Japanese

Gyusen Japanese Grill which specializes in Japanese char-grilled beef tongue dishes has launched a few new dishes on their menu. These include: AAA Grade Ribeye Yakiniku …

Local celebrity sushi chef Takayuki Omi has just opened a new venture in Downtown Vancouver.  Sashimiya softly opened three days ago and is a new …

In Vancouver, we don’t really have Japanese dessert cafes specializing in pastries for me to satisfy my sweet tooth.  One of the most prominent ones …

It was a real treat last week to have dined at the critically acclaimed Masayoshi restaurant on Fraser Street.  Known for offering authentic Japanese cuisine with …

One of the participating establishments in Vancouver Foodster’s Crepe Challenge this year is Japanese Crepe SASUKE.  Located inside the Richmond Night Market (F2), Japanese Crepe …

Newly opened in the West End is Saku, a Japanese restaurant specializing in pork cutlet set meals.  The restaurant takes over the space at 1773 Robson …

Rajio Public House in Point Grey is celebrating their fifth anniversary!  This hip, eclectic Japanese Izakaya located by UBC specializes in Japanese tapas and entrees, …

Back in May, I was collaborating with the Robson Business Improvement Association to showcase some top Robson foodie spots.   One restaurant on Robson that …

To celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday, Cadillac Canada has been sharing stories from the country’s daring side.  The campaign highlights 150 Daring Moments from Canada’s history that …

Even when I dine out, I love a good homestyle meal in an unpretentious setting.  And it doesn’t get anymore casual than dining at a …

On our week long family trip to the Okanagan last fall, one of our stops was Kelowna where we stayed for a few days.  In …

One of the most popular restaurants in Richmond is Gyo-O, a Japanese restaurant within Continental Centre.  They are a longstanding restaurant in Richmond having been …

Kishimoto Japanese Kitchen and Sushi Bar has been around for several years and is known for excellent sushi in a casual setting.  Many customers have noted …

This past summer, Kamei Royale relocated to a new Downtown location in Coal Harbour.  The move to a different space allowed Kamei Royale to offer …

Guu Richmond, part of the popular Guu Izakaya chain, focuses on sushi and sashimi offerings.  Its location is slightly hidden in Aberdeen Centre but that doesn’t stop …

When it comes to top Japanese restaurants in Vancouver, Kingyo Izakaya on Denman is undoubtedly one of them.  This year, Vancouver Magazine named Kingyo as …

A newly opened Gastown Japanese restaurant is Kozakura, a 25 seat eatery serving sophisticated Japanese food.  Located at 280 Carrall Street, Kozakura is the new culinary concept …

Calling all sushi lovers!  The newly opened Maruyama offers a traditional omakase (chef’s choice) sushi experience with “fresh” fish flown in from Japan.  Opened just three …

Suika is popular Japanese eatery that has been serving some delicious izakaya for many years now.  Suika is sister restaurant to Kingo Izakaya in the West End …

Shizenya is a unique Japanese restaurant in Vancouver because they serve healthier and more natural Japanese food.  In fact, Shizenya is the first natural food Japanese restaurant …

Someone recently asked me for Japanese restaurant suggestions for out-of-town guests and I immediately named Miku and sister restaurant Minami as go-to-places.  When it comes to …