Food and Dining

New year, new game. So how about heading into it with some healthy food by trying some great vegetarian and vegan places in Kobe? After all those delicious creamy pieces of Christmas cake, the Japanese Bo-nen-kai (year-end) parties and the overall rather hearty food that we tend to eat around the end of the year, let’s get some fresh greens into your body to provide you with the necessary energy to reach your goals this year. And lucky you, if you are in Kobe! There are plenty of nice restaurants, cafes and even supermarkets to choose from, which feature not only vegan options but also organic and regional food. The places that I will introduce are mostly located near the city center and easy to access via public transportation (near JR Motomachi station or Sannomiya station). Modernark Pharm Café Although it is called “café”, it feels more like a mix of a cozy café and a vegan restaurant with a warm and farmhouse-style atmosphere. The food is healthy, reasonably priced and looks absolutely gorgeous. The dishes range from soups and salads to cake and vegan curry. On top of that, the service is excellent and friendly (as most places in…