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Vegan-friendly
International
Japanese
Western
Salad bar
Breakfast
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Vegan-friendly restaurant inside the IMU traveler’s hotel. Serves a vegan full-course omakase dinner (reservation required 2 days in advance), and 4 types of vegan breakfasts daily. Reservations for dinner can be made via phone or through Instagram DM (English is OK). Open Mon-Sun 7:00am-10:00am, 5:00pm-11:00pm.
22 Reviews
First Review by YasashiiPlanet
Llamsy
Points +57
don't think that's vegan - Edit
"vegan" for the staff includes Eggs and condensed Milk. We ate there 3 times during our stay and none of the vegan options turned out to be actually vegan. there was either eggs inside or condensed milk used for preparation. Maybe if prompted the staff would remove thinks, but we did not say anything at the time.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-02-17
KataokaDaiki
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for visiting us multiple times during your stay.
Read moreWe're sorry to hear that there was confusion regarding our vegan offerings. We understand how important clear menu information is, especially for guests following a vegan diet.
We do offer vegan options and are always happy to accommodate dietary preferences, but we sincerely apologize if our menu presentation was unclear or led to any misunderstanding during your visits. We appreciate your feedback and will continue working to make our menu easier to understand for all guests.
Thank you again for bringing this to our attention. Your comments help us improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
VSB108
Points +19
Open early and great breakfast - Edit
Knowing how most places in Japan open late! This place has a great “French” toast vegan plate! It’s light and fluffy and it comes with a salad and vegetables! You can also serve yourself granola, fresh juices, vegan yogurt, mini pancakes to accompany your main dish! Came here daily, because it was close by and opened early! They have also had other vegan curry plate if you want to change it up
Read moreKataokaDaiki
We're delighted to hear that our vegan French toast became a highlight of your stay and that you enjoyed our breakfast offerings so much that you visited us multiple times.
Read moreIt means a great deal to know that you appreciated the buffet items, fresh juice, vegan yogurt, and the variety of options available. Creating a satisfying and accessible vegan breakfast experience is something our team is passionate about.
Thank you again for your kind words and support. We look forward to welcoming you back and hope you'll have the chance to try our vegan curry on your next visit.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
HokutoShinken
Points +62
Beautiful menu - Edit
Been there several times. The menu is beautiful and contains special dishes that are developed by a passionate and considerate chef.
Read moreVery happy Kyoto has such a place.
Pros: Special dishes, Quiet place, Opened for dinne4
KataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for visiting us several times.
Read moreWe're truly honored by your kind words about our menu and our chef. A great deal of thought, care, and creativity goes into developing each dish, so it's especially rewarding to know that this was reflected in your experience.
We're also grateful that you appreciate the atmosphere of our restaurant and our evening dining service. Hearing that you're happy to have a place like OKI in Kyoto means a great deal to our entire team.
Thank you again for your continued support. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
tatotherogue
Points +302
Amazing staff, great food - Edit
I had the bibimbap bowl which was so light,l and filling at the same time, and I still felt so healthy! Also had the spicy tofu which was delicious.
Read moreThe staff here are so kind and accommodating. After other plans falling through and generally being visibly frustrated, we arrived just before the kitchen was due to close, but they kept it open long enough for us to order.
Pros: Amazing staff, Great food, Lots of options
KataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your photos. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the bibimbap bowl and spicy tofu. It means a lot to us that you found the meal both satisfying and nourishing.
We're especially grateful for your kind words about our team. We know that travel plans don't always go as expected, and we're happy that we could help make your evening a little easier. Providing a warm and welcoming experience for our guests is something we truly care about.
Thank you again for your support. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to OKI on your next visit to Kyoto.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
TomRajagopalan
Points +646
Great food in a convenient location - Edit
The vegan options are plentyful and really tasty! The staff are also very accommodating and lovely, as we were caught needing to find another dinner option with most places closed unexpectedly, they allowed us to come in right at kitchen closing time and served us promptly, politely and with really lovely hot food.
Read moreReally appreciate all their help and the food was brilliant to top it off!
Pros: Good vegan variety, Lovely and accommodating staff, Convenient location
KataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your photos. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our vegan options and found them both plentiful and delicious. It also means a great deal to us that you appreciated the hospitality of our team.
We're especially happy that we could be there for you when your evening plans unexpectedly changed. We always strive to provide a warm and welcoming experience for our guests, and we're glad we could help make your evening a little more enjoyable.
Thank you again for your kind words about our food, service, and location. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back to OKI on your next visit to Kyoto.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
emkoi
Points +3029
Convenient - Edit
[Visited May 2024]
Read moreThis restaurant is part of a hotel.
My friend and I had dinner and shared a soup, curry, noodles, mushroom ‘pizzas’, and a tofu dessert. Overall, the food was pretty alright, although nothing spectacular. It was convenient as we arrived to Kyoto that same evening and many places were closed (we wanted to stay somewhat near to Kyoto station).
KataokaDaiki
Thank you for your review and for sharing your photos. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're glad that our location near Kyoto Station was convenient for your first evening in Kyoto and that you chose to dine with us during your visit.
Thank you for trying a variety of dishes from our menu. We appreciate your honest feedback and are always looking for ways to improve and create more memorable dining experiences for our guests.
We truly appreciate your visit and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
Tsukimi
Points +8151
Many vegan options! And resonable! - Edit
I came for dinner.
Read moreCurry was a bit spicy but good.
The egg sandwich was also yummy.
The menu is diverse and even offers gluten-free and oriental vegan options.
Very cozy lounge vibe.
The staff is fluent in English.
Prices are cheap compared to other vegan places in Kyoto.
Updated from previous review on 2025-03-05
KataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your review and for sharing your photos. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the variety of our vegan options, as well as the curry and vegan egg sandwich. It also means a lot to us that you appreciated our gluten-free choices, lounge atmosphere, and English-speaking team.
We're especially grateful that you took the time to update your review. Since your visit, we have continued to refine and expand our menu, with new seasonal dishes and plant-based creations regularly being introduced.
Thank you again for your support. We hope to welcome you back to OKI and share some of our newer menu items with you on your next visit to Kyoto.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
MadKwan
Points +73
Delicious dinner, rough environment - Edit
I came here with my mom excited to try their vegan dishes! We had worried about not having a reservation, but we're just confused as regular dinner service does not require reservation, just the special coursed set meal!
Read moreWe had the korean vegetable pancakes for apps, which were amazing! I wish I had more! And then for dinner shared a veggie curry and the fricasse! The curry was so flavourful and amazing with the rice. The fricasse sauce was to die for, but I found it a bit small and not as flavourful as the curry.
My only qualm with this location was that it sits at the base of a hotel. The day we were there, there was a large group of adults with a bunch of kids. The kids were running around, jumping under tables and getting in the way of servers the whole time. There is a little play area beside the restaurant in open concept in the lobby part, so they kept running back and forth. Though I don't think this was any part on the staff, it if anything made me feel bad for them seeing them hurdling around the children who were not being controlled by their parents.
Definitely would love to come back to try the breakfast or the set course one day as I've heard great things about those too!
Pros: Amazing vegan options, Flavourful sauces, Aesthetic plating
Cons: In hotel lobby, Menu/reservation was confusing before arrival, Fricasse was smaller
KataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for sharing your photos. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're delighted to hear that you and your mother enjoyed the Korean vegetable pancakes, curry, and fricassee, and that you appreciated the flavors and presentation of our dishes. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team.
We also appreciate your feedback regarding the reservation information and dining environment. We understand how important a comfortable dining experience is, and we're grateful that you shared your observations with us. Feedback like yours helps us continue improving both our communication and guest experience.
Thank you as well for your understanding regarding the hotel lobby setting. We're especially grateful for your kind comments about our staff.
We're thrilled to hear that you'd like to return for breakfast or our vegan course menu. Since your visit, we've continued to refine and expand our offerings, and we'd be delighted to welcome you back to experience them.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
tiffyday
Points +2209
Delicious, highly recommend! - Edit
We've discovered there are very limited vegan breakfast options in Osaka - we've mainly been eating at Veg Out or Starbucks (who have plant-based options). But wow, I'm glad we kept scrolling and found this place - the food was amazing and relatively cheap compared to elsewhere! We had the vegan french toast and it was delicious. They also have a buffet offering vegan pikelets with various toppings. Highly recommend for vegan breakfast - I'd give 5 stars if I could!
Read moreKataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your photos. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're delighted to hear that you discovered us and enjoyed your breakfast experience. Knowing that our vegan French toast, buffet offerings, and plant-based breakfast options stood out during your visit truly means a lot to us.
We're especially grateful for your kind words about the value of the experience and your recommendation to fellow vegan travelers. Creating satisfying and accessible vegan dining options in Kyoto is something our team is very passionate about.
Thank you again for your support. We hope to welcome you back the next time you're in Kyoto and share even more of our seasonal menu with you.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
cga203
Points +87
Good for vegan breakfast - Edit
We went for breakfast and they have about 3 vegan options and 3 vegetarian options. Everything was really good. The combos are nice and include a small salad and you can get some small vegan pancake with vegan yogurth for free plus juice, coffee and other soft beverages.
Read moreKataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for visiting us for breakfast. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our breakfast and that the combination of the main dishes, salad, vegan pancakes, vegan yogurt, and drinks helped make your morning enjoyable.
At the time of your visit, our menu focused entirely on plant-based dining, and we're grateful that you appreciated the variety and value we aimed to provide.
Thank you for your kind words and support. Since then, our menu has continued to evolve, but our passion for creating delicious vegetable-focused dishes remains the same.
We hope to welcome you back to Kyoto and have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
Hanna3933
Points +1134
So good breakfast! - Edit
The food was absolutely delicious!
Read moreThe seasoning on the Japanese-style plate was especially perfect.
I also really enjoyed the green smoothie from the drink bar—I went back for seconds!
The French toast plate was good, with the French toast itself being very tasty, though the accompanying cooked vegetables had a bit of an unusual flavor.
Even though we came from another hotel, the staff treated us with great care.
I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to try a traditional Japanese breakfast.
KataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your photos. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your breakfast with us, especially our Japanese-style breakfast plate and green smoothie. Hearing that you went back for a second glass of the smoothie truly made us smile.
We're also grateful for your comments about the French toast and for your honest feedback regarding the vegetables. Feedback like yours helps us continue refining our dishes and guest experience.
It means a great deal to know that you felt welcomed by our team, even while staying at another hotel. Providing warm hospitality to all of our guests is something we care deeply about.
Since your visit, our menu has evolved significantly, with many new seasonal dishes and vegetable-focused creations added over time. We would be delighted to share them with you should your travels bring you back to Kyoto.
Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to OKI on your next visit to Kyoto.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
itsrinokt_
Points +6462
Lovely - Edit
Their dishes are mostly vegan friendly, but they have some non-vegan options.
Read moreVegan Katsu burger and sweet potato sherbet were my favorites! They also have a vegan breakfast menu. I would love to try it when I stay in the hotel where this restaurant is located.
Updated from previous review on 2024-03-22
KataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your lovely review and for sharing your photos. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the vegan katsu burger and sweet potato sherbet. It's always wonderful to know when particular dishes leave a lasting impression on our guests.
We're also grateful that you highlighted our vegan-friendly offerings. Since your visit, our menu has continued to evolve, with new seasonal dishes and plant-based creations regularly being introduced.
Thank you as well for mentioning our breakfast menu. We'd be delighted to welcome you back in the future, whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and share some of our newer menu items with you.
We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you again on your next visit to Kyoto.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
woutergm
Points +187
Hotel bar - vegan options - Edit
Nice setting. Not haute cuisine but decent and enough choice
Read moreKataokaDaiki
Thank you for your review. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and appreciated the variety of vegan options available during your visit.
Since your visit, our menu has continued to evolve with new seasonal dishes and vegetable-focused creations, while maintaining the welcoming and relaxed atmosphere that our guests enjoy.
Thank you again for your support. We hope to welcome you back to OKI on your next visit to Kyoto.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
iokan
Points +2257
(almost) vegan hotel in central Kyoto - Edit
When I read about a vegan hotel on Happy Cow, I did not look any further and booked a room at the IMU Hotel in Kyoto. It's rather popular, because even while booking months in advance only the tatami room was available. A tatami room is a multi functional room because furniture can be moved depending on the use. During the day a table can be put on the floor, during the night futons can be put there. The futons differ from those in traditional "ryokans" because they are much easier to install.
Read moreThe tatami room is by far the largest room in the hotel, offering space for 4 people. The bathroom is the same size as all the other rooms. During my one week stay I did not hear much noise from other rooms, but a lot from outside. I did notice a moldy smell in the hallways and staircases, even though the hotel had air conditioners running 24 hours (to remove that smell?) in public spaces. The wifi is rather quick, which allowed me to send big files to my office and even use the streaming device (Apple TV / Google Chrome cast) and game console I brought with me.
Rather inconvenient: there's no safe in the room, therefore I had to carry my laptop, game console and expensive DSLR camera with me everywhere. For breakfast, lunch and every single walk outside the hotel I had to carry a heavy and bulky backpack because there's no safe in the room. Storing luggage before or after staying is possible, but this is just a lock on a wire and your luggage is exposed to all people in the lobby. So again I needed to lug the heavy backpack around.
So how about the food? First of all, IMU is no longer a fully vegan hotel. The in house restaurant serves meat and eggs, but the menu is still focused on vegan food (as is the staff). The breakfast is not the usual buffet style, but instead 4 set menus are offered. 2 of these are vegan: a Western and a Japanese style breakfast. I chose the Japanese option every day and it consists of rice, soup (corn or carrot), fried tofu, a tiny salad, pickled vegetables and a piece of fruit. It's so tasty and nutritious that it made a fantastic start to my days. I wish I could make such a breakfast at home!
Although Kyoto has a lot of vegan and vegetarian restaurants, they all seem to have weird opening hours. For example, from 11 am to 15 pm or only on alternate days, etc. Because of several disappointing experiences in a row (closed, sold out, reservation only) I ended up using the IMU kitcken a lot (only breakfast and dinner, no lunch).
Pros: (mostly) vegan kitchen, cheap (but simple), nice location
Cons: no safe in the room
KataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your detailed review and for spending a full week with us. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're delighted to hear that our Japanese-style vegan breakfast became such a memorable part of your stay. Knowing that you enjoyed it every morning and found it both nutritious and satisfying is truly rewarding for our team.
We're also grateful that you chose to dine with us throughout your visit and appreciated our plant-focused menu, convenient location, and welcoming atmosphere.
At the same time, we sincerely appreciate your constructive feedback regarding room amenities, luggage storage, noise, and other aspects of your stay. Guest feedback like yours helps us better understand where improvements can be made, and we thank you for taking the time to share your experience in such detail.
Since your visit, our menu has continued to evolve with new seasonal dishes and vegetable-focused creations, while maintaining the spirit of accessible and enjoyable plant-based dining that you experienced during your stay.
Thank you again for your thoughtful review and support. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Kyoto in the future.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
NielsdeWinter
Points +243
Lovely all vegan hotel - Edit
Stayed here for three nights and had a very nice stay in this all vegan hotel. The service was very good, the rooms are well equipped and comfortable and the breakfast (and lunch) with organic vegetables were very tasty. Bonus points for the complementary free sake for guests during happy hour.
Read morePros: Clean and comfortable rooms, Tasty breakfast and lunch
Cons: The windows of the room could not open
KataokaDaiki
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for staying with us for three nights. Please accept our apologies for the delayed response.
Read moreWe're delighted to hear that you had an enjoyable stay and appreciated our service, comfortable rooms, and meals featuring organic vegetables. It's especially rewarding to know that our breakfast and lunch helped make your stay memorable.
We're also happy to hear that you enjoyed our complimentary sake happy hour. It's always a pleasure to share a little extra hospitality with our guests.
Thank you as well for your feedback regarding the room windows. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
Since your visit, our restaurant and menu have continued to evolve, while maintaining our commitment to creating enjoyable vegetable-focused dining experiences.
Thank you again for your support. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Kyoto in the future.
Warm regards,
The OKI Team
Guest
UzairSaadat
Points +51
Really good vegan breakfast food - Edit
Had the complimentary breakfast which was vegan and even impressed my non vegan friends. Only cons are that it is quite confusing when dinner and lunch is available, as sometimes reservation is required, or after certain hours.
Read morePros: Tasty vegan food , Modern vegan cuisine , Excellent use of vegetables
Cons: Hard to understand the options for dinner
KataokaDaiki
Thank you for your review.
Read moreI'm sorry that the dinner information was difficult to understand.
We started serving a la carte dishes so next time when you come to Oki, I hope you will enjoy our dishes.
We are looking forward to seeing you again. Thank you for staying at our hotel.
Guest
wormcloud
Points +223
Great course dinner. Fully vegan kitchen now. - Edit
Great value and fully vegan now
Read morePros: Great hotel , Good for kids, Friendly service
KataokaDaiki
Thank you for your review!
Read moreWe are happy that you have enjoyed dishes.
We have a la carte menus now so when you have a chance to visit Kyoto, please use our restaurant again.
Guest
katherine22311
Points +120
Great dinner for cheap price - Edit
Amazing vegan food. I had the vegan curry which is very easy to spot as they have “V2” beside vegan options. Multiple vegan options. Very yummy and reasonably priced
Read morePros: Good price, Multiple vegan options, Delicious
Cons: None
KataokaDaiki
Thank you for your kindly comment! :))
Read moreWe would like to serve vegan option and hopefully you like it.
I hope you come back again later!
Thank you a lot.
Guest
和泉竣也
Points +29
Casual Vegan Menue! :) - Edit
It's really cozy lounge and there is a restaurant inside the IMU HOTEL KYOTO.
Read moreYou can chose from 2 types of vegan breakfast and you can ask ti the chef if you would like to eat something vegan even dinner time! ;)
I like this cozy lounge so much!
Breakfast: AM 7:00-AM 11:00
(LO AM 10:30)
Dinner: PM 6:00-PM 23:00
(LO PM 22:30)
Pros: Excellent breakfast menue., Price is reasonable., Flexible for vegan.
KataokaDaiki
Thank you for your pictures you uploaded this page! ;)
Read moreWe do appreciate your cooperation to us.
I hope you come back and enjoy the meals again.
Guest
ChisayoTamaki
Points +50
very vegan friendly hotel ！ - Edit
breakfast, lunch, dinner, all time have vegan menu. I love vegan ell-donburi (unagi-bonburi) for breakfast ！
Read morePros: The chef is vegan friendly and familiar
KataokaDaiki
Hello!
Read moreThank you for your lovely comment to us.
We have also "vegan course" lunch which is reservation require.
If you would like to try it please let us know!
Guest
Kevin_
Points +17
A good restaurant with vegetarian and vegan option - Edit
I went there with my family last week and it was a good experience.
Read moreThey have choices for vegan and vegetarian people.
I recommend .
KataokaDaiki
Thank you for your kindly comment for us!! :))
Read moreI hope you and family will come again and enjoy our meals.
Thank you so much.
Guest
YasashiiPlanet
Points +41
A new, reasonable hotel with vegan options for breakfast, lunch and dinner! - Edit
I stayed here for my solo travel. It’s new and cheaper than normal hotels, and many customers are young foreign travelers and families. I was so happy to have vegan breakfasts at a hotel(a rare find in Japan)!
Read moreBreakfast (¥780 for drop-in) - I recommend Japanese vegan meal (D set). Vegan eel bowl with Japanese tea soup(ヴィーガン鰻のひつまぶし), tofu, veggie deli, fruits, salad /drink bar. Foreign vegan meal is seasonal - I had a tomato soup, baguette, veggie deli, fruits and salad/drink bar. The soup was too sweet and baguette was just ok.
Lunch - tofu steak and curry.
Pros: Vegan breakfast, lunch and dinner at a hotel , Salad/ drink bar for breakfast , They are trying very hard to cater to vegans :’)
Cons: Not too impressive, but right for the price
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