Washoku always contains some fish or at times meat. (traditionally anyway) you could go to any though and just not eat those dishes, kind of a waste though or try to ask them not to include them. There used to be a Tofu restaurant in OCAT that was totally vegetarian but not sure if it's still there sorry. The average Japanese restaurant will assume seafood is ok for vegetarians and also using meat based ingredients as long as they aren't visible is also ok in most places in my experience anyway. Or maybe this is ok http://r.gnavi.co.jp/c823900/
Ann A. replied:
It really Depends on how strict they are to be honest. If they can look the other way to dashi then you can do mochi and cheese okonmiyaki, yaki soba, etc (without meat). Tofu traditional style restaurants such as Ume no Hana is great for a special meal. Book in advance and let them know you need a vegetarian menu. http://www.umenohana.co.jp/
Victoria G. replied:
Check out happycow.com.
Brett G. replied:
Madras Kitchen offers South Indian food. Not vegan but vegetarian. If you like Dosa then check it out. It's in Kobe for when you take your friend over there. It's next to two international supermarkets where you can get stuff like pita bread. http://madraskitchen.net/
Hey guys! Looking for a good bakery in Osaka-shi or adjoining towns, not for cakes and pastries but for good, hearty breads (like rye, multi-grain, rosemary, etc.). Any...
Lauren S. replied:
Pane Porcini in Fukushima has rye and grain bread.
Karen S. replied:
Petit Cochon has good french breads. It's near Kikawaminami Elementary School.