Tokyo Gluten-free Lunch

Tokyo, JP

2 members · Public group

Organized by Géraldine

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If you have food sensitivities or medical dietary needs, you know that Japan can be a tough place to navigate. This group is for expats in Tokyo who follow a gluten-free (and/or dairy-free) diet for health reasons. The goal is to create a space where we can safely enjoy meals together - and share our health struggles if we feel like it. 🙏🏻

Because we focus on medical conditions and dietary restrictions that we literally have to (not just want to) follow, this group is NOT A FIT for those following a diet based on ethical or religious beliefs (like veganism, hallal... ). We are about meeting specific needs for people with real food sensitivities and health problems, not spreading any kind of ideology.

If that sounds good to you, let's meet twice a month at a gluten-free restaurant or café in Tokyo! ✨ Over a safe and delicious meal, we exchange tips on shopping, eating out, reading labels, and asking the right questions in Japanese.

Looking forward to seeing you at lunch! 😊

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Fri, May 9, 2025, 11:30 AM JST✨ Gluten-free meetup and lunch - let's eat pizza, burger and cake!
Shochikuen Café, Tokyo
Are you an expat with food sensitivities living in Japan? Struggling with a food-related condition? If so, this meetup is for you! ✨

Join us for a cozy gluten-free lunch at one of Tokyo’s hidden gluten-free gems! As we enjoy a safe and delicious meal together, we share practical tips for living gluten-free (and/or dairy-free) in Japan.
Whether you're newly arrived or have been here for years, this is a chance to connect with others who understand the daily dietary challenges! 😊

🔹 During our time together, I’ll share:

Where to shop for GF/DF products in Japan

Simple Japanese phrases to ask about ingredients

My latest favorite grocery finds or Japanese kitchen-friendly recipe

🔹 Fee: ¥500 per person (+ order food and drinks separately)

Shochikuen Café is a tiny café located in Asakusa. It has a menu that is entirely gluten-, dairy-, egg-, artificial coloring- and refined sugar-free. It is safe for people with celiac disease. You can check their English menu here:
https://shochiku-en.jp/cafe/#cafe_menu

Please make sure
✅ You arrive on time or let me know if you are late
✅ You pay 500 yens to the organizer and order at least one drink/one food at the counter

🔹⚠ IMPORTANT ⚠🔹
This group and meetup is meant to help people with food sensitivities. Because we literally have to (not just want to) follow dietary restrictions, this meetup is NOT A FIT for those following a diet based on ethical or religious beliefs (like veganism, hallal... ). We are about meeting specific needs for people with real food-related health problems, not spreading any kind of ideology.

🔹 About Your Host
My name is Géraldine and I’ve been eating gluten-free and dairy-free for 15+ years. I became a recipe developer and cookbook author specializing in healthy, allergen-free diets and I moved to Japan a couple years ago. So I do know how tricky it can be to follow an allergen-free diet here! I created this Meetup to help fellow gluten-free expats discover safe, tasty options in Tokyo and feel less alone in their health journey. Looking forward to meeting you for lunch soon! 😊
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