Tokyo Guide : Vegan Ramen Shop T’s Tantan
The world of ramen is becoming more diverse. While traditional ramen often uses a lot of animal-based ingredients, high-quality vegan and vegetarian ramen options are definitely on the rise.
Vegan ramen often relies on dashi made from kombu (kelp seaweed) and shiitake mushrooms, along with various vegetables to create a deep umami flavor. For example, a broth based on kombu and shiitake mushrooms offers a rich taste without using animal products. Plant-based seasonings and spices are also used to achieve a well-rounded flavor.
Moreover, there are creative uses of ingredients like soy milk or nuts to make creamy broths, and toppings like tempeh or tofu to provide protein. These innovations result in ramen that is visually appealing and flavorful, without losing to traditional options in taste.
The growing popularity of vegan and vegetarian ramen means that there are more diverse choices available, which is a wonderful development for ramen enthusiasts. In this article, I would like to introduce one of the popular vegan ramen shop in Tokyo.
T’s Tantan (T’s たんたん) is a popular vegan ramen restaurant originating from Japan, known for offering Japanese-style tantanmen(坦々麺) based on Sichuan cuisine’s dandan noodles, all made from plant-based ingredients.
The noodles are typically served in a rich sesame-based broth, accompanied by toppings like seasoned soy meat, vegetables, and chili oil. Despite being vegan, the flavor is deep and closely resembles traditional tantanmen, which has earned it popularity even among non-vegan ramen enthusiasts.
The other day, I visited the restaurant located at Ueno Station and ordered their signature Golden Sesame Tantanmen (金胡麻坦々麺). I was impressed by the beautifully arranged vegetables on top. The thin noodles were perfectly coated in the rich sesame broth, and I became a fan from the first bite.
One of the coolest things about this place is that they have new menu items for each season! When I was there, they had a special limited-time menu, so I’m definitely planning to go back soon.
This is a highly recommended spot for anyone who wants to experience delicious and satisfying ramen!
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Shop info：
T’s Tantan Ecute Ueno store
HP : https://ts-restaurant.jp/tantan/
TEL : +81(0)3-5826-5618
Monday-Sunday 10:00AM-9:30PM
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