Explore Japan

Best Eats and Hidden Gems

Aired: April 1, 2022 (UTC)


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There are as many dietary lifestyles as there are cultures in the world. Is it possible to follow religious or moral dietary restrictions in Japan?

Harry Sugiyama will answer that question by exploring Japan’s growth of vegan, vegetarian, and halal-friendly restaurants and shops.
Can vegetarians comfortably visit Japan? Where in Tokyo is Islamic Street?
Is there such a thing as vegan desert? Find out the answers to these questions and more while exploring the cutting edge of Japanese food diversity. Not to mention some dos and don’ts to help navigate the formalized Japanese gourmet scene.

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