Tokyo Vegan Ramen Tour Review: A Tasty 2-Hour Adventure

Thinking about checking out Tokyo’s vegan ramen scene? I went on the “Tokyo 2-Hour Vegan and Vegetarian Ramen Guided Walking Tour,” and I figured I’d give you the lowdown. Tokyo is, after all, famous for its ramen, so too it’s almost mandatory to try some while visiting. Turns out, finding vegetarian and especially vegan options can, arguably, be a bit tricky. So, that’s where this tour came in, seemingly promising a fuss-free and super yummy experience. I want to share what I discovered, so you can get a better sense of whether or not this might be something you’d appreciate too.

What to Expect From the Vegan Ramen Tour

Okay, so what do you get with this ramen tour? The big selling point, that is, the main attraction, is the chance to taste test multiple types of vegan and vegetarian ramen, often hidden gems that you might easily miss, you know. It’s usually a smaller group setting, which, honestly, I like – makes it much easier to ask questions and chat with the tour leader. The pace is, really, pretty relaxed; it is not some mad dash across Tokyo, which I definitely appreciated, you know? That also usually includes a guide who knows a bunch about ramen history, that, is to say its regional variations, and, very, about the vegan scene in Tokyo, too. I mean, really, this sounds awesome, right? You are also usually getting all the ramen samples included in the total cost of the experience.

Finding Vegan Food in Tokyo

If you have ever traveled as a vegan or vegetarian, that is, someone who’s restricted in diet, then you understand how crucial it is to do, still, some homework, you know? Typically, traditional Japanese food, apparently, uses fish-based ingredients like dashi in lots of things. While Tokyo offers tons of eating places, hunting down genuinely vegan spots sometimes feels a bit like trying to find a needle in, still, a haystack, you know? Tours like this one help because they’ve apparently already pre-screened a bunch of places that meet dietary requirements, right? Plus, I would guess, it means you don’t have to spend ages reading labels or asking servers about ingredients, you know. It’s that element of just being able to relax and enjoy the food, really.

The Ramen We Sampled

Right, so let’s chat ramen! On my particular tour, we stopped at two quite distinct ramen restaurants. The first, that is, our initial stop, was more of a modern place that did completely innovative takes on classic ramen flavors, you know? I had a miso ramen with the creamiest broth I think I’ve had in a while—it’s a blend of different plant-based milks to get that creaminess. Plus, too it’s almost they threw in these little fried tofu pieces that were just awesome. Okay, next up? A much more family-run joint; arguably, this gave the whole thing this cozy feeling, that. This place was completely specialized in veggie ramen, that. Their signature was, more or less, a soy sauce-based broth filled with locally-sourced veggies, that is to say ingredients grown close by, you know? The noodles also felt a bit different – they told us they make them on site, too. I mean, that is amazing. For sure worth it to compare each ramen type.

What I Really Enjoyed

What did I like the best? Probably, very, a mix of things, truthfully. I enjoyed trying a type of thing that I would not typically think to try, that is, all the really cool kinds of vegan ramen out there, so that’s awesome. It was interesting to hear all the facts from our guide. And even beyond this, I really liked just wandering around a different area of Tokyo, arguably, getting to feel a bit more local than tourist. Plus, you could almost ask any and all the dumb tourist questions without feeling silly, since the guide is definitely used to it, right?

Things to Keep in Mind

Before you go clicking “book now,” that is to say making a final purchase, think over a couple things. So, it’s a walking tour, you’re definitely moving, that, is to say plan on walking around outside for the whole two hours or so. Typically, wear shoes that are super comfy, especially if it’s warm, right? Think a little bit on the kind of foods you enjoy. You are usually going to have ramen, right? It’s ramen tour. Though, it is beneficial if you like veggie-forward flavors, right? Also, usually consider your tolerance for certain food consistencies or spice, as you know you will get a broad sampling. All said, they are, by the way, super careful to ask if you are allergic to different common ingredients ahead of, too it’s almost everything. You might have some, just a little time between stops, though usually you eat ramen quickly. All said, being hungry at the meeting spot never hurt anyone, right?

Is This Ramen Tour Really Worth It?

Right, so here is, seemingly, the big question: is the tour valuable? Arguably, I think that it can be, that. Especially if you are new-ish to Tokyo or aren’t super experienced at searching out niche eating spots, too. If your time in Tokyo is limited, this definitely helps to get some interesting ramen into your trip, that, too it’s almost helps a bunch to pack your visit. I mean, also it’s pretty chill. It’s fun to talk with fellow travelers and grab a bunch of insider tips about where to go. I would feel that If you consider ramen a basic food group or have some strong appreciation for yummy vegan fare, this tour can probably add flavor, basically, to your visit to Tokyo, you know?

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