Nouka no Daidokoro Shinjuku Sanchome

Goodbye, boring salads — hello to vibrant, day-fresh vegetarian creations. Nouka no Daidokoro, which translates to “Farmer’s Kitchen,” is a farm-to-table buffet-style restaurant just minutes from the busy Shinjuku-sanchome Station. From fresh raw salads to Impossible meat burgers, Nouka no Daidokoro is showing the incredible quality of Japanese produce and proving that plant-based dining can be anything but bland. The heart of Nouka no Daidokoro is its exquisite selection of seasonal vegetables sourced directly from over 600 extraordinary farmers all across Japan. The produce is showcased at the salad bar, where guests can choose from dozens of vegetables, dressings and toppings to create their own delicious salad. The restaurant offers a selection of all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink course options as well as a non-vegetarian menu. Nouka no Daidokoro’s commitment to the freshest farm-grown produce is reflected in its interior design, where the space is decked with wooden tables and plenty of vegetable displays. There is even a farm shop area where diners can purchase an array of Japanese products. The atmosphere is intentionally calm and comfortable, acting as a relaxed haven against Shinjuku’s ever-busy streets.