Question
I’m visiting Japan soon and I’m a bit of a foodie. I want to enjoy authentic Japanese ramen but I have dietary restrictions. How do I ask “Is there a vegetarian ramen available?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
ベジタリアンラーメンはありますか。
Bejitarian raamen wa arimasuka?
Is there a vegetarian ramen available?
When in Japan, traditional ramen usually contains meat-based broth and toppings. If you have dietary restrictions, it’s important to ask if vegetarian options are available.
Bejitarian means “vegetarian”, raamen refers to “ramen”, and arimasuka is used to ask if something is available or exists. You can replace “raamen” with other dishes to inquire about different vegetarian options, such as “sushi” or “curry”, by saying “Bejitarian sushi wa arimasuka?” or “Bejitarian karee wa arimasuka?”.
Communicating your dietary preferences clearly ensures you can enjoy your meals worry-free while traveling.
