2-Week Vegetarian-Friendly Japan Itinerary: Tokyo, Disneyland, Kyoto, Osaka, Universal Studios, Hiroshima

Day 1: Arrival & Tokyo Sights

Tokyo, Japan on May 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at T's Tantan

Enjoy a hearty vegan ramen and Japanese breakfast options at T's Tantan, a popular vegetarian spot in Tokyo Station open from 7:00am to 10:00pm.
JPY1000, 1h

10:00am

Visit Asakusa and Senso-ji Temple

Explore Tokyo’s oldest temple, Senso-ji, and browse nearby Nakamise Street’s shops with vegetarian snack options available.
Free, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Ain Soph. Journey Shinjuku

Dine at Ain Soph., a renowned vegetarian restaurant offering innovative Japanese and Western dishes.
JPY2000, 1h30m

3:00pm

Explore Shibuya and Shinjuku

Visit the famous Shibuya Crossing and stroll through Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden (open until 6:00pm).
JPY500, 3h

7:00pm

Dinner at Nagi Shokudo

Enjoy casual vegetarian Japanese comfort food at Nagi Shokudo, open until 11:00pm.
JPY1800, 1h
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Day 2: Tokyo Disneyland

Tokyo, Japan on May 24, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at your hotel or Café Plant Based Tokyo

Start early with a vegan breakfast at Café Plant Based Tokyo (opens at 7:30am) before heading to Disneyland.
JPY1200, 1h

9:00am

Tokyo Disneyland

Spend the day enjoying Tokyo Disneyland’s attractions open from 8:00am to 10:00pm; check vegetarian options inside the park, such as at Grandma Sara’s Kitchen.
JPY8200, 10h

8:00pm

Light dinner at Tokyo Disneyland

Opt for vegetarian snacks and meal options available within the park before leaving.
JPY1500, 1h
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Day 3: Tokyo Culture & Shopping

Tokyo, Japan on May 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Chaya Macrobiotics

Enjoy organic, macrobiotic vegetarian breakfast dishes; opens at 8:00am.
JPY1500, 1h

10:00am

Visit Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park

Explore this serene shrine and the surrounding park, open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Free, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Brown Rice Café Omotesando

Healthy vegetarian and vegan options with a calming atmosphere; open 11:30am-9:00pm.
JPY2000, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Harajuku and Takeshita Street

Enjoy the lively street fashion, quirky shops, and vegetarian crepes.
Free, 3h

6:00pm

Dinner at Saido

One of Tokyo’s best vegan Japanese restaurants, open until 9:30pm.
JPY2500, 1h30m
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Day 4: Tokyo to Kyoto

Tokyo to Kyoto, Japan on May 26, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel or nearby café

Early vegetarian breakfast to fuel your Shinkansen journey; many cafes near Tokyo Station open by 7:00am.
JPY1200, 1h

8:30am

Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto

Take the JR Tokaido Shinkansen (approx. 2h15m), one of the fastest ways to get to Kyoto.
JPY14000, 2h15m

11:00am

Check-in and relax

Arrive in Kyoto and settle at your accommodation near the city center.
Varies, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Mumokuteki Café & Foods

Vegetarian and organic menu with Japanese influence, open 11:30am-10:00pm.
JPY1800, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine

Explore the iconic thousands of vermilion torii gates in this serene shrine, open 24/7 and free entrance.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Stroll Gion District

Walk through Kyoto’s traditional geisha district with charming streets and tea houses.
Free, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Mame & Shiba

Casual vegetarian Japanese cuisine specializing in tofu and rice dishes, open until 9:30pm.
JPY2000, 1h
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Day 5: Kyoto Temples & Gardens

Kyoto, Japan on May 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Bibliotic Hello!

Vegetarian-friendly café offering healthy options, opens at 8:00am.
JPY1200, 1h

9:30am

Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

Visit the stunning gold-leaf covered pavilion and its beautiful gardens; open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY400, 1h30m

11:30am

Ryoan-ji Temple

Famous for its rock garden, peaceful spot open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY500, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Shigetsu

Experience shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine) inside Tenryu-ji Temple’s traditional setting. Open 11:00am to 3:00pm, reservations recommended.
JPY3500, 1h30m

3:00pm

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Togetsukyo Bridge

Walk through the famous bamboo forest and enjoy riverside views; open all day and free.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Vegans Café and Restaurant

A well-loved vegan-friendly spot near Arashiyama offering Western and Japanese dishes, open until 9:00pm.
JPY2000, 1h
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Day 6: Kyoto to Osaka

Kyoto to Osaka, Japan on May 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at your accommodation or nearby café

Enjoy a light vegetarian breakfast before heading to Osaka.
JPY1000, 1h

9:30am

Train from Kyoto to Osaka

Quick 15-30 minutes train ride on JR Special Rapid Service from Kyoto Station to Osaka Station.
JPY560, 30m

10:15am

Check in and explore Osaka Station area

Discover the shopping and entertainment options around Umeda, including Grand Front Osaka.
Free, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Paprika Shokudo Vegan

A popular vegan restaurant in Osaka offering Japanese and international dishes, open 11:30am-3:00pm.
JPY1800, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Osaka Castle and Park

Explore historic Osaka Castle grounds and museum; castle open 9:00am-5:00pm.
JPY600, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Green Earth

Experience vegetarian Japanese-Western fusion in a cozy setting; open until 10:00pm.
JPY2000, 1h
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Day 7: Universal Studios Japan

Osaka, Japan on May 29, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel or nearby café

Start early with a vegetarian breakfast before your full-day adventure.
JPY1200, 1h

9:00am

Universal Studios Japan

Enjoy Universal Studios Japan, open 8:30am to 9:00pm; vegetarian food options available at Mel's Drive-In and multiple other eateries.
JPY8800, 10h

8:00pm

Dinner inside Universal Studios or nearby

Choose vegetarian-friendly meals at park or nearby restaurants after the park closes.
JPY1500, 1h
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Day 8: Osaka Sightseeing

Osaka, Japan on May 30, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Café Atl

A cozy vegan café in Osaka with delicious breakfast options, open from 9:00am.
JPY1000, 1h

10:30am

Visit Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi

Explore Osaka’s famous shopping and entertainment district with many vegetarian-friendly street food options available.
Free, 3h

2:00pm

Lunch at T's Restaurant

A 100% vegan restaurant in Osaka specializing in Japanese-style dishes; open 11:30am-2:30pm and 5:30pm-9:30pm.
JPY2000, 1h

3:30pm

Umeda Sky Building

Enjoy panoramic city views from the Floating Garden Observatory; open 10:00am-10:30pm.
JPY1500, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Paprika Shokudo Vegan

Return for more wholesome vegan cuisine or try new items from their menu.
JPY1800, 1h
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Day 9: Osaka to Hiroshima

Osaka to Hiroshima, Japan on May 31, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel or café

Have a vegetarian breakfast before your trip to Hiroshima.
JPY1000, 1h

8:30am

Shinkansen from Osaka to Hiroshima

Take the Shinkansen (approx. 1h30m) to Hiroshima for the next leg of your journey.
JPY10000, 1h30m

10:00am

Check-in and relax

Settle at your accommodation in Hiroshima.
Varies, 1h

11:30am

Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum

Explore this poignant park and museum dedicated to peace, open 8:30am-6:00pm, entry fee applicable.
JPY200, 2h

2:00pm

Lunch at Nagataya Okonomiyaki - Vegetarian Options

Try Hiroshima style okonomiyaki with vegetarian fillings; confirm ingredients and options beforehand.
JPY1500, 1h

3:30pm

Explore Shukkeien Garden

A beautiful historical garden perfect for a peaceful stroll; open 9:00am to 6:00pm.
JPY260, 1h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at Cafe Margherita Hiroshima

Enjoy Italian vegetarian-friendly cuisine with good ambiance, open until 10:00pm.
JPY2200, 1h30m
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Day 10: Miyajima Daytrip

Hiroshima, Japan on June 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel or local café

Start early with vegetarian breakfast options nearby.
JPY1000, 1h

9:00am

Ferry to Miyajima Island

Take a 30-minute ferry ride to the beautiful sacred island famous for Itsukushima Shrine.
JPY360 (round trip), 30m

9:30am

Explore Itsukushima Shrine and Torii Gate

Visit the iconic floating torii gate and shrine complex, open 6:30am to 6:00pm with small admission fee.
JPY300, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Itadaki

A well-known vegetarian and vegan restaurant on Miyajima Island offering local flavors; open from 11:30am.
JPY2000, 1h

1:30pm

Hike or take ropeway up Mount Misen

Enjoy panoramic views from the summit; ropeway runs 9:00am to 5:00pm, round trip JPY1800.
JPY1800, 3h

5:00pm

Return ferry to Hiroshima

Head back to Hiroshima city center; relax upon arrival.
Included, 30m

7:00pm

Dinner at veggy's café

Casual vegetarian restaurant with varied Japanese-style dishes, open until 9:00pm.
JPY1800, 1h
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Day 11: Hiroshima to Tokyo

Hiroshima to Tokyo, Japan on June 2, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Vegetarian breakfast before travel.
JPY1000, 1h

8:00am

Shinkansen from Hiroshima to Tokyo

Long travel day approx. 4h via JR Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen.
JPY20000, 4h

12:00pm

Lunch at T's Tantan (Tokyo Station)

Relax after journey with their famous vegan ramen and deli items.
JPY1200, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Odaiba

Visit the futuristic waterfront area with shopping, museums, and views of Tokyo Bay; many vegetarian food courts available.
Varies, 4h

7:00pm

Dinner at Chaya Macrobiotics

Return for a healthy, mostly vegetarian dinner in a peaceful setting.
JPY2200, 1h30m
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Day 12: Day trip to Nikko

Tokyo to Nikko, Japan on June 3, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel or local café

Enjoy vegetarian breakfast options to prepare for day trip.
JPY1000, 1h

8:00am

Train to Nikko

Take the JR train from Tokyo to Nikko (approx. 2h).
JPY2700, 2h

10:30am

Visit Toshogu Shrine

Explore the lavishly decorated UNESCO World Heritage Site, open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY1300, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Vegetarian Café Salute

Enjoy a variety of vegetarian dishes close to Nikko station, open 11:00am to 6:00pm.
JPY1500, 1h

2:30pm

Explore Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji

Visit one of Japan’s most famous waterfalls and scenic lake area accessible by bus; open all day and free.
Bus fare approx. JPY1000, 3h

6:00pm

Return to Tokyo

Travel back to Tokyo by train.
JPY2700, 2h

8:30pm

Light dinner at Nagi Shokudo

End the day with vegetarian Japanese home-style meals.
JPY1800, 1h
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Day 13: Tokyo Museums & Parks

Tokyo, Japan on June 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Plant Based Tokyo

Delicious vegan breakfast options to start your day.
JPY1200, 1h

10:00am

Visit teamLab Planets or teamLab Borderless

Explore immersive digital art museums with late openings until 8:00pm on selected days; check schedule before visiting.
JPY3200, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Brown Rice Café Omotesando

Enjoy organic and vegetarian meals in stylish surroundings.
JPY2000, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Ueno Park and National Museum

Ueno Park open all day; museums usually open 9:30am-5:00pm. Great cultural experience.
JPY620, 3h

6:00pm

Dinner at Saido

Celebrate your last dinner in Tokyo with exquisite vegan Japanese cuisine.
JPY2500, 1h30m
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Day 14: Departure Day

Tokyo, Japan on June 5, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at T's Tantan

One last comforting vegan ramen breakfast before departure.
JPY1000, 1h

9:00am

Pack and head to airport

Finalize packing and travel to Narita or Haneda airport by train or shuttle for your flight.
Varies by transit, 2h
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