Vegan
Japanese
Beer/Wine
Name means "soy." Small vegan café near Waseda University with focus on two green concepts, esperanto and veganism. Offers a menu of the day (in esperanto) with brown rice & soup, chickpea curry, and small a la carte. Open Wed-Fri 5:00pm-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 3:00pm-9:00pm.
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Added by SAITO Yoshinori on 04 Apr 2017
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53 Reviews
First Review by Eriketo
hirshah
Points +28
Tasty food - Edit
You could have your vegan dinner in just 700-800 yen! A completely vegan restaurant.
Read morePros: Great vegan food at a very reasonable price
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MichaelYiasemides
Points +59
Best Vegan Restaurant in Tokyo - Edit
I went to a lot of vegan places while I was in Tokyo, and this was the best in almost every way! The food is lovely and only ¥700-¥800 for a good sized meal (and I eat more than the average person). The owner is so kind and friendly too. Just message before to make sure he is open. He replied to me pretty quick.
Read morePros: Excellent Price., Lovely Food., Very Kind Owner
Cons: Message before to check if open. Replies quick
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CiwanCano
Points +25
My favourite place anywhere, ever. - Edit
The food is varied, delicious, and cheap. The owner, whom everyone lovingly calls "Mastro", which means master in Esperanto, is a man with a passion. Unlike many other vegan places, he's really not in there for the money.
Read moreWhen I used to live in Tokyo, I would have dinner there almost every day it was open, and then order take away for breakfast the next day.
I particularly loved the fried spinach dish, absolutely amazing.
Pros: Diversity of dishes, Delicious, Cheap
Cons: Better to check if it's open on Twitter
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furumatsu
Points +56
Delightful owner and fare! - Edit
If you are vegan and in Tokyo, you owe it to yourself to visit this quirky and delightful restaurant - the owner, food, and ambiance will bring a smile to your face. Highly recommend the set lunch/dinner - delicious, healthy, and very satisfying. Don’t miss the taiyaki - it alone is worth the trip!
Read morePros: Owner is a joyful, ethical vegan, Delicious, healthy fare, Very (perhaps even too) reasonably priced
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oxymor
Points +16
Eat and Esperanto experience...must see - Edit
Awesome restaurant holded by a passionated and friendly guy. The food is amazing, and the price is surprisingly low. This restaurant worth a visit to Waseda if you are anywhere in Tokyo. You will also discover about esperanto, and maybe even get into it as I did...who knows;)
Read moreNedredebla restoracio, kies posedanto estas afablega pasiulo. La mangxo bongustegas kaj la prezo estas surprize malalta.
Unika loko, versajne la plej esperantista restoracio en la mondo. Kompreneble vi iru ;).
Dankon Saito!
Pros: Food, originality of esperanto, price, owner
Cons: None
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AmalieRA
Points +126
Cozy place! - Edit
I went here and got the menu of the day and it was lovely! I also got I cute little cake looking like a fish and everything tasted really good. The host was really nice, and it won’t be the last time I’m here!
Read morePros: Cheap, Delicious , Nice staff
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sasham
Points +4312
I want to go every week! - Edit
A very unique cafe in Tokyo and it must the only vegan Esperanto cafe in the world.
Read moreFood was great and set menu was 700¥. Also discounted drink menu when you order the set menu.
I learned a lot about Esperanto and owner introduced me to Esperanto music,
magazines and more. Esperanto is a language that fits in the vegan movement: They both represent freedom and inclusivity of all species.
Pros: Great food at great prices!, Esperanto!, Very nice and attentive owner
Cons: Nothing bad to say about this place.
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azsunshine
Points +55
Fabulous vegan food in Waseda - Edit
I love this little restaurant. It is owned by a highly attentive fellow who does all the cooking and waits on the tables. He is absolutely delightful and goes out of his way to make your experience wonderful. The menu has two set courses and a la carte options. All are vegan. All are delicious and fresh. The set courses are where you should focus your attention, especially the daily menu. It comes with 5-7 different items with healthy portions - so come hungry. I especially appreciate that the owner includes a healthy dose of protein with the meals - generally tofu and legumes. The restaurant serves beer, wine and nihonshu (sake) and is a BARGAIN.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2018-11-24
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KingOfGaming
Points +13
Great little joint! - Edit
perfect place that has both good food and affordable prices!
Read morePros: very cheap, great food, friendly owner and large portions
Cons: only open for dinner, none , none
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BenoitGran
Points +599
Delicious, cheap and large portions - Edit
I had dinner with a couple of Japanese friends who had vegan good for the very first time. All of us had a great time, we tried the chickpeas "hamburger" and the vegan curry, it was very tasty, with also many "okazu" (vegetables, tofu, etc.). Great quality and quantity for only 700 yens per person! We also had a very nice chat with the owner, himself vegan for 10 years as I remember. I will definitely go there again!
Read morePros: Delicious, Cheap, Large portions
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viacmenej
Points +15
Go for it! - Edit
A very original place run by a guy who is quite enthusiastic about veganism and esperanto - two things that do not have a lot in common at the first glance, but work out just fine. The food and service was flawess, the shop has a nice interior and a lot of stuff related to esperanto. I would have expected a fatter bill after the deliciousness we’d had, but we paid 1900¥ for two 定食 sets composed of various ingredients, plus drinks. We also received a neat vegan map of Tokyo restaurants plus a kind invitation to a vegan event in 代々木 park. Go for it!
Read morePros: Great taste, Price, Service and kind staff
Cons: If you dislike esperanto I guess. Otherwise none
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johnnam
Points +36
A Rare Find in Tokyo - Edit
Delicious vegan meals at inexpensive prices! The owner, who speaks some English, was very friendly and helpful in recommending other vegan restaurants in Tokyo.
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Jaimie
Points +19
Delicious, healthy food in a cozy atmosphere - Edit
I had dinner here with 2 friends who are not vegan and we all absolutely loved it! We all ordered set meals which were 700 yen a piece and we all left very full. The vegetable spring rolls were my favorite. The chickpea curry with brown rice was very good and came with sides of tofu, veggies and miso soup. The owner was very kind. All in all, it was a delicious, nutritious and filling meal for a very affordable price. I would not hesitate to go back and I would feel confidant that people who don't normally seek out vegan food would also leave satisfied.
Read morePros: Delicious, Affordable, Comfortable atmosphere
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lachy
Points +12
Finally affordable vegan food in Japan! - Edit
Offers both a la carte and 2 set meals. Spent 700yen on one of the set meals of the day. It came with 1 plate consisting of tofu and veggies, 1 bowl of miso soup, 1 bowl of brown rice, and a small plate of veggies. It was amazing. The portions are huge for the price. Very friendly owner. Will go back everyday for as long as I stay in Tokyo.
Read morePros: inexpensive, tasty, great owner
Cons: none
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mhale
Points +273
Really inexpensive good food! - Edit
My boyfriend is really into language learning so when we found out about a vegan restaurant that was also all about Esperanto we had to check it out. It did not let us down!
Read moreFirst off, the food was very tasty. We ordered the daily set meal (which was rehydrated dried tofu and onions plus all the side dishes), vege fried meat, vege spring rolls, and vege dumplings. Everything we ate was excellent, and it was only ¥1600 for all of it!
Secondly, the experience of speaking Esperanto with the restaurant owner and other patrons was really unique, and everyone was incredibly friendly. The owner of the restaurant was very kind and gave us lots of info about vegan groups and meetups in Japan. Even those who aren't into Esperanto or languages will still enjoy chatting with the owner though, as he also speaks Japanese and excellent English. Plus the food and prices are enough to make a visit worth it!
Pros: super friendly owner and patrons, delicious food, really inexpensive
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bdonovan
Points +114
Amazing - Edit
Love this place so much. Don’t know any Esperanto but that doesn’t mean the vegan food isn’t great. Owner is so nice and wholesome. Great atmosphere and very close and convenient to Waseda University. Just be sure to check opening times before going there.
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Jaime_HP
Points +100
Great vegan atmosphere right next to Waseda University - Edit
100% recomended, we will come back!
Read morePros: Really cheap, Delicious food, Very nice staff
Cons: Not many options on the menu
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niconiko
Points +564
Great vibe - Edit
Cheap, filling and a very interesting atmosphere! It's also not crowded, which is a plus. Also, the owner seems very kind and loves to chat. I'll definitely be coming back!
Read morePros: Cheap, Big portions, Friendly vibe
Cons: Not a lot of options in the menu
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KatsuyaSensei
Points +22
Esperanto and vegan food - Edit
Whether you are into Esperanto, you’d like to enjoy some home-like vegan food or you are just around Waseda and looking for a particular place, SOJO is what you are looking for. The owner is really into Esperanto and he is truly vegan. On top of that, he is lovely and very accommodating. What more? Cheap prices and abundant portions.
Read morePros: Cosy, Generous portions, Cheap, very cheap
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Klondike
Points +23
Great little place - Edit
Good food. Close to Hotel Chinzanso. Wife and I had the curry, large portions. Came with nice soup. Nice, friendly staff, spoke enough english to help us with the order.
Read moreWill probably be back tomorrow.
Pros: great food, nice staff, inexpensive
Cons: limited fixed menu
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luikn
Points +566
Little utopia - Edit
I live close by, thus I usually go here to get the day's dish. I can just say good words from this place.
Read moreGood food, really good price, unique place and super kind owner.
The place is like a small utopia, veganism & esperanto - Great combo.
Pros: all vegan, good price, relaxed ambient
Cons: Closed while lunch time
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KatrinaLarsen
Points +30
Excellent - Edit
I loved this place. The food is very reasonably priced and the owner is extremely friendly. I would definitely go back and highly recommend it to locals and travellers alike.
Read morePros: Tasty food, Owner, Price
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BrightSide01
Points +58
Low prices for large servings - Edit
I'm a student at Waseda University and this place is less than a couple minutes from where I live, so it is nice to have a vegan place close to home. The prices are low, only 600 yen for a filling dinner. This place is not open during lunch though, so make sure you are aware of that.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2017-06-06
Pros: Cheap, Simple vegan food
Cons: No lunch hours
niconiko
I was also wondering about this, until I saw a Facebook post saying that the closings were due to family issues (namely, a family member of the owner in hospital).
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AlanTurvey
Points +13
A chance to learn about another culture in Japan - Edit
I enjoyed the food and the admired the effort the owner went to create a cafe with a different culture and foods from around the world.
Read moreAlthough my options were a bit limited due to my gluten free diet, the food was great.
I tried the organic wine and it was definitely the best wine I had had in Japan and must have been free of preservatives because I would have reacted to preservatives.
Friendly owner with a passion.
Pros: Healthy, Friendly
Cons: Limited gluten free options
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Tomo Okabe
Points +754
cheap and delicious - Edit
This restaurant is located near Waseda University and if you are a traveler you may not have an opportunity to visit a remote place such as this but it sure is an amazing place to check out.
Read moreSituated in he main road it's quite easy to find.
The dumplings are amazing and the food is really cheap.
And you maybe able to learn a new language there.
Highly recommended
Pros: affordable , delicious
Cons: out of central area
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Eriketo
Points +11
A vegan gem in the heart of Waseda - Edit
Finding good vegetarian food options in Tokyo has become easier during the 7 years that I have been visiting the city, however, the ‘hidden’ meat and fish in stocks, soup and sauces are still ubiquitous. Not so with Sojo (pronounced So-yo), a new vegan café/restaurant in the heart of Waseda.
Read moreOnly 400m from Waseda subway station on a wide, pleasant boulevard, Nori-san has created a unique eatery combining his two interests: good vegan food and the language Esperanto.
In the interests of full disclosure, let me say at the outset that I visited as an Esperanto-speaker, however two of my companions were neither Esperanto speakers nor vegans and received a very warm welcome.
We enjoyed good food and friendly hospitality. Menus are trilingual: Japanese, Esperanto and English. Information abounds about veganism and Esperanto and Nori-san is happy to chat about his passions with those who are interested.
Alternatively, simply go for the well-priced and plentiful food and free wi-fi! Hopefully this vegan haven will be here for years to come.
Pros: Excellent value, Warm welcome, Free wi-fi
Cons: Ideally need to reserve ahead at present
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