noun
vegan; strict vegetarian
Refers to a person who follows a vegan diet, avoiding all animal products. Often used in dietary or ethical contexts. Compare with ヴィーガン, which is a more common loanword.
See also: ヴィーガン
彼女は純菜食主義者で、卵も乳製品も食べない。
She is a vegan and doesn't eat eggs or dairy products.
純菜食主義者向けのレストランが増えている。
Restaurants catering to vegans are increasing.
Compound of 純 (pure) + 菜食 (vegetable diet) + 主義 (principle) + 者 (person). A Japanese-coined term for 'vegan'.