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Restaurant offering small plates and organic food. Offers mostly vegan options on the menu such as a Buddha bowl, vegan plate, hummus, grilled vegetables and natural wines. Pet-friendly. Japanese address: 新宿区新宿１丁目３２−１ 苑フタミビル 2階. Reported fully vegan January 2025. Lunchtime from 12pm-4pm is closed if there are no reservations. Open Mon 5:00am-10:30pm, Thu-Sun 5:00am-10:30pm. Closed every other Tue-Wed. Flexible closing hours (Please check hours on Google or Instagram).
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2F Sonofutami Bld, 1 Chome−32−1, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan, 160-0022
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Last update on 07 Jun 2026 by ENAHAKUNO
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Added by ENAHAKUNO on 18 Sep 2023
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28 Reviews
First Review by doivx
LiaHarvey
Points +84
Amazing atmosphere - Edit
The team were all so friendly and hospitable. The restaurant is very relaxed/homely which was a wonderful change from the pace/restaurant styles we had been eating from. The waitress sung/played piano and was very talented.
Read moreUnfortunately for me the food was not to our taste, I do seem to be the outlier compared to the other reviews. We tried many items on the menu. Cocktails were tasty!
Updated from previous review on 2026-07-10
Pros: Service, Cocktails, Music
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briannamaphis
Points +5688
go here if you want to feel amazing - Edit
this food left me feeling so clean and healthy!!!! the vibes are AMAZING and it’s so fun to people watch from the second story window. the food is made with love and fresh ingredients. again the vibes were just so good in here i cannot stress it enough. i can’t wait to go back!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-07-04
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brie_marie19
Points +44
Relaxing atmosphere & yummy food - Edit
I always appreciate when vegan restaurants have thoughtful dishes. There was live piano music as well which was lovely and really made the meal relaxing and calming!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-06-22
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SaschaSchneider
Points +56
The best side of Tokio - Edit
There's a lot of love in the restaurant here. The food tastes very good, the atmosphere is simply nice because it often happens that someone plays the piano. The two women are also very friendly and you can talk to them superbly. You can also talk in English here.
Read morePros: Service, Food, Atmosphere
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Knoepfchen
Points +1358
Lovely place, great people - Edit
We happened to stop by on the owner's birthday without knowing beforehand. An also vegan guest chef took care of the menu that evening, and while our burger was delicious, it's not really representative of the usual cuisine here.
Read moreWe were adopted by the owner's friends into the birthday celebrations and spent a lovely evening with live music and cool,sweet people, great vibes all around.
Judging by the birthday crowd, this place is a gem on regular days as well. Very cozy, warm and genuine.
Pros: Great vibes, Great people
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PlatonJensen
Points +237
There aren’t enough words to express the love - Edit
There aren’t enough words to express the love I have for Mer! It was the first fully vegan place I visited in Tokyo and I didn’t get to go there enough times. But every time I was there I was blown away by the warmth of the staff and the lovely soul-filled food and drinks they serve.
Read moreThe home-made ginger ale and the Japanese forest soda was two favorites. Food wise I loved everything but the steamed seasonal vegetables paired with amazing miso (I think it was) was so full of life and care!
But the rice and tofu pattie (it has another name but I don’t remember…) was like a hug.
I just love this place. can’t recommend enough!
Pros: The food , The staff , The music and arts
Cons: It’s too far away from where I live…
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BruceLang
Points +124
closed - Edit
app said open Friday 1pm. closed
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-06-12
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SirHappalot
Points +368
Fantastic vibe - Edit
So this is an 'actually' vegan place, with flyers, animal rights messages and political information. Cool!
Read moreVery good vibes, love the whale plushie, staff was also adorably nice. I regret not asking more questions about the current animal rights situation in Japan.
Food was also good - very tasty!
Updated from previous review on 2026-05-30
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Nasuvampa
Points +1856
Cozy excellence - Edit
We had a homey and satifying dining experience at Mer.🩵 The atmosphere was cozy and comfortable, and service super kind. Great vibes altogether.
Read moreWe ordered both an appetizer and a main since the other reviews pointed out the smaller portion size. All food we received was very tasty and clearly made with love. There was also an otoshi served for the 500yen table cover, which was exceptionally good yube.
Updated from previous review on 2026-04-26
Pros: Lovely vibes, All vegan
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MarianneSchmelzer
Points +712
Kleine Portion aber fein - Edit
Die Portionen waren klein, aber es war sehr lecker und freundlich. Die Atmosphäre war angenehm heimisch und gemütlich. Das Personal sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend.
Read morePros: Gemütlich, Lecker, Alternativ
Cons: Kleine Portion
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biglex
Points +102
Great vibe and staff - Edit
Went there on a live music night and it was one of the most enjoyable parts of my visit to Japan!! Very comfortable atmosphere and the staff really cares about their mission.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-04-08
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Karazu
Points +92
Cozy and Delicious! - Edit
Awesome friendly and relaxed space. Wonderful staff with delicious options to the table. Trip highlight
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Gerda.schlemel
Points +103
Super friendly, super tasty - Edit
LOVED the fried maitake mushrooms 🤤
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-03-29
Pros: Great food, Nice relaxed vibe, Super friendly staff
Cons: Not accessible by wheelchair
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Giulia27
Points +814
Great - Edit
The place is lovely, the staff is really nice and the food is great! I had the vegetable curry and it was amazing!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-03-28
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liebermann.a
Points +26
Mer was perfekt - Edit
Mer in Shinjuku is an absolute gem for anyone who loves vegan cuisine – or wants to discover it for the first time! 🌱✨
Read moreFrom the moment you step inside, you can feel the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The small restaurant is cozy, stylishly designed, and radiates a pleasant sense of calm – a true oasis in the lively Shinjuku.
The dishes are not only beautifully presented but also a true highlight in terms of flavor. Every plate is prepared with creativity and care – fresh, well-balanced, and incredibly aromatic. You can immediately tell how much passion goes into the cooking here.
The service is exceptionally friendly, attentive, and warm. You feel welcome and well taken care of right away.
If you’re looking for a special vegan restaurant in Tokyo, Mer is not to be missed. It’s a place you’ll definitely want to return to! 💚
Pros: Ambiente, Friendly Service, Food was delicious
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melonconpatas
Points +26
Lovely happy romantic yummy dinner! - Edit
Love the vibe, the service, the food of course ❣️we even got to listen live music . We were so happy to visit this restaurant. Go and enjoy a nice time here !
Read morePros: Everything
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DylanPowling
Points +34
Amazing - Edit
Food was so good, it’s a cozy vibe. And the owners are lovely Vegan people 🌱
Read morePros: Atmosphere , Food
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MCSchuetz
Points +462
Cozy place, delicious food - Edit
The portions are rather small - seems to be a place for gourmets.
Read moreBut it's really delicious!
The staff is really friendly as well!
Pros: friendly staff, delicious food, cozy place
Cons: a bit expensive, small portions
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Kelly_.
Points +230
Good food, great vibe! - Edit
Food was very nice and the atmosphere was lovely. Staff was so nice as well!
Read morePros: Great atmosphere, Very relaxing , Good food
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enterusername
Points +66
Great food and nice vibes - Edit
Really quaint spot in Shinjuku with a super welcoming vibe. There was no lunch menu (as far as I could tell) just a vegan curry that you could customise with toppings but it was really tasty. If you can get the table by the window where you sit on the ground rather than on chairs you get a great view out of the crossroads outside.
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XenaWarriorPrincess
Points +3441
Creative vegan dishes, intimate vibe - Edit
Compact and intimate restaurant serving creative, aesthetic, homemade vegan dishes. For lunch they only have one dish - a hearty curry with vegetables and rice, to which you can add many toppings (with an extra fee). For dinner there's a larger menu with options ranging from crispy vegetable galettes to fried mushrooms, pasta dishes to rice dishes. Note that there's a 500 yen cover charge which includes bread and you must order at least one drink at dinner time. They have a good selection of natural wines, and I loved their cacao wine. Staff are very warm, attentive, and welcoming. The ambiance was great, with dim lights, live music (occasionally), and eclectic decor. Convenient location within walking distance of Shinjuku.
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jtyburski
Points +1640
Cozy and delicious - Edit
Mer is a delightfully cozy spot away from the hustle and bustle of Shinjuku. Their curry set was delicious and warming. The staff were also very friendly.
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Dharmachanda
Points +164
Gorgeous vegan place - Edit
Such a welcoming and beautiful cafe. Entirely vegan, delicious creative food. Also dog friendly!
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KATIE H
Points +363
Beautiful unique setting great food - Edit
We had difficulty finding Mer at first. The location in Apple Maps took us 800m away. But we were determined. It’s 250m from Shinjuku-gyoemmae station if that helps anyone.
Read moreThe setting is homely, warm, welcoming and wholesome. It felt special.
The staff were beautiful.
Food delicious. Service relaxing. The music is live and lovely. It felt like being at a friends house.
We had, pickles, hummus, grilled vegetables, Japanese mushrooms, fried rice balls. For Drinks, we tried the house made soda. The Japanese Forrest soda was sooo good.
I’m so happy we found this place.
Pros: Great food and flavour , Beautiful staff (some sing and play piano), Warm and relaxing
Cons: Hard to find
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LiaSantee
Points +242
Very relaxing - Edit
Been here a couple of times with my boyfriend . The atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing. The owners are very kind and friendly.
Read moreYou will find feminist messages as well as pamphlets against ocean animals capturing and ocean pollution.
The menu is diverse and the food is really good.
Pros: Ambience , Staff, Support of important causes
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IdoBuenos
Points +13
Such a nice places - Edit
Very kind host and a lot of good vegan options
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itypewithmyhands
Points +223
Cosy cute place - Edit
We stumbled across this place by chance, and I’m very glad we did - the staff / owners are super delightful and friendly, and are genuinely interested in getting to know their customers. The vegan options are marked clearly (though the menu is in Japanese so some clever use of Google translate is required) and the dishes we tried were superb. Homemade hummus made from scratch in front of our eyes, homemade rice flour bread (I only wish we were given more of this) and the ‘whimsical’ fried rice was great. Food took a little while on account for there only being one chef, but it was worth it.
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