Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in Vancouver

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Yuwa Japanese Cuisine (fka Zest Restaurant)

4.8

4.8 (1314)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

~ STORY OF YUWA JAPANESE CUISINE ~

Chef Masahiro Omori is the Executive Chef / Co-owner of Yuwa Japanese Cuisine who was born and raised in Chiba, Japan. His grandmother "YUWA" passionately owned a fish market in Chiba, Japan for over 50 years. Yuwa's dedication to her craft deeply touched Chef Omori and he lovingly brings her spirit forward with his professional experience at a well-known long-established Kaiseki restaurant in Tokyo, Japan.

Chef Masahiro Omori brings specialized regional dishes from across Japan taking advantage of the highest quality, freshest local BC ingredients. These can all be paired with our specialized selection of wines and sake.

Top review

Emilee

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

Yuwa was delicious!! The quality of the sushi, sashimi, and nigiri were some of the best we have had. The servers were very friendly and attentive and the place had a great atmosphere.

Okeya Kyujiro Vancouver

4.9

4.9 (209)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Yaletown

About the restaurant

Welcome to Okeya Kyujiro Our Omakase Experience is a chef’s choice menu consisting of seasonal ingredients mainly sourced from Japan. It includes approximately 25 courses with mostly sushi.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS
Please let us know before taking a reservation any allergies or food restrictions to know if we can possibly accommodate your needs. We do not accept outsiders food or alcohol in our establishment. We do not have a kid’s menu.
RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Reservation must be cancelled 48 hours in advance. Failure to cancel by this time will result in a cancellation fee. Parties of 5+ full will be required to pay the full price in advance plus 20% service fee. A valid credit card is required to make the reservation. To cancel a reservation, simply cancel through the OpenTable email confirmation or email us: info@info.ca
PRICE: $325 (Dinner) /$180 (Brunch) BEFORE TAX AND TIPS PER PERSON

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Michael

Dined 4 days ago

Celebrated my wife’s birthday! Really memorable and fun experience.

Oku Izakaya

4.9

4.9 (97)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Gastown

About the restaurant

Indulge in OKU IZAKAYA's Japanese culinary symphony, from exquisite sushi to avant-garde creations. Our menu weaves tradition and innovation with delights like sashimi paired with artisanal cheeses and kelp-adorned meats. Experience classics with a twist – from seductive thick-cut braised pork to boldly spiced karaage and smoky silver cod.

At OKU IZAKAYA, discover a vibrant tapestry of Japanese flavors, where culinary traditions meet avant-garde creations. Delight in fresh sashimi and innovative hand-rolled sushi tacos, awakening your taste buds to a flavorful journey. Join us, celebrate the harmonious blend of tastes, and embark on an extraordinary adventure in Japanese gastronomy. Welcome to OKU IZAKAYA.

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Ako

Dined 2 days ago

Omakase sushi that Takeshi (owner) made for us—all of them were as phenomenal as always. I can 100% recommend OKU to anyone who wants a Japanese dining experience where the chef selects and prepares a tasting menu of seasonal ingredients and dishes, leaving it up to the chef to create a unique and personalized meal.

Miku Restaurant - Vancouver

4.8

4.8 (6715)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Coal Harbour

About the restaurant

Specializing in aburi, or flamed-seared, sushi, the act of applying flame directly and lightly searing sushi enhances the natural flavours and textures of the seafood. Miku owner, Seigo Nakamura, innovated the Aburi concept by crafting specialty sauces using non-traditional Japanese ingredients to pair with each type of fish.

Located at the corner of Howe Street and Canada Place Way

Michelin Recommended
Winner of Wine Spectator Award 2024
OpenTable's Top 100 Restaurants 2024

Executive Chef: Kazuhiro Hayashi

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Paul

Dined 3 days ago

We really enjoyed our time at Miku. Great selections from the menu at a reasonable price. Really good food!

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4.9

4.9 (141)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Vancouver, Rajio Japanese Public House is one of the top restaurants offering an authentic taste of Japan. As an izakaya with a focus on kushikatsu, Rajio brings the flavors of Oosaka to the city. This cozy Japanese restaurant offers a wide range of delicious food, from crispy fried skewers (kushikatsu) to fresh sushi and hearty ramen. Whether you're craving classic izakaya dishes or seeking out an authentic Japanese dining experience, Rajio Japanese Public House is a must-visit in Vancouver.
Finally, please be advised that the last order will be accepted until 11:00 PM.
We kindly ask for your understanding.

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brad

Dined on Apr 6, 2025

BEST service ever! Great staff and food. Highly recommend. Should book reso

Tozen Sushi Bar

4.8

4.8 (159)

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

Fairview

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Mikael

Dined on Apr 14, 2025

Great sushi, my favourite so far in Vancouver. Service was great an considerate

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4.7

4.7 (3453)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Yaletown

About the restaurant

Located in the vibrant neighbourhood of Yaletown, Minami follows the pioneering footsteps of its sister restaurant, Miku, in delivering the innovative dining experience of Aburi cuisine to Vancouver's thriving food scene. Each piece of sushi is flame-seared using a blowtorch and binchotan (oak charcoal), resulting in sushi with a smoky aroma and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

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Munira

Dined 3 days ago

We love their food and have always enjoyed dining here ! It was a nice touch for them to acknowledge a little dessert tray in conjunction of our daughter’s birthday today ! Abby who’s served us in the past have always been great !

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4.8

4.8 (908)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

Thank you for booking our tables!
- If you celebrate for birthday or anniversary, please let us know the details.
- Please call us at +1(604)-620-1564, if you book a large group of 7 people or more.
- Your reservation has a time-limit up to 2 hours.
- If you are going to be late, please call us at +1(604)-620-1564. If you do not notify us, your reservation will be cancelled when it is over 15 min from your reservation time.
- Please let us know over the phone If you want to make pre-orders(SHOKADO bento or VEGAN bento) or request special requirements TEL +1(604)-620-1564, We don't take pre-orders on text messages.

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Cherry

Dined 1 day ago

Food was good will be there again !!

TAKENAKA Uni Bar

4.7

4.7 (103)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Gastown

About the restaurant

Thank you for your reservation at TAKENAKA UNI BAR!

Just a heads up, your reservation is good for 2 hours.
If you're running behind schedule, feel free to give them a call at +1(604)-834-3331. They kindly ask that you notify them if you're going to be more than 15 minutes late, otherwise, your reservation might be canceled.

Furthermore, reservations for groups of 9 or more are only accepted via phone, so it's best to contact us directly.

Your table type request might be changed.
If you need to have specific table type, please message us!

Lastly, if you have any special requests or inquiries, don't hesitate to give us a call.
We hope you have a great experience with us!

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Kyle

Dined 2 days ago

One of the best Japanese food I’ve ever had in Canada.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Vancouver, BC | Nelson Square Downtown

4.6

4.6 (1315)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

*Important Note*
We are happy to accept reservations for groups of seven or more people. To book a large group reservation, please call us at 604-558-3885 and ask about our large group policies. For a group of 7+ or more there will be auto gratuity that will be included, as well as during lunch time no lunch sets menu will be provided and instead we offer our group course menus that will be available.

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans, we have reached over 700 locations worldwide.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled meats) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill paired with Japanese sake, cold beers, or other options. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or spend quality time with your significant other!

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Miriam

Dined 7 days ago

Food is great, and the server was very quick and kind.

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