Japan

A Vegan Guide for Navigating Japan

How to avoid hidden fish stock and find the absolute best food in Japan

4 hrs ago • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Sushi Doesn't Mean Fish

The traditional plant-based roots of Japanese cuisine from miso to soba

Apr 3 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

When Japan (Mostly) Stopped Eating Meat

The fascinating history behind Japan’s deeply plant-centered cuisine

Mar 18 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

An invitation to discover the beauty, culture, and flavor of Japanese green tea—and maybe become a tea lover like me.

Mar 13 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Best Japanese Films

Japanese films are some of my very favorite films, making this a very difficult list to create!

Aug 22, 2025 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Ramen: A Vegan Guide to Japan’s Iconic Noodle Dish

A plant-based ramen primer, complete with tips, travel recommendations, and favorite Ramen shops in Japan.

Apr 15, 2025 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Dining with Geisha

A very special intimate evening of tradition, refined plant-based elegance, and the most fun game in Kyoto’s geisha district

Apr 12, 2025 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Welcome to Joyful Vegan Japan!

Part of a special Joyful Vegan Travel series featuring travel tips, restaurant recommendations, and plant-based discoveries from around the globe

Apr 12, 2025 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Behind the Scenes in Japan — and a Special Invite Just for You

Sneak peeks, real-time updates, and exclusive content!

Apr 11, 2025 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Tempura: The Plant-Based Origins of Japan's Favorite Fried Dish

What Lent, Language, and Latin Have to Do with Tempura

Apr 9, 2025 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Vegan Japanese Cuisine (Part Two)

Plant-Based Roots in Traditional Dishes

Mar 7, 2025 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

1:28:31

Vegan Japanese Cuisine (Part One)

History, Regional Traditions, and Religious Roots

Apr 12, 2024 • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

1:31:32

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