Aichi Prefecture Aichi for visitors from all over the world in preparation for the 2026 Asian Games. Tokoname, in particular, boasts a wide variety of restaurants catering to diverse dietary needs, including vegan, vegetarian, and Muslim-friendly options. Visitors can also enjoy local seasonal produce, fermentation culture, and culinary experiences befitting a town known for its pottery.
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We promote tourism with the slogan "Happy Come On TOKONAME," which expresses our desire that "everyone who visits Tokoname City will be able to experience its various charms, feel happy and joyful, and go home with the power of happiness (happiness) that will give them energy for the next day."
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Table of Contents
- Information about the listed menu
- Traditional Japanese House Space imawo
- Umioto Kitchen
- Ono Town cho Kyoya
- Teapot coffee and vegetarian meals Mem
- Maruha Shokudo Rinku Tokoname
- Chubu Centrair International Airport
- Chubu Centrair International Airport Hotel Cosmos
Information about the listed menu
To help you enjoy food in your own way even while traveling, this Feature Articles compiles and introduces the dietary options available to vegans, vegetarians, and Muslims, based on interviews with various restaurants. Please note that the specific options may vary depending on the restaurant and menu, so please check with each restaurant for details.
Regarding vegan options
This section features menus that do not use animal products such as meat, seafood, eggs, dairy products, and honey. While we have taken care to select ingredients, cooking environments and the handling of seasonings may vary from store to store, so please check with each store in advance if you have any concerns.
Vegetarian options
This section features menus that do not use meat or seafood. These dishes primarily consist of vegetables and grains, offering a safe and enjoyable dining option while traveling. Please note that the use of eggs, dairy products, etc., may vary depending on the restaurant and menu item.
Regarding Muslim-friendly services
We offer menu options that do not contain pork or alcohol to accommodate our Muslim customers. However, please note that these menus are not halal certified, and we may not have dedicated cooking equipment or separate kitchen areas. Thank you for your understanding.
Menu Introduction
Traditional Japanese House Space imawo
Enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine in a renovated old house. Using additive-free seasonings and local vegetables, our concept is "dishes you can eat every day without getting tired of them."
A distinctive feature is that, despite being vegan cuisine, it values being an accessible "gateway" that anyone can easily enjoy.
The second floor houses a general store.
Vegan menu
A brown rice and side dish plate that your body will love.
This healthy lunch plate features brown rice and miso soup, incorporating local ingredients and fermented seasonings. The rice is mainly from the Chita Peninsula, and sometimes even organically grown rice cultivated by the owner himself is used.
The restaurant prioritizes using locally sourced vegetables, primarily from the "Vegetable Village" located on the Pottery Footpath. Because seasonal vegetables are incorporated, the contents of the lunch plate change daily, allowing you to enjoy a different menu almost every day. The classic "Tofu Yurinchi" is a popular dish that you can enjoy whenever you visit.
For seasoning, they use fermented condiments such as soy sauce, tamari, miso, and vinegar, and they choose additive-free ingredients whenever possible. The appeal lies in its gentle flavor, reminiscent of traditional Japanese rice dishes, that you won't tire of even if you eat it every day.
Chilled soy milk sesame tantanmen noodles (with extra brown rice)
This is a limited-time summer cold vegan ramen that combines the richness of soy milk and sesame with the umami of fermented seasonings.
The soup is prepared without heating to preserve the flavor of the fermented seasonings. The soy sauce used is "Warabeuta" from Minamikura Shoten in Tokoname City. The noodles are gluten-free rice flour noodles, and their smooth texture is also a major draw.
Finally, add some brown rice to enjoy the soup to the last drop. ♦ This is a limited-time summer menu item. For availability and the latest information, please check the official Instagram of [Kominka Space imawo].
Edible amulet
This unique dessert features fermented vegan ice cream made with amazake (sweet rice wine) as the base, encased in a monaka (wafer) shell infused with bamboo charcoal.
This playful treat, which is said to make your wish come true if you eat it while making a wish, is perfect to enjoy while strolling along the Pottery Footpath. You can savor the gentle sweetness of the fermentation and the fragrant aroma of the monaka (wafer).
Rice flour chocolate cake
This is a gluten-free chocolate cake made with rice flour. Since it's made without wheat flour, you can enjoy its moist texture and the gentle sweetness of chocolate.
It's popular not only as a dessert after a meal, but also as something to savor slowly during café time. It's a healthy sweet treat that can be enjoyed alongside vegan-friendly lunches.
Old house space imawo
Umioto Kitchen
This restaurant proposes veganism not as a "meal for special people," but as an option that everyone can enjoy. It's a pet-friendly space where you can relax and enjoy the seaside atmosphere.
While the menu doesn't use any animal products, it's characterized by its emphasis on satisfying and filling meals. The homemade vegan mayonnaise and dressings, among other things, make it easy to enjoy vegan cuisine.
Vegan menu
Taco rice
This taco rice is made with all plant-based ingredients, combining carefully prepared minced soy meat with homemade fresh salsa and homemade vegan mayonnaise.
Mixing the salad and rice well brings together the refreshing taste of the salsa, the savory flavor of the soy meat, and the richness of the vegan mayonnaise. Adding the "Haisai Sauce" available at the counter will further enhance the flavor.
Vegetable Curry Rice Plate
This curry rice plate features homemade vegetable paste made by carefully sautéing onions with cumin.
This curry is made with wheat-free curry powder and rice flour, making it gluten-free and vegan. It also contains vegetables such as chickpeas, carrots, and broccoli, making it a dish that offers both a fragrant blend of spices and a satisfying texture.
pancakes
These are gluten-free pancakes made with buckwheat flour and rice flour.
Topped with homemade ice cream made with amazake (sweet rice wine) and soy milk, and using cashews and macadamia nuts in the cream, this dessert is vegan and free of animal products, yet it offers a delightful combination of fluffy, chewy texture and cool ice cream.
Smoothie
A vegan-friendly smoothie made with amazake (sweet rice drink), soy milk, fruits, and vegetables. It's sugar-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a healthy choice.
In addition to the rich "Peanut Butter Smoothie" made with peanut butter, banana, and amazake (sweet rice wine), you can choose from a variety of smoothies to suit your mood, including the refreshing "Green Smoothie" made with spinach and avocado, the pretty "Pink Smoothie" with the vibrant color of beets, and the tropical "Yellow Smoothie" made with mango and pineapple.
Ono Town cho Kyoya
This shop offers traditional Japanese sweets that showcase meticulous craftsmanship, including homemade agar jelly and mochi balls.
One of its charms is the Tokoname atmosphere created by utilizing a renovated old house, allowing you to spend a relaxing time. Inside the shop, you can see pottery and traditional crafts, including Tokoname ware, made by the owner.
The garden visible from the window is also beautiful, making it a great place to take a break during a stroll around town.
Vegan and vegetarian menu
Shiratama Anmitsu
This popular Japanese sweet features homemade mochi balls and agar jelly.
While it's usually served with ice cream and whipped cream, we can prepare it without them for vegans.
This is a quintessential Japanese sweet, featuring gently sweet red bean paste, smooth agar jelly, and chewy mochi balls.
Machiya Coffee
This dish features coffee from "Shiinoki," a coffee roaster in Tokoname City, served with gently sweet red bean paste.
This menu item, typical of Tokoname, allows you to enjoy aromatic coffee and traditional Japanese sweets together.
Matcha
Enjoy a relaxing cup of matcha tea in the tranquil atmosphere of a traditional Japanese house.
It's also a great place to relax and enjoy the garden while strolling around town.
Ono Town Kyoya
Teapot coffee and vegetarian meals Mem
This restaurant was created with the belief that "creating a place where everyone can enjoy a meal together" and with the desire to "provide a place where vegans can eat out without any trouble."
This restaurant features coffee brewed in Tokoname ware teapots and vegetarian dishes made with local ingredients. The Tokoname seasoning brings out the natural flavors of the ingredients, and even though the menu does not use any animal products, you can enjoy a satisfying meal.
Vegan menu
Vegetarian meals
This colorful plate meal features ingredients from the Chita Peninsula.
Using plenty of local vegetables, the dishes are prepared with a gentle flavor that brings out the deliciousness of the ingredients.
The menu changes weekly, so you can enjoy a different meal each time you visit. You can enjoy a satisfying and healthy meal even while traveling.
Maruha Shokudo Rinku Tokoname
Maruha Shokudo is famous for its huge fried shrimp! Look for the Tokonyan mascot holding a fried shrimp on top of the building. The fried shrimp is crispy and juicy. This is one of Nagoya's most famous dishes, and you can enjoy it here in Tokoname. We also recommend the fresh sashimi delivered directly from our Toyohama main store.
When you think of Maruha Shokudo, you think of their huge fried shrimp!
The landmark is "Tokonyan" holding a fried shrimp on top of the building.
The fried shrimp are crispy and juicy. This is one of the prefecture's most famous dishes, and it's even recognized as a Nagoya specialty, and you can enjoy it here in Tokoname. We also recommend the fresh sashimi delivered directly from our Toyohama main store.
Muslim-friendly menu
Maru is taking Ume-san's course this month.
This course includes sashimi, a small side dish, one fried shrimp, grilled fish, two seasonal dishes, rice, and miso soup.
Since you can also enjoy seasonal dishes, this restaurant is recommended for those who want to enjoy a hearty meal, especially focusing on seafood.
♦If you wish to change the contents of your order, please feel free to contact the store.
Maruha Shokudo (Central Japan International Airport branch) Maruha Shokudo Rinku Tokoname
There are other vegan, vegetarian, and Muslim-friendly restaurants too!
Chubu Centrair International Airport
Chubu Centrair International Airport has restaurants offering menus that cater to diverse culinary cultures, making it convenient for meals before or after departure.
Chubu Centrair International Airport Hotel Cosmos
For guests staying at the Chubu Centrair International Airport Hotel, several breakfast options are available that do not use animal-derived ingredients such as meat, fish, eggs, or dairy products.
In addition to Bolognese and pizza, you can also enjoy dishes made with soy meat, such as fried chicken and mapo tofu.
♦We will be closed for a private event from September 19th (Sat) to October 4th (Sun). Please check for the latest information before visiting.
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