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Best Vegetarian in Osaka

While Japan is not the easiest place for vegetarians, as most dishes usually contain dashi (a skipjack bonito broth), major cities like Osaka do have some vegetarian-friendly restaurants. Here are some recommended vegetarian restaurants in Osaka for you to check out.

Yasai wo Taberu Curry camp
Yasai wo Taberu Curry camp - image © Florentyna Leow
  • Yasai wo Taberu Curry camp (Kita; budget to moderate)
    Located in Ekimae Marche, a shopping complex attached to Osaka Station, camp curry is a great choice for both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Think delicious curry packed to the max with fresh, sweet vegetables. The meat is optional and there are meat-free sauces too!
  • Green Earth (Central; budget)
    Green Earth is one of Osaka’s longest-running vegetarian restaurants. Its enduring popularity is no surprise: the mostly vegan food is delicious, the staff are friendly, and dining there is an altogether pleasant experience!
  • Organic & Vegetarian Cafe Alt (Minami; budget to moderate)
    Tucked away just off the main drag of Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade, Cafe Atl is a favourite with vegetarians for its reasonably-priced set meals and tasty vegan cakes. The only downside is that they’re not open for dinner - they close at 5pm.
  • Saijiki (Minami; budget to moderate)
    Vegetarians can feel a little left out in meat-hungry Osaka, but don’t despair – head to Saijiki, which is located on the 6th floor of the huge Namba Parks shopping complex. They serve an all-you-can-eat vegetarian buffet for Y1,888. It tends to be crowded at lunchtime.

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