Vegan Hiroshima: Where Plant-Based Eats Meet Culture

Even in the land of okonomiyaki and oysters, vegans can feast well in Hiroshima.

Vegan Dining That Doesn’t Compromise

Hiroshima may be famous for hearty street food and seafood, but it’s also rising as a vegan-friendly city. Whether you're after a quick lunch or a thoughtful dinner, you won't have to settle.

• Peace Café Hiroshima: A cozy spot near Miyajimaguchi with Asian fusion bowls and smoothies

• Shanti Vegan Café: Hidden in a quiet alley downtown, this cafe offers hearty lunch plates

• Soriso Vegan: Italian-style vegan pastas and plant-based tiramisu in a chic setting

• Vegan Ramen UZU: Hiroshima’s first fully vegan ramen shop with rich, creamy broths

• Tip: Say “No meat, no fish, no eggs” instead of “vegan” to avoid confusion in smaller shops

Local Ingredients with a Sustainable Soul

What makes Hiroshima's vegan scene special isn’t just the meat-free menu—it’s the dedication to local, organic produce and thoughtful cooking. Many places source veggies from the surrounding Chugoku region.

• Vegan okonomiyaki? Yes—with soy meat and custom toppings

• Even around tourist spots like Peace Park and Miyajima, plant-based options are growing

• Lemon is Hiroshima’s hidden star: try it in dressings or as a sorbet twist

🪄Bonus fact: Hiroshima is Japan’s top producer of lemons—zesty and pesticide-light.

Explore Hiroshima’s vegan food map and start planning your bite-sized journey.