Explore the historic Hiroshima Castle, known for its iconic black exterior and panoramic views of the city.
Take a tram to Hiroshima Castle. It's a 20-minute journey.
£5, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Okonomi-mura

Indulge in a vegan dinner at Okonomi-mura, a food hall offering a variety of Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki.
Take a tram to Okonomi-mura. It's a 15-minute journey.
£16, 1.5 hours
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Day 7: Historic Nagoya

Nagoya, Japan

8:00AM

Visit Nagoya Castle

Explore the impressive Nagoya Castle, a reconstructed castle with historical exhibits and beautiful gardens.
Take a train from Hiroshima to Nagoya. It's a 2.5-hour journey.
£8, 2 hours

11:00AM

Stroll through Osu Shopping District

Wander through the bustling Osu Shopping District, known for its eclectic mix of shops and street food stalls.
Walk from Nagoya Castle to Osu Shopping District. It's a 15-minute walk.
Variable, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Cafe Zamaan

Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at Cafe Zamaan, offering Middle Eastern-inspired dishes and a cosy atmosphere.
Walk from Osu Shopping District to Cafe Zamaan. It's a 10-minute walk.
£12, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Atsuta Jingu Shrine

Explore the sacred grounds of Atsuta Jingu Shrine, one of Japan's most important Shinto shrines.
Take a train to Atsuta Jingu Shrine. It's a 30-minute journey.
£3, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Veganic To Go

Indulge in a vegan dinner at Veganic To Go, offering healthy and delicious plant-based meals to end your culinary journey in Japan.
Take a train to Veganic To Go. It's a 25-minute journey.
£20, 1.5 hours
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