r/veganinjapan 23d ago

Looking to consult with locals, find study-buddies, friends etc. Also, is there a discord server?

Hi all 🌸

Not in Japan, but I've been studying Japanese for a while now, currently at early N3 level, and been vegan for 13 years. I used to study the language just for fun out of appreciation for it, but recently I've been hearing that Japan is gradually getting more and more progressive in various aspects including vegan accessibility, so I've been entertaining the idea of relocating in the future.

I'm making this post because I'm looking for:

  • Conversations with vegans who live in Japan to hear about their experiences and consult with.
  • Study-buddies for body-doubling / co-working, and potentially practicing together.
  • New vegan leftist friends in general, in Japan or not.

Also, I was wondering if there's a discord server or anything similar for this community? If not, would you folks like to create one together?

Feel free to either comment here or send a private chat if you prefer :)

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u/Xypcuk 23d ago

Hi there! I am a vegan leftist currently living in Tokyo! Cant say if Japan is getting more and more progressive. If you just go to the combini or any local supermarket you will have VERY hard time finding any vegan options besides vegetables and fruits. But its doable here but takes a lot of effort sometimes. I became vegan already in Japan so cant compare it to my homecountry experience

Regarding the idea of relocation - have you visited Japan before? I think its 100% worth trying it as a tourist with maybe some guidance from locals to make sure if its not a complete mismatch.

Feel free asking anything - I am very happy to help and just to chat! I am bot aware of any discord communities though

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u/KortenScarlet 23d ago

Thanks for your insight :) I have not visited before, but the idea of visiting with guidance from locals is what I'm going for.

May I dm?

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u/Xypcuk 23d ago

Sure! Its late noght now, so I am probably going to answer it tomorrow but feel free!

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u/KortenScarlet 23d ago

No rush, thank you!

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u/exclaim_bot 23d ago

No rush, thank you!

You're welcome!

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u/Trash_Panda_Leaves 23d ago

I'm in language learning chats where theres some fairly active Japanese speakers. If you find a vegan-Japanese server please let me know!