Hi, nice to meet you!

I’m Leonore, a certified vegan nutritionist from Germany, now based in vibrant Tokyo. I moved here in 2014 after completing my degree in Japanese Studies at Frankfurt Goethe University.

You could say I grew up “part-time vegetarian.” My father’s family has always been vegetarian, so skipping meat and fish was second nature to me. In 2009, I officially became vegetarian, and a few years later, while living in Japan, I transitioned to a fully vegan lifestyle after learning about the cruelty behind the egg and dairy industries.

Adapting to life as a vegan in Japan wasn’t easy at first, but I soon learned how to navigate supermarkets and uncover a surprising variety of delicious plant-based foods. In 2019, I deepened my understanding by studying nutrition and earning my certification as a vegan nutritionist. That knowledge completely changed my relationship with food and my health. I gained energy, balance, and a stronger immune system, and I wanted to help others experience the same.

That’s when I began practical research and launched my business and Instagram channel “itadakihealthy”, sharing tips on how to be vegan in Japan. I have since written bilingual guides on basic vegan nutrition and started offering online 1:1 nutrition coaching.

In early 2023, I published “The Ultimate Vegan Guide for Japan”, a comprehensive resource on vegan shopping and dining. My goal is to make veganism as accessible as possible in Japan while continuing to educate and inspire the local community. I have given presentations about nutrition and participated in various vegan-related events to help raise awareness locally.

Veganism in Japan still has a long way to go, but step by step, I’m confident we can make a difference together. 🌱
Thank you for being here with me on this journey. Your support means everything!