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Vegan
International
Japanese
Organic
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Fusion
Gluten-free
Vegan restaurant serving Japanese-fusion plant-based dishes and seasonal desserts. This Shinjuku location opened in 2013 (AIN SOPH. was founded in Ginza in 2009) and has party space for private hire. Many gluten-free options. Last entry is at the last order. Open Mon-Sun 11:30am-4:00pm, Mon 6:00pm-9:30pm, Tue-Sun 5:00pm-9:30pm. Last order: 3:30pm lunchtime, 9pm dinnertime.
451 Reviews
First Review by BlisterBlue
izal
Points +235
Underwhelming, Just Fine - Edit
It was okay. One of the least inspired vegan restaurants we've been to in a while. I was a bit surprised by how limited the menu options were. Mostly just burgers or deconstructed burgers. After so much tasty, well-thought-through vegan Japanese food elsewhere in Tokyo, this is not somewhere I would visit again.
Read moreThe burgers were okay, not very memorable. Fries were fine. I think the desserts were more of a hit on our table. It was a nice space to chat to friends, but not somewhere I would go for nice food. It's pretty pricey too, given this.
Pros: Range of tasty desserts.
Cons: Food a bit uninspired., Pricey., Lots of better vegan restaurants nearby
YukiShirai
Dear izal,
Read moreThank you for visiting AIN SOPH. Journey and for your honest feedback. We're glad the desserts were a hit at your table. Alongside our burgers, we also offer Japanese-style dishes such as teriyaki plates and rice bowls, and we'll take your comments on our menu and prices to heart.
AIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU
Guest
Den.R
Points +238
Good food and friendly staff - Edit
I stumbled upon this restaurant by accident and was pleasantly surprised. The food was delicious and the staff was really friendly. They have a map at the door with stickers so customers can pinpoint where they’re coming from, really nice touch.
Read moreYukiShirai
Dear Den.R,
Read moreThank you so much for your lovely review! We're so happy you stumbled upon us — and we hope you added your sticker to our map! We look forward to welcoming you back.
AIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU
Guest
babidi
Points +4832
Good cheese burger - Edit
Nice place with friendly staff. I had the cheese burger and fried chicken, which perfectly satisfied my junk food craving.
Read moreYukiShirai
Dear babidi,
Read moreThank you for your review! We're glad our cheeseburger and fried soy chicken satisfied your junk food craving — 100% plant-based! Hope to see you again soon.
AIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU
Guest
mrmo
Points +582
Wunderbares Vegan-Restaurant - Edit
Wunderbares kleines Vegan Restaurant mit verschiedenen Speisen und Desserts. Eher eine Europäische Karte (nicht klassisch Japanisch). Sehr schmackhaft. Freundliche Bedienung.
Read moreYukiShirai
Hallo mrmo,
Read morevielen herzlichen Dank für Ihre schöne Bewertung! Es freut uns sehr, dass Ihnen unsere Gerichte und Desserts so gut geschmeckt haben. Wir freuen uns auf Ihren nächsten Besuch im AIN SOPH. Journey!
AIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU
Guest
LisaSpykers
Points +11410
Tasty but too pricey - Edit
The food is really tasty (we ordered the cheese burger and pancakes) but it is really overpriced for what it is compared to other places. The pancakes are about $16 and everything on the plate is small (we ordered extra ice cream so we could share). It felt a bit stingy. But the food does taste nice, so if the price doesn't bother you, go for it!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-10-26
YukiShirai
Dear Lisa,
Read moreThank you for visiting AIN SOPH. Journey and for your honest feedback. Our pancakes are made from Kyushu rice flour fermented overnight and served with our homemade ice cream, and all our sauces and patties are our own original recipes. We'll take your comments on value to heart. We're glad you enjoyed the taste, and we hope to see you again!
AIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU
Guest
Ramy94
Points +181
Delicious, make a reservation! - Edit
Make sure you have a reservation for the best experience. The food is great and has many Japanese classics in vegan form. The staff is fantastic and very knowledgeable as well. We ate here on our last night in Tokyo and it was a great way to end the trip. Make sure you get the dessert waffles!
Read moreYukiShirai
Dear Ramy,
Read moreThank you so much for choosing AIN SOPH. Journey for your last night in Tokyo — we're honored to have been part of your trip's finale! Thank you also for recommending reservations; you can book easily through our website. We hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Japan.
AIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU
Guest
itsarthur
Points +34
Amazing 93/100 - Edit
Shared teriyaki vegan chicken, hummous and karaage (like soy popcorn chicken). 2 beers. Incredible. Great vibe and inexpensive.
Read more93/100
Updated from previous review on 2026-10-23
Pros: Food quality, Portion size
Cons: Almost missed the entrance!
YukiShirai
Dear itsarthur,
Read moreThank you so much for visiting AIN SOPH. Journey and for your fun review. 93 out of 100 is a score we’re very proud of!
We’re so happy you enjoyed sharing the teriyaki vegan chicken, hummus and karaage with a couple of beers. “Soy sauce popcorn chicken” is a great way to describe our karaage!
And thank you for the tip about our entrance. We know it can be a little tricky to find, so we’ll look at ways to make it easier to spot. Maybe next time we can earn those last 7 points!
We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Warm regards,
AIN SOPH. Journey
Guest
JorgeDíezMartínez
Points +162
Variedad - Edit
Tenía mucha variedad en cuanto a platos veganos, incluyendo postres.
Read moreYukiShirai
Estimado Jorge,
Read more¡Muchas gracias por visitar AIN SOPH. Journey y por su amable reseña!
Nos alegra mucho que haya disfrutado de la variedad de nuestro menú. Gracias también por las fotos: el karaage de carne vegetal, el plato de escalope y nuestra sopa de maíz, ¡qué buena selección! Todo nuestro menú es 100 % vegano, y también tenemos postres como nuestros “Heavenly Vegan Pancakes”, que nacieron aquí mismo en Journey.
¡Esperamos darles la bienvenida de nuevo muy pronto!
Un cordial saludo,
AIN SOPH. Journey
Guest
CryssWorlds
Points +2346
Delicious !! - Edit
Everything was tasty, the tomato soup was rich (I wish there was more of it !), the pasta was really good, and the banana cake added the perfect final touch to my meal.
Read moreIt's just a tiny bit pricy, especially if you like to have different dishes on the table like me, but you get delicious food !! I'd love to go back.
Atmosphere was also very relaxed.
YukiShirai
Dear CryssWorlds,
Read moreThank you so much for visiting AIN SOPH. Journey and for your wonderful review and photos!
We’re so happy you enjoyed everything, from the tomato soup to the pasta and the banana cake. Our tomato soup actually has a special story: it’s inspired by a soup our founder enjoyed as a teenager while staying with a vegan host family in Canada. So it means a lot that you wished there was more of it!
Thank you also for your honest comment about the prices. We carefully choose quality ingredients for every dish, and we’re glad you felt the food was worth it. We’re also happy you found our space relaxing.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Warm regards,
AIN SOPH. Journey
Guest
Pierreszcz
Points +292
Bon - Edit
Le plat était bon bien préparer mais rien de transcendant honnêtement , le personnel est très sympa
Read moreCela reste des ingrédients de qualité tout de même
YukiShirai
ピエール様
Read moreAIN SOPH. Journeyにお越しいただき、また口コミをありがとうございます!
ベジカツのプレートを楽しんでいただき、素材の質やスタッフの対応も気に入っていただけて、とてもうれしいです。京都店にも足を運んでくださり、本当にありがとうございます!
またJourneyにいらした際には、ここ新宿で生まれた「天上のヴィーガンパンケーキ」もぜひお試しください。
またお会いできるのを楽しみにしております!
心を込めて
AIN SOPH. Journey
Guest
xskate-edgex
Points +1700
Fast, friendly and nutritious - Edit
I enjoyed this place for its easy to use menu, friendly staff and tasty food.
Read moreI should come back and try the pancakes
Pros: All vegan, Quiet location, Friendly staff
YukiShirai
Dear xskate-edgex,
Read moreThank you so much for visiting AIN SOPH. Journey and for your lovely review!
We’re delighted that you found our menu easy to use and enjoyed our staff and food. Thank you also for the photo of our veggie meat karaage bowl, topped with avocado paste and nori. It’s one of our most popular dishes!
We’d love for you to come back and try our pancakes. Our “Heavenly Vegan Pancakes” were actually born here at Journey, and they’re gluten-free, crispy on the outside and soft and moist on the inside. This autumn we also have a seasonal Sweet Potato Mont Blanc Pancake, as you may have seen in the menu photo.
We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
Warm regards,
AIN SOPH. Journey
Guest
eembratt
Points +331
Ain Soph - Edit
Delicious food and drinks, all vegan, friendly staff.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-10-12
YukiShirai
再びご来店いただき、星5つでレビューを更新してくださり本当にありがとうございます!
Read moreお料理もドリンクも楽しんでいただけ、全メニューがヴィーガンなので安心して自由にご注文いただけたこと、とても嬉しいです。温かいお言葉はスタッフにも必ず伝えます。皆の大きな励みになります。
お写真を拝見すると、たくさん召し上がっていただけたようですね!またのご来店を心よりお待ちしております。
AIN SOPH. Journey 新宿
Guest
andyjng
Points +6153
A Must Have in Tokyo - Edit
Ain Soph is one of those must-tries if you're looking for vegan friendly cuisine here in Tokyo. I only recently had a chance to swing by for myself after all these years and I agree that they should be on anyone's list.
Read moreThey offer a huge variety of Japanese and western dishes including rice sets, sandwiches, salads, pancakes (more on this in a bit), and drinks to capture anyone's hearts.
For my first visit, I tried the Teriyaki Kaarage Bowl which came with massive chunks of soy protein with an irresistible sauce, greens, and rice. The fried chunks of kaarage were just the right kind of crispy and addicting. It was a very filling lunch and could be shared with someone else to maximize space to try other dishes.
On my second visit, I ordered their teriyaki kaarage special again since it was so good the first time. With my friend's convincing, we also got an order of their famous fluffy pancakes that everyone raves about. These were... fine lol. I've had better vegan pancakes in the States. I think they were definitely overhyped but I did enjoy the sweet treat to end our meal.
English menu available with staff being very used to international visitors swinging by for a meal.
YukiShirai
1度ならず2度もAIN SOPH. Journeyにお越しいただき、詳しく率直な口コミをありがとうございます!
Read more照り焼き唐揚げ丼を気に入って再注文までしていただき、とても嬉しいです。当店でも特に人気のメニューで、皆さんでシェアしていただけるのも嬉しい限りです。
パンケーキについての率直なご感想もありがとうございます。実は「天上のヴィーガンパンケーキ」は、ここJourney新宿で生まれたメニューです。卵もミルクも使わないため最初はふっくら焼けず、何代ものヴィーガンシェフが改良を重ねてきました。スフレ系ではなく「外はカリッと、中はふわっと」を目指した食感なので、アメリカで召し上がったものとは違ったかもしれません。いただいたご意見を励みに、これからも改良を続けてまいります。
英語メニューやスタッフの対応で快適に過ごしていただけたことも嬉しく思います。3度目のご来店を心よりお待ちしております!
AIN SOPH. Journey 新宿
Guest
andrewjamesdoran
Points +54
Excellent comfort - Edit
Ain Soph Journey was an excellent comfort food experience, that easily caters to vegans, veg-curious, and meat eaters alike. Great for mixed groups with dietary restrictions, and half the time you wouldn’t even know it’s vegan. 10/10
Read moreYukiShirai
Thank you so much for the wonderful review and the perfect 10/10! It means a lot to hear that our comfort food can be enjoyed by everyone at the table, whether they're vegan, vegetarian, curious, or meat-lovers. That's exactly what we hope for. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends again!
Read moreAIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU
Guest
mangesmackor
Points +50
A nice and stable go to - Edit
Good food, nice personal, recommend the seasonal highlights!
Read moreYukiShirai
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted you enjoyed our food, our staff and the seasonal menu. Our seasonal dishes change throughout the year, so we hope you'll come back and try the next one. We look forward to seeing you again!
Read moreAIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU
Guest
Naya123
Points +744
Such a fun happy place! - Edit
Highlight of our trip, the best type of “ chicken “ we have had in Japan. The staff were friendly and so welcoming.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-10-03
YukiShirai
Dear Naya,
Read moreThank you so much for this wonderful review! To hear that your visit was a highlight of your trip to Japan means the world to us.
We're thrilled that you loved our soy "chicken." It's one of the dishes our kitchen is most proud of, so being called the best you've had in Japan is a real honor. Your kind words about our staff will be shared with the whole team, too.
We hope to welcome you back to Shinjuku on your next trip to Japan.
Warm regards,
AIN SOPH. Journey Shinjuku
Guest
Winedunce
Points +466
Yummy “Heavenly pancakes” - Edit
Everything was really good and fresh. We got one savory pancake dish and one sweet. We also got a side order of hummus which comes with bread and a side of these deep fried “chicken nuggets”. The pancakes are really a fun dish. Would highly recommend them. Cute place too.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-30
Pros: Loved the flavors, Cute ambience , Nice staff
YukiShirai
Dear Windance,
Read moreThank you so much for visiting AIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU and for your lovely 5-star review! We're delighted you enjoyed both the savory and sweet versions of our Heavenly Pancakes, as well as the hummus with bread and our vegan "chicken" nuggets. It makes us very happy to hear you found everything fresh and delicious.
Thank you also for your kind words about our cozy atmosphere and our staff. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Warm regards,
Yuki Shirai
AIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU
Guest
Louvislouv
Points +88
Good food and nice staff! - Edit
I got the teriyaki bowl and pancakes and it was delicious!
Read moreIt's a bit pricey but honestly worth it. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The waitress was very kind and asked for a photo, I declined due to being overstimulated and tired. She was respectful!
They have free guide pampletes for vegans in Tokyo, which comes in handy as a complement to the Happy cow app.
YukiShirai
Dear Luvislouf,
Read moreThank you so much for visiting AIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU and for your kind review! We're so happy you enjoyed the teriyaki bowl and the pancakes. We put a lot of care into our ingredients, so it means a lot that you felt they were worth it.
Thank you also for your warm words about our staff. We'll be sure to share them with the team. And we're glad the free Tokyo vegan guide came in handy. We hope it helps you find many more delicious vegan spots!
We look forward to seeing you again.
Warm regards,
Yuki Shirai
AIN SOPH. Journey SHINJUKU
Guest
rebea
Points +429
Unfortunately not great - Edit
I was really excited for this but unfortunately for me the mains (teriyaki plate & cutlet) were quite bland. It was also quite pricey and packed with tourists - nothing wrong with this but perhaps flavour were catered based on this. The dessert was nice though (Pudding), and staff was kind too. Other people clearly love it though so maybe I had the wrong things
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-22
YukiShirai
Dear Rebea,
Read moreThank you for visiting AIN SOPH. Journey Shinjuku and for taking the time to share your honest feedback. We're truly sorry that the main dishes didn't live up to what you had been looking forward to.
We cook with an emphasis on the natural flavour of the ingredients themselves, which means we keep salt and seasoning on the lighter side. We understand that this can taste under-seasoned to some guests, and we'll share your comments with our kitchen team as we review our seasoning. If you visit again, please don't hesitate to let our staff know your preference — we can often adjust a dish for you.
We're genuinely glad the pudding and our staff left a good impression. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back.
AIN SOPH. Journey Shinjuku
Guest
Shanteram
Points +36
Excellent burger and chips - Edit
The staff are very friendly and helpful, plus the food is delicious. We had the cheeseburger and fries and the pasta bolognese. We would highly recommend!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-14
YukiShirai
Dear Shantaram,
Read moreThank you so much for visiting AIN SOPH. Journey Shinjuku, and for taking the time to update your review. We're delighted to have welcomed you back.
We're so glad you enjoyed the cheeseburger and fries along with the bolognese pasta, and we'll be sure to pass your kind words on to our staff.
This is also the location where our Heavenly Vegan Pancakes were first created, so we hope you'll save room for dessert next time. We look forward to seeing you again!
Guest
chlod
Points +836
Good pancakes but pricey - Edit
The pancakes were fluffy and good, but i think the place a bit overated for the price. I changed my ice cream flavor for 220 yen. The presentation is pretty and the service is lovely tho!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-08-28
YukiShirai
パンケーキの美味しさと見た目、サービスまで褒めていただきありがとうございます。また、価格についてのご意見も真摯に受け止めております。
Read more卵・乳製品を使わずにあのふわふわ食感を実現するため、材料や製法にこだわっており、それが価格に反映されている部分がございます。とはいえ、お客様にとってより満足度の高い価格設定になるよう、今後も検討を続けてまいります。
貴重なご意見をありがとうございました。またのお越しをお待ちしております。
Guest
Ann-KathrinBiber
Points +4158
Very friendly - Edit
Tastes also very good and they are suuuuper fast ❤️
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-08-18
YukiShirai
Thank you so much for taking the time to update your review, and for the five stars!
Read moreWe're so glad you enjoyed the food, and that your delivery order arrived quickly — the bowl and green smoothie in your photos look wonderful, thank you for sharing them!
We hope to welcome you again soon, whether for delivery or a visit to the restaurant itself.
Warm regards,
AIN SOPH. journey SHINJUKU
Guest
saraaaaa
Points +88
Service au top - Edit
Très bon plats de nouilles froides et pst teriyaki. Serveuse au petit soin qui nous aidait en alternant japonais et anglais. Une adresse pleine de belles surprises.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-08-14
YukiShirai
Merci beaucoup! Thank you so much for your lovely review. It sounds like you enjoyed our summer-limited cold tofu noodles with rich sesame-miso sauce — one of our favorites too! We hope to surprise you again on your next vis
Read moreGuest
michelav
Points +937
Loved everything - Edit
Loved the katsu, the dessert and the hospitality. There’s a nice Italian girl working there too
Read moreCame back twice again with my sister and then with my friends and tried the new menu and new matcha desserts, loved everything!!
Updated from previous review on 2026-08-13
Pros: Pannacotta, Katsu
YukiShirai
Thank you so much for visiting us again and again — with your sister and your friend! We're so happy you enjoyed the katsu, panna cotta, and our new matcha desserts. Your kind words about our staff mean a lot to us; we will be sure to share them with her. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Read moreGuest
emilyl96
Points +142
Insane pancakes!! - Edit
Fantastic pancakes with lots of toppings, the restaurant was easy to find
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-08-11
YukiShirai
Thank you for the wonderful review! Our fluffy pancakes are our pride and joy, and we're so glad you enjoyed them. Please come back and try our seasonal toppings too!
Read moreGuest
AnChu123
Points +223
Great vegan spot - Edit
I came here for the pancakes and they did not disappoint😄it made a nice change from all the ramen I've been eating.
Read morePros: Taste, Staff
YukiShirai
Thank you so much for coming! We're happy our pancakes gave you a nice break from all the ramen 😊 We hope to welcome you again on your next trip to Tokyo!
Read moreGuest
briannamaphis
Points +6549
everything was perfect - Edit
this place is lowkey really expensive compared to other places in japan but it’s SOOOO TASTY. so if you can spend the money- go here! fresh, good quality, tasty af food. and make sure to save room for dessert!!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-07-25
YukiShirai
Thank you for your kind words! We put a lot of care into fresh, quality ingredients, so it means a lot that you felt it was worth it. So glad you saved room for dessert!
Read moreGuest
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