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Japanese
Multi-course meals and lunch bento box. Buddhist vegetarian food. Open Mon-Tue 12:00pm-3:00pm, 6:00pm-9:00pm, Thu-Sun 12:00pm-3:00pm, Thu-Sat 6:00pm-9:00pm. Closed Wed.
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62 Reviews
First Review by jasminetea
MaximeJuneau
Points +501
Great diner - Edit
The 6000 yens course is big enough for hungry cyclists. Enjoy!
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ThatDougGuy
Points +21
Exquisite. - Edit
I am at a loss for words to describe the experience of Bon. The setting, the food, and the service were all incredible. If you have the opportunity, dine here.
Read morePros: Vegan food in the fucha ryori tradition.
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sgina
Points +32
just wooow! - Edit
amazing place!! would recommend it for everyone! really delicious and extra ordinary flavours! a must try!
Read morePros: cozy
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vincenthoutman
Points +153
Beyond amazing - Edit
This place is a must visit in the life of any vegan.
Read morePure haute cuisine and true Japanese dedication to the perfection of the craft. Easily the best fine dining experience I’ve had since going vegan 5 years ago.
The food had flavours I never even knew existed. The menu was packed full of surprises, spins on classics and known classics.
Seriously, go here now.
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mchaza
Points +115
Amazing Sho-jin ryouri - Edit
It can be difficult to find good sho-jin ryouri food in Tokyo but oh my Bon will blow you away. Whilst on the pricy end its well exceeds your expectations. You are placed in your own room in a building that feels like another world. Whilst in this room that would well suit a Mafia boss or a politically important figure you will be greeted with lovely servers who speak pretty good English and will make sure to improve every bit of the experience. We got a set of 12 dishes which I can't explain but was exquisite. If you are vegan and in Tokyo, book a spot if you can, can't to be missed. Overall with a bottle of wine it cost me and my partner around 300 AUD or 23,000 YEN.
Read morePros: Incredible food, Private room, English friendly
Cons: Bit out of the way
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Paigecs
Points +621
An experience unlike any other - Edit
This tucked-away little restaurant in a traditional-style house offers a stately multi-course experience of shojin ryori, Japanese temple food. You (and your companion) are alone in a room and each course comes out as a small event unto itself. The food itself is not strongly flavored, but it is balanced, fresh, and utterly thoughtful. This is a unique place and a matchless experience.
Read morePros: unique, great shojin ryori
Cons: very expensive
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KarappaOak
Points +49
An experience, not just a meal - Edit
This was amazing - we headed here after wading through the crowd at the Asakusa market & shrine. A complete quiet oasis. The English menu card explains that the 12 (yes, 12!) courses are served in the fucha ryori tradition - a subset of shojin ryori (temple cuisine). Each party sits in their own tatami mat room. Food was delicious, each course bringing something different. Highly recommended!!
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_travel__
Points +530
Best vegan fine dining experience - Edit
That was the best vegan fine dining experience I have ever had. We had the lunch fucha ryori menu with exceptional flavors. You get to sit in a private, japanese style room with a lovely atmosphere and enjoy the food. We paid 5000 yen tax for a 12 course menu, which is incredibly inexpensive compared to what you get.
Read morePros: Tasty!
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BroT27
Points +150
Extraordinary - Edit
Dining at Bon is a unique experience! You will sit in a private room with tatami matts, the decoration and design is traditional and you will be served by friendly staff. The food is an exceptional, gourmet-like experience. Of course this location is not cheap. Check the website and know which menu you would like prior to your reservation call. The basic menu is perfectly adequate.
Read morePros: Extremely good food, Unique traditional atmosphere , Great people
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furumatsu
Points +56
If I had only one meal left, - Edit
I’d want to enjoy it here, at Bon. It is more temple-like than the vast majority of temples, and has more “wabi sabi” than most tearooms. The owner appears to have floated down to earth from some heavenly realm to spread light, love, and insanely delicious shojin ryori. Cannot recommend highly enough if you are looking for a unique and authentic Japanese Buddhist cuisine experience.
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AsiWind
Points +34
Awsome - Edit
My favorite vegan restaurant in Tokyo. Every time I am in town I always make an effort to go there. Amazing food, creative, healthy and just an overall great experience. Although it is on the expensive side I feel like it’s worth every penny or whatever coin you’re using
Read morePros: Superb quality food, Unique dishes , Amazing atmosphere
Cons: Expensive (but worth it), A bit far from the center
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azsunshine
Points +55
Best food I've have had in Tokyo - Edit
I've been to Bon several times. It is consistently incredible. Each course and *each item* of each course is thoughtfully prepared and equisitely displayed. While each time my temptation is to go for a larger course, I am always happier to go with the smaller one because even the smaller set courses are hearty. Given the care in preparation, the beautiful setting, and service, it is an *excellent* value. Reservations are a must.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2018-11-27
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Pips
Points +1551
Amazing Dining Experience - Edit
Two words- Blown away!!!
Read moreIf you want an authentic Japanese exquisite dining experience and you are vegan then this is the spot. Cost about 25,000 yen for 2 people, 10 course meal, with a beer and 2 serves of sake. Can’t wait to come back!!!!! Arigato gazaimas ❤️
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JonasJ
Points +116
Definitely 5 stars - Edit
We called the restaurant midday Saturday, and was able to book a table the same evening. Was served the 6000 yen menu, and it was fantastic! We loved everything we got served, and you could almost taste the effort and care that went into preparing the food. They even served us an extra dish not mentioned in the menu: tofu made like sea eel. Highly recommend this experience when in Japan. Be aware that the price is exclusive of service charge and tax (respectively 10% and 8%).
Read morePros: Very tasty food, Calm and quiet , Nice staff
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AnnaKarinBerggren
Points +28
A multi-sensory experience! - Edit
We had a multi course meal, it might have been 6 or 7 dishes plus two soups. It all tasted amazing, was incredibly beautifully presented and the staff were so friendly. The building itself is a piece of art as well.
Read morePros: All vegan, Delicious, Beautiful restaurant
Cons: None
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ericswaff
Points +33
amazing experience - Edit
Not just brilliant vegan food, but an amazing unforgettable experience.
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sp13490
Points +106
Delicious Japanese feast - Edit
The seasonal food was fantastic and the hosts talked us through all the food in English (they also took my reservation in English over the phone). It was incredibly beautifully presented and an opportunity to try lots of small unusual dishes.
Read moreThe room felt Japanese, we sat on cushions on tatami. The whole experience took around two hours and we left totally satisfied!
It isn't cheap but considering the experience and the quality and presentation of the food it is well worth the price.
Pros: Plant-based , Lots of food , Beautiful presentation
Cons: Reservation necessary
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DaisyYu
Points +64
Must go!! - Edit
If you are in Tokyo, must try and do to this vegan restaurant! Reservations must be made. Very nice environment and service, most importantly incredible food!
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surrealpistachio
Points +34
Best shojin ryori we tried - Edit
When we arrived, the staff were waiting for us and showed us our private room. It was so cute and the atmosphere very nice. The traditional Japanese setting was impressive; it seemed like we entered another era. The service was fast and the staff very friendly. It was wonderful because they spoke English very well and they could explain every dish to us.
Read moreSpeaking about the dishes, they were some of the best we had in our life. All the little details in the presentation and the unique flavors of the dishes was mesmerizing. We had the opportunity to taste plenty of seasonal ingredients including plenty of sakura flavored dishes. There was too many wonderful food that we cannot decide our favorite.
It was the best way to finish our honeymoon to Japan and we definitely wish to return someday.
Pros: nice setting and atmosphere, amazing food and presentation, friendly and english speaking staff
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curiosity3
Points +103
Spectacular (but not for everyone) - Edit
Executive summary: beautiful ambience of a Ryoutei, attentive service and exquisite cuisine. But shojin ryori is not for everyone.
Read moreEach party is assigned their own room. The rooms are all in classical Japanese décor, and normally one sits on tatami. Ours had a rug on the tatami, and a low table with low chairs placed on top of it, presumably to accommodate the gaijin. At first this was quite comfortable but after two hours I was getting sore and antsy (given the mismatch between my frame and the size and shape of the chairs and table). We took the big dinner course, consisting of 11 items. I lack the vocabulary to describe most of the food but there were various sansai (mountain vegetables), sashimi, tempura, various tofu items, a potato potage, rice and miso, and desert (sherbet and fruit compot). Everything vegan. It was exquisite, sophisticated, of the highest quality. Many of the items obviously require a great deal of preparation by an experienced and sophisticated kitchen. At 10,000 yen per person this was a steal. It wasn’t so much any particular item that delighted us but rather the way everything works together, much like in a symphony. We had beer and sake with our food, and tea of course.
This was one of the best dinners I’ve had in Japan, vegan or otherwise. Still, it’s shojin ryori which means that it’s not for everyone. Either you have already acquired a thorough appreciation of Japanese flavors and nuances, or you are the sort who can instantly appreciate any cuisine at the top of its game anywhere in the world. Otherwise, this may be a mixed bag for you. I am the former type, having lived in Japan for 17 years now. I doubt I would have appreciated this when I first set foot on these shores. And I am pretty sure that this will not work for most kids.
Apparently they get quite a few gaijin guests and can take phone calls for reservations in English. Most days one must be there before 19:00 and Sundays before 18:00 in order to be served the 11-item course. Reservation required.
Pros: Beautiful ambience, Perfect food
Cons: Seating slightly uncomfortable, Shojin ryori not for everyone
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infinitydolphin
Points +100
Exquisite - Edit
Breathtakingly beautiful food, gorgeous setting and incredible service! I chose the ¥10000 set- an absolute steal considering the artistry and attention to detain invested in the high quality, seasonal ingredients. Our hosts brought each course in and explained a little about the aesthetic inspiration and ingredients involved. They were generous, friendly, attentive and made us feel comfortable and welcome. It was by far the best restaurant experience of my life and I will go again if I have the chance next time I return to Tokyo. Quite easy to get to on the Yamanote line, you have absolutely no reason not to go!
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freesiaoriental
Points +149
Worth every penny - Edit
Had a Christmas dinner here and got the biggest set for 10,000 yen. Call ahead and tell them which set your group wants to get. You get a private tatami room and 5-star service. The food is just mindblowingly creative and delicious. We left extremely full and happy. It might be quite pricey, but it's decently priced for kaiseki fine dining.
Read morePros: Completely vegan, Very delicious, Authentic dining experience
Cons: Kind of expensive
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mikisu
Points +23
A perfect birthday dinner - Edit
We celebrated my birthday here in June 2015. We sat in a private room overlooking a garden, and were served by waitstaff who were all friendly and tried to accommodate our English-only questions. The dinner was an experience that lasted more than two hours. It was gorgeous and delicious: many, many small dishes with a variety of tastes, all beautifully presented. We were so full by the end, but happily so. As I understand, despite their use of some fish and meat terminology, it was a vegan spread.
Read morePros: Beautiful dishes & environment, Delicious food
Cons: Expensive, Reservations required
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Nancy Cadet
Points +876
Shojin Ryori Fucha style--worth the splurge - Edit
Location: Take Hibya metro to Iriya station; use station exit 3. With the traffic lights behind you, walk up the main road (Showa Dori/昭和通り) to the next set of traffic lights (approx 5 blocks);turn right into the wider of the two streets. (You’ll know you’ve gone too far if you walk past a Toyota dealer. )You'll see Bon restaurant signs attached to the light posts,green letters on white , on this street, for the next 7 blocks. Then there is a T -intersection with traffic lights. Cross the intersection and walk another 2 blocks, then turn left. Bon is about halfway down.( If you miss the left turn, the next road you’ll hit is Kokusai Dori, the wide street that runs along the west side of the shrines in Asakusa, so you’ need to turn around and go back a block. ) At the north end of the street that Bon is on is Otori shrine; another landmark is the Saitokuji Temple one block away. Bon has a sign in front with Kanji name and telephone number. (Prices, hours & a map are on their English website, & it's an easy walk from the JR Ugusuidano station, past Iriya station, following same directions )
Read moreAtmosphere & menu: lunch or dinner multi course vegan delights, served in private tatami room overlooking a garden. More veggies and less tofu than other shojin ryori styles I've had, but each course featured delicate, different flavors and textures. A must for those who can afford it! Remember to reserve by phone in Japanese , specify the meal you're ordering, one day in advance . Hours 12-3; 5-7, closed weds.
Updated from previous review on Thursday October 16, 2014
Updated from previous review on Thursday October 16, 2014
Pros: Delicious subtle flavors, An English website/description of meal, Easy to find with map/directions
Cons: Reserve one day in advance, Expensive
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comarica
Points +113
Oishikatta!! - Edit
Wow...we had Lunch at Bon and were so happy we found this place on Happycow. Just delicious and various. So many flavours...you will be full afterwards but in a good way
Read morePros: delicious monk food, variety of the dishes, beautifully prepared and presentated
Cons: quite expensive (but worth it!)
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Meggie and Ben
Points +1786
Best Shōjin Ryōri We Had in Japan - Edit
My husband and I went to Japan in April 2014 and tried lots of traditional Buddhist cuisine/temple food. This was by far the best shōjin ryōri we had anywhere in Japan. The experience of the traditional private dining room and garden, the way the staff serve you, and the general atmosphere make it an unforgettable experience. It's definitely a must-see if you're going to Tokyo!
Read moreMy only caution would be that to a Western palate shōjin ryōri is quite different. Nothing to do with the restaurant, just the food in general. One of the other reviewers said that they think Bon is better than Millennium and I would have to disagree. I think as far as a traditional Japanese dining experience and traditional Buddhist cuisine goes it's #1, but it's not my favorite restaurant I've ever been to.
Pros: Best shōjin ryōri in Japan, Unforgettable atmosphere, Great staff
Cons: Odd flavor/textures for a Western palate
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poopixie
Points +129
Everything is perfect, a must-have experience - Edit
I basically agree with everything the reviewer before me has said! I came here for a special birthday meal during our Tokyo holiday (booked in advance) and was blown away. It was like a dream, the whole experience. If you really love and apreciate food, culture, tradition...just go.
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