Vegan
Japanese
Macrobiotic
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Casual and bright space. Offers macrobiotic lunch set, sweets, and a vegan ice cream counter. Also has pizza, pasta, and sushi. Serves alcohol. 2-5pm is cafe only: cake or coffee. Reported closed April 2025.
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Last update on 23 Apr 2025 by harrisonfm
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10 Reviews
First Review by CharlotteDrene
ElectricVegan-EVManJp
Points +839
A Cozy Vegan Gem (Closing Soon!) - Edit
Read moreVEGECAFE LOTUS is an absolutely charming vegan café set in a cute house with lovely wooden decking outside. I visited for breakfast, but unfortunately, due to being understaffed, they were only able to prepare for lunch, so I settled for a pineapple crumble cake and a soy latte—both of which were delicious.
The atmosphere inside is warm and welcoming, with a strong focus on a natural and sustainable lifestyle. Even the scents used in the bathroom are made from natural products! The part-time worker, Kai, spoke fluent English, making it easy for international visitors to feel at home.
One sad piece of news: the café is closing at the end of March 2025—not because of a lack of popularity, but simply because they don’t have enough staff to keep up with demand. If true, this is truly unfortunate, as it’s such a wonderful place. I really hope they can find a way to reopen in the future.
They have parking for about five cars, so if you’re in the area, I highly recommend stopping by to enjoy their amazing vegan cakes while you still can!
Pros: Overal vibes , Cakes
Cons: It’s going to close!!!
Guest
JazzyW
Points +31
A must visit vegan spot for everyone! - Edit
The cafe's atmosphere was very cozy and quiet, the staffs are very kind and attentive.
Read moreYou can enjoy alone or with friends, they sell books and other stuffs related to health and ethical lifestyles by the entrance.
The lunch menu changes every 2 weeks, the time I visited was vegan Karaage(fried chicken made out of soy meat) set, added a dessert option with housemade vegan ice cream which was very healthy and tasty(they even invented the original gluten free cone!)
I would call their dishes as pieces of art, as you eat and being in the place you can feel their love and peaceful energy. I read the introduction info about their philosophy of wholesome lifestyle placed on each table in Japanese and really wished I could come here often.
Even you're not vegan or vegetarian, this place is for everyone who wants to eat healthy and get inspired to live well!
Don't forget to check out the store called "Genki Plus" which is just opposite of the cafe, owned by the same owner and you can get all the health related products!
Updated from previous review on 2025-03-07
Pros: So many options to choose from, The atmosphere was so peaceful, The staffs are very attentive
Guest
Lucy.eisi
Points +43
Enjoyable experience - Edit
Went here with my host family. It was one of the only vegan restaurants here in this area! Therefore very happy to find such a perfect, healthy vegan experience.
Read moreI would give it a 5 star but for me, some of the food wasn't to my liking (I like cake with more sugar in it)
I would still recommend this restaurant!
Pros: lots of vegan sweets and meals, healthy and big portions , fully vegan restaurant
Cons: some cake might taste a little bitter -> no sugar
Guest
AnuradhaRangaswamy
Points +23
Amazing flavourful vegan food - Edit
I have been touring Japan for the past 2 weeks and found this excellent vegan cafe. I stopped for lunch at 1:50 PM and had their burger, spaghetti, maple ice cream. I was tired with bland vegan food all over Nagoya and found this gem a little far from the city. It was totally worth it!
Read morePros: Tasty vegan food, Many ice creams and cakes
Cons: Little far from Nagoya if you are travelling
Guest
Hemena
Points +191
An absolute gem in this area - Edit
Edit 7/2022: I'm still coming back to this café as much as I can. I have probably gone through seven point cards already.
Read more2020: The atmosphere and service is great and the food tastes amazing! They are also promoting a zero waste lifestyle, even though it could still be improved. They have sets for breakfast, lunch, and a great variety of desserts (please note that they have paused dinner options since 2018/7 and they haven't announced when they will have it back yet). If you take a look on their blog, you can find out what the dish of the week is. Under "Access" you can also check the times for lunch and coffee. I'm happy to have found this gem! It's definitely not the cheapest, but it's worth it (for the dish of the week with a drink and dessert set I payed a total of 2000 Yen). I have a point card now and will definitely come here more regularly!
Updated from previous review on 2022-07-23
Pros: completely vegan, outdoor seating, to go available
Guest
mahiru
Points +33
Perfect cafe for vegan - Edit
I go to this cafe 2times a month.
Read moreThis cafe always serves a menu of various ideas macrobiotic meals.
Lunch set offers pasta, curry, hamburger and brown rice vegetable plate. Sweets and a vegan ice cream are also abundant.
"Vege Plate with Brown Rice" 's menu changes every 2weeks.
The dishes are lightly seasoned to take advantage of the taste of the ingredients, and uses organic vegetables and additive-free seasonings.
The sweetener uses agave syrup.
The atmosphere is very good.
Access: Take a bus from Toyohashi Station to “Iwatadanchi” (Platform 4). Get off at "Nakaiwata 3chome". Then walk 2 minutes.
Updated from previous review on 2019-12-10
Pros: A variety of creative dishes
Guest
mayatalise
Points +811
Good food, great desserts - Edit
We ordered the set meal with veggie steak and the vegan burger, which were both delicious. But the desserts and lattes were amazing. I would come here just for the desserts and coffee.
Read moreGuest
nogonoma
Points +21
Tasty lunch menu - Edit
I was taken here by a family member who knows it's hard for me to find vegan restaurant food in Japan. Lunch menu was tasty and had good variety. Desserts were good and the ice cream was delicious. Love the atmosphere. My 3-year old daughter enjoyed her lunch as well.
Read morePros: food, atmosphere, ice cream
Cons: location a little far from main train station
Guest
daninhavegan
Points +198
Diversified vegan food - Edit
Very delicious and they have many options of ice cream.
Read moreBeside of the restaurant, they also have a "natural store" which sells many things and also vegan products. The owner is very kind, very good service!
Guest
CharlotteDrene
Points +163
delicious - Edit
This place is crazy beautiful. [censored] the food is good. I had a burger and much of a friends bowl of spaghetti and meatballs. And also had chocolate cake. And also had a muffin. And also had a brownie. And also had ice cream from their extensive ice cream bar. And got two more muffins and a fruit bread to take out.
Read moreI feel ill, what have I done to myself.
No regrets. I'm going to eat another muffin now.
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