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Restaurant ReviewRestaurant Review
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The undefinability of Niwa

The undefinability of Niwa

Is it Japanese? Is it fusion? It doesn't matter.

Sara Harowitz
Sara Harowitz
GastownGastown
+2+2
If there was a perfect Izakaya outside Japan, it might be Oku

If there was a perfect Izakaya outside Japan, it might be Oku

If you think Gastown is only for tourist restaurants, you are sorely missing out

Ralf Joneikies
Ralf Joneikies
Restaurant ReviewRestaurant Review
+2+2
Tradition and excellence at Yuji’s

Tradition and excellence at Yuji’s

This humble spot will make sushi lovers swooon

Ralf Joneikies
Ralf Joneikies
GastownGastown
+3+3
Corner store comfort food at Zenya Japanese Kitchen

Corner store comfort food at Zenya Japanese Kitchen

Vancouver malls are having a comeback, with an emphasis on affordability

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
Restaurant ReviewRestaurant Review
+2+2
You may discover Yume Dining is your new favourite lunch spot

You may discover Yume Dining is your new favourite lunch spot

Not only is the food good, including one dish you might not normally find the prices incredibly reasonable

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
Grocery StoreGrocery Store
+2+2
Japanese treats and eats at Konbiniya Japan Centre

Japanese treats and eats at Konbiniya Japan Centre

With two locations, Konbiniya Japan Centre has you covered for all your Japanese treats

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
GastownGastown
+3+3
Review: Aiyaohno Cafe

Review: Aiyaohno Cafe

The husband wife duo are cooking up something unique in Gastown

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
West EndWest End
+3+3
Review: Indonesian and Japanese cuisines collide at Jungle Room

Review: Indonesian and Japanese cuisines collide at Jungle Room

With unique dishes and a memorable interiour the Jungle Room sets itself apart in Vancouver

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
Restaurant ReviewRestaurant Review
+3+3
Break your perceptions at Pizza Coming Soon
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Break your perceptions at Pizza Coming Soon

The Japanese snack bar is a standout in Chinatown, eschewing the restaurant aesthetic

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe