Category: Food travel

According to a 2023 study by Koeeru, approximately 2% of the Japanese population identifies as vegetarian. This figure is notably lower than in many Western countries and varies between surveys, reflecting a complex culinary landscape and the nuanced question of how much percent of Japan is vegetarian in practice.

Over 99% of traditional ramen served in Japan is not gluten-free, primarily because the noodles are made from wheat flour. Is ramen gluten-free in Japan? The short answer is almost never in standard shops, posing a significant challenge for celiac travelers.