Stays • Kyoto, Japan

Vegan Minshuku Sanbiki Neko

Kyoto’s Only 100% Vegan Family-Run B&B

A cozy, modern Japanese guesthouse run by a vegan family and their three friendly cats

100% Vegan
Cruelty-Free
Resident Cats
Traditional Area
Free Wi-Fi
Guesthouse

Located in the quiet, historic Higashiyama ward of Kyoto, Vegan Minshuku Sanbiki Neko is a spectacular fusion of authentic Japanese hospitality and uncompromising vegan ethics. Translating to "Three Cats" in honour of the owners' rescued feline companions, this exceptional bed and breakfast is one of Japan's incredibly rare 100% plant-based minshukus. It is an absolute must-visit for any conscious traveller looking to experience the magic of traditional Kyoto without the usual dietary hurdles.

The accommodation has been purposefully designed to offer a pristine, traditional Japanese stay with all the comforts of modern ethical luxury. Guests sleep on comfortable futon mattresses across beautiful tatami mat floors, with every room featuring a private en-suite bathroom stocked entirely with cruelty-free, vegan toiletries. Beyond your private space, you can relax in the communal dining area or swap itineraries with the wonderful Australian hosts, Helen and Craig, who offer invaluable advice on navigating Japan's broader vegan dining scene.

The undisputed highlight of a stay here is the morning meal. The hosts serve a phenomenal, fully cooked plant-based Japanese breakfast, specifically crafted around seasonal produce to provide a hearty, protein-rich foundation for a full day of exploring. Situated just a short distance from iconic landmarks like Kiyomizu-dera and the famous Fushimi Inari shrine, Vegan Minshuku Sanbiki Neko delivers an unforgettable and completely compassionate cultural immersion.

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A simple bedroom featuring a futon with a floral blanket, tatami mat flooring, shoji style windows, a small wooden side table, and a hanging black curtain with floral design.
Japanese meal with fried sushi rolls on a green and black plate, a bowl of cucumber salad with cherry tomatoes, a bowl of miso or green soup with tofu, grilled eggplant with sauce, and glasses of water and juice on a dining table.
A pathway through multiple bright orange torii gates at a Japanese shrine.
Traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and curved roofs, surrounded by green trees and a stone-paved pathway.
A bedroom with a bed covered in a floral bedspread, a window with shoji-style paper panes, a framed picture on a dark accent wall, and a vase with tall grasses on a low shelf.

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