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Second floor restaurant in Harajuku opened Mar 2021 by the small ramen chain Kyushu Jangara. Offers an all-vegan menu of curries, ramen, tacos, grilled soy meats, and burgers. Different menus for lunch and dinner. Open Mon-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm.


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409 Reviews

First Review by Tomo Okabe

Johanna4004

Points +40

Vegan
21 May 2025

Best meal I had in Japan

I loved the Kobonshan, it's great if you like garlic

meowy24

Points +333

Vegan
19 May 2025

Great vegan options

Really great selection of vegan/plant based food. We had our first vegan karrage here and it was amazing. Really tasty selection of drinks also

Pros: Big menu, Great wine, Gorgeous decor

IJyo

Points +23

Mostly Veg
18 May 2025

味道很豐富

和朋友聚餐,點了三種麵,我覺得素牛肉麵最好吃,湯比較爽口,素肉有種燒鳥的香味,另外兩種太濃,味道重,湯無法喝完,比較像在吃沾麵了。餃子中規中矩,味道很像我媽包的,素水牛炸雞挺好吃的,像ヤンニョムチキン,下次有機會再去嘗嘗鐵板料理,隔壁點的味道好香。

Updated from previous review on 2025-05-18

OllyL96

Points +32

Vegan
18 May 2025

Decent garlicky ramen, there is better though

We both ordered the tonkatsu style ramen with fried garlic oil (one of us added extra soy meat which I would recommend otherwise you only get a couple of small pieces). We tried to add extra noodles as well (because extra noodles always sounds good) but the person taking our order advised to only order those once we’re finished with the regular portion - he was definitely right since the portion was already a decent size and good broth to noodle ratio!

We also ordered sides of the gyoza and the karage (deep fried soy meat with a tartare sauce dip). The gyoza were pretty good, but we have had better in Tokyo. The karage was really juicy (wouldn’t recommend for someone who doesn’t like the texture of meat) and the dip was really good.

We timed it pretty well as we arrived just before 6pm and only had to wait a couple of minutes for a table, and they took our order whilst we were waiting so the food came within 5 minutes. By the time we left there were about 5 groups queuing waiting for a table so it seems like it’s just luck of the draw with timing.

How to find Vegan Bistro Jangara:
Unless you’re staying in the Shibuya area you’ll probably get the train to Harajuku. Once you’re off the train you cross the road, go around the corner to the left, walk down the hill around then it’s just around the next corner to your left. It’s on the 2nd floor of a building and there’s also a hedgehog cafe in the same building. You take a small elevator up to the second floor (the door to the elevator isn’t overly obvious). It’s the only thing on the floor that it’s on, so once you’re out of the elevator you queue inside if there isn’t a table free.

Pros: Fast service

Cons: Slightly tricky to find

ScottySang

Points +73

Vegan
15 May 2025

The BEST place to eat in Japan

This was our favourite restaurant from our whole trip. The second time we went we had to wait 30 mins to get a seat but it was worth it. The ramen was so full of flavour and delicious and the gyozas were great too. A must visit!

jolteonlove

Points +10

Non Veg
15 May 2025

So good but a bit expensive

Probably the best vegan food I've tried so far in Japan, the Buffalo wings are so good and unique from other "meat" and the fries are decent. Loved their ginger ale drink as well!

Pros: Food, Atmosphere

Cons: Expensive

KitanaWins

Points +36

Vegan
15 May 2025

Increíble!

Me encantó la comida y la atención de este restaurante. Hay típica comida japonesa, hamburguesas y postres. Se paga solo con tarjeta.

Pros: Amabilidad , Comida , Rapidez

LillyJansen

Points +36

Vegan
14 May 2025

Lecker!

Sehr lecker😄freundliches Personal

lost_21

Points +356

Vegan
14 May 2025

Easy to find with many options

This place is super easy to find with clear labels outside of the building to get up to the shop. It can get pretty busy so be prepared to wait if you come around lunch time. I got the quesadilla which came with a meaty potato option as well as a Marsala chickpea option. It was pretty tasty and I love that it gave me an option to add gyoza. My husband got the soy based ramen which was also pretty tasty. If you’re coming with people who want multiple options this is your place. It’s not the greatest ever food but it’s satisfying and tasty. Portions are a bit on the smaller side so I’d recommend getting a few things or a set if you’re hungry.

HaikuReview

Points +979

Vegan
11 May 2025

Haiku Review

Lovely space and staff
The ramen was pretty good
My cocktail was stiff

Updated from previous review on 2025-05-11

Pros: Large variety, Friendly staff, Comfortable setting

Cons: Played Disney music

majka24

Points +330

Vegan
09 May 2025

Good option for quick food

Various dishes you can choose from, very friendly service. Would not recommend it for a date or longer dinner; but rather quick meal option. The queue might be long but the staff is really efficient

Kwr_

Points +1700

Vegan
08 May 2025

Decent ramen

The heavier ramens were too rich for me but I enjoyed the lighter ones and the gyoza was good. Reasonable prices. Nothing mind blowing but good. Mostly tourists eating here.

Mrs.Kamelin

Points +2003

Vegan
06 May 2025

Very good ramen

Jangara offers a ramen experience that's truly one of a kind, and in the best way possible. Their unique flavors were a delightful surprise and left a lasting impression. A must try

Updated from previous review on 2025-05-06

Pros: Portions, Prices, Friendly staff

SeitanikKvltist

Points +268

Vegan
05 May 2025

Busy and great

This place was busy af when we got there so we had to wait a bit to be seated. Well worth it.
Great ramen! We had the Karabon and Kobonshan, both were great in their own right.

13stairs

Points +1036

Vegetarian
29 Apr 2025

Good food but kinda overrated

After attempting to eat here at dinner time and quitting that idea due to the very long line at the door, I came back on another day at lunch time. It was much calmer and we only waited for 5-10 minutes before being seated. Staff was nice and spoke English.
I have to say I really wanted to try their food since the pics and reviews online made it look very appealing and one of the best vegan restaurants in Tokyo but I was slightly disappointed.
When trying to order a lunch set menu the salad was already sold out! How does a vegan place run out of salad? 😅
We ended up choosing the soy meat grilled on an iron plate and the Kobonshan ramen. I have to say the soy meat in both dishes didn't have much flavour. The ramen was good but I preferred the garlic oil ramen at Kyushu Jangara Ramen downstairs.
Not sure if I'd go back because their prices were mid, the food was mid and it was kind of a hassle to get a table here.
Personal note: Megan Thee Stallion had food here and I sat on the exact same table and chair as her ✨ lmao

Pros: Great location

Cons: Too famous, it's hard to get a table without wait, Overrated

caracaracara

Points +30

Vegan
28 Apr 2025

Fantastic

Got spicy ramen, gyoza and a shrub.

MeaganKiely

Points +991

Vegan
26 Apr 2025

Japan’s best ramen 🤤

An absolute must! Best ramen I’ve had in all of Japan. Spicy ramen was amazing! Check it out.

Linivini

Points +194

Vegan
25 Apr 2025

Delicious vegan ramen

Loved it very much. Had no problems to find the store and really enjoyed our meal!

Pigeon🐦

Points +44

Vegan
25 Apr 2025

Scharf und lecker

Gar nicht so einfach zu finden da der Eingang etwas versteckt liegt.
Essen ist lecker aber unerwartet scharf.

VeggiLulu

Points +2538

Herbivore
24 Apr 2025

Cheezy curry

The baked cheese curry was good. An slightly spicy curry rice mixes with different vegetables and topped with cheese.
The curry was really good but the cheese tasted like this pre-grated one out of an bag. It was surprisingly cold aswell, as oppose to the hot (!) curry. After mixing everything up it became very creamy and tasty.

Friendly staff.
Nice location

Pros: Many options, Tasty curry

Cons: Only 1 Toilet, Cheese tasted and looked like pre-grated ones

TanMeijun

Points +39

Vegetarian
24 Apr 2025

Vegan Ramen & Sides

nice ambience, constantly having queue, but waiting time is quite fast. Staff is friendly.
Ordered a few dishes and food are delicious.
Will definitely come back for more next trip.

asy137

Points +2382

Vegan
21 Apr 2025

I’m in love

I tried my first ramen (ever) here! And I LOVED IT! I wish I could come back every day!

(If you are not a fun of spicy food, check with the waiter which dishes are best for you).

Updated from previous review on 2025-04-17

Kanjer

Points +313

Vegan
21 Apr 2025

Tasty authentic food

Fully vegan restaurant in Tokyo. Getting there from the street was bit tricky but definitely worth it. We were lucky to be almost immediately seated, later there was quite a queue.
Food was really amazing, gluten-free option also possible and market in the menu. We tried gyoza, Singapore Laksa and vegan karabon.

Pros: Great food, Location , Price

Cons: At pick hour be prepared to wait in a line

sanj123

Points +54

Vegan
20 Apr 2025

Amazing spot for vegans!

The best option for a hearty meal near Yoyogi park. All the dishes we ordered were very fresh.

carolvegan

Points +4671

Vegan
19 Apr 2025

First real Japanese ramen: check!!!

Was soooo delicious!!! We ordered Koboshan and vegetable soy sauce ramen, beers, craft cola soda and caramel nuts cake soy pudding as dessert. Everything without exception was incredible, full of flavour and freshly made!!! My first ever vegan ramen!!! So happy ❤️

jchongster

Points +742

Vegan
19 Apr 2025

Harajuku pit stop

A good spot for ramen while we spent an afternoon in Harajuku. A short wait mid-afternoon, as one would expect for such a busy area. Food was good. No complaints !

vegotanuki

Points +1242

Vegan
16 Apr 2025

Good if you’re not in a hurry

At 3pm on a weekday, it took about 45 minutes to get seated and receive our food, so perhaps not the best place to eat if you’re in a rush - but it’s popular for a reason! I was intrigued by the sound of the grilled cheese curry and it was delicious. Poutine was a little disappointing though - could’ve done with more topping




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