What do vegan Japanese people eat?

Vegan Japanese people typically eat a some of plant-based foods that are commonly found in Japanese cuisine. Some examples of vegan Japanese dishes include:

Vegetable sushi: sushi made with a variety of vegetables like cucumber, avocado, carrot, and shiitake mushroom.

Tempura vegetables: battered and deep-fried vegetables like sweet potato, eggplant, and green beans.

Tofu dishes: such as agedashi tofu, a dish where tofu is fried and served in a hot broth, or yudofu, a dish where tofu is simmered in a hot pot with vegetables.

Miso soup: made with a vegetable-based broth, miso paste, and vegetables like green onions and seaweed.

Nabe: a hot pot dish that typically includes vegetables, tofu, and sometimes noodles, cooked in a flavorful broth.

Onigiri: rice balls filled with pickled vegetables, umeboshi (pickled plum), or other vegan fillings.

Japanese-style curry: a curry dish made with a vegetable-based broth and vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and onions.

Vegan Japanese people may also eat a variety of fruits and vegetables, as well as plant-based protein sources like soy products (tofu, tempeh, edamame) and legumes (beans, lentils). Vegan options are now available in some Japanese supermarkets and specialty stores, making it easier for vegans in Japan to find a wide range of plant-based foods.