Whenever I visit Vancouver, I'm usually centered near the area where Asian Groceries meets Costco. And near this magical intersection is a piece of Japan tucked away in an unassuming spot called Tokyo in April. I've had Omurice many times... the classic method which is just a thin omelette covering ketchup rice... to the now more viral Omelette which is cut open to some runny egg goodness. And this place measures up to a lot of the ones in Japan! Ever since the viral sensation of the new evolved form of Omurice, many locations in Tokyo now also serve this dish. Outside of Japan, it's hard to find ones much better than what they serve here. The rice is cooked very well, the curry is delicious and has more depth than the store bought roux, and the eggs are cooked perfectly. We had a wonderful server who was able to answer all my questions in a friendly manner, and they were also pretty quick to serve. The prices are pretty good too, as they are remarkably cheaper than what I'm used to in Portland. Anyone craving Omurice should give this place a try! read more

Tokyo In April - Omurice (Japanese Omelette Rice), Classic Curry with Karaage add-on. - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

The restaurant is in the heart of Chinatown, right beside the international village building. It's spacious and welcoming. We got to try the famous omurice, which is the Japanese omelette rice, and had some side dishes. The avocado bomb was super yummy, filled with avocado and covered with a deep fried layer of rice. The kontatsu tastes fresh and crunchy, the meat a little bit on the dry side but it's common. Chicken karaage was just okay to me. Personally it had too much batter on it. We both had the traditional omurice. The omelette was nicely cooked. When cut open, all the juice came out nicely. The fried rice underneath has a large portion, tastes good, but a little bit hard. The curry sauce on the side of the plate is quite salty, but it complement the egg well. The service was really good, and our server even came to ask some feedback for improvement. Overall, we really like this place and will stop again when in the area. Free parking is available in the underground parking lot. Friendly tip: Do not use the door on the side to take the stairs if you are visiting after the building hours. The alarm will go off and there's no way out... read more

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We specifically came here for their Rilakkuma Edition Omurice (Wednesdays & Thursdays only) because the kiddo really wanted to try it. Since it was our first time having omurice, we weren't sure what to expect--but it was actually pretty delish! What we ordered: Rilakkuma Omurice (with added Japanese sausage) - Yummmmm. I loved the octopus-shaped sausage--they made the dish extra cute, and the Rilak teddy bear presentation was just adorable. Even better? It was addictively delicious. Must-try. Chicken katsu don - quite salty. Kaisen don - not bad, though the rice wasn't as warm as I would've liked. Karaage - quite delish. Tokyo Story Roll - surprisingly delish with great presentation. Our server, Linra, was super attentive and friendly, which made the experience even better. read more

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we met up at noon on a saturday, knowing that's when tokyo in april opens. we were the first to get in and had our pick of seats. the sun was shining, and it felt quietly ceremonial, like the day was already off to a good start. before long, we were drifting into daydream mode, talking about how tokyo in april would be the perfect place to travel to, if only in our imaginations. once we settled in, conversation flowed easily, bouncing from holiday stories to half formed plans and everything in between. eventually, we paused our conversation to review the menu. ordering, however, took a moment. the menu is generous, almost ambitious: build your own bentos, lunch combos, lunch bentos. a lot to take in, with decision paralysis kicking in, so we did what felt right and focused on the omurice. each table has a small button to call over a server when you're ready. i was hoping they had a melon soda or a matcha latte, my friend was craving a parfait, but it wasn't meant to be. we shared the regular omurice and blue fin combo, and it landed just right. the omurice arrived looking almost too pretty to touch, then came the theatrical moment: a quick slice, the egg opening to reveal creamy omelette dramatically hugging the curry rice underneath like a blanket. not many places in vancouver offer omurice, likely because of the special cooking technique involved. the flavour was cozy and comforting, with just enough tableside drama to make us smile. the tonkatsu was lightly breaded with a satisfying crunch, alongside two negi blue fin cones and two bowls of miso soup. we even had room for dessert, though that part fell a little flat. the yuzu mousse cake and matcha tiramisu weren't made in house and arrived frozen. we weren't in tokyo in april, but we were exactly where we needed to be. good food on the table, time stretching softly, and unfiltered conversation. sometimes the company matters more than the destination and that's its own kind of travel. read more

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We love this place for their BC Roll and their Pumpkin Croquette. The food is always well seasoned and tasty. So far, have only ordered delivery via Uber but great every time! read more

Tokyo In April - Pumpkin coquette BC Roll Salmon maki Teriyaki tofu bento - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Oh my gosh! I'm from San Diego, California and found this restaurant on Yelp. In addition it was really close to the Vrbo where we were staying. It is a cute, small restaurant with wonderful food and service. This is the first Japanese restaurant that I've been to in a really long time that that serves freshly fried shrimp tempura in their rolls that include shrimp tempura. Usually the shrimp is room temp at the most and this was a very pleasant surprise. They have a huge selection of delicious items to choose from, items I haven't seen in San Diego. The Omurice was such a fascinating dish, the "Bombs" looked delicious, although we didn't try them. Also, I've never come across Oshi. We stuck to some standard rolls because we didn't know if we could "trust" this place or not. After the first bite, we were in heaven! Ordered pork gyoza, assorted tempura, edamame, crazy girl roll, rainbow roll and tuna fever roll. Every bite was absolutely delicious and fresh! Oh my gosh, how I wish I lived closer. So delicious! And, the price is right! read more

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Omurice was delicious ! super soft egg and great tasting curry. we tried one with chicken katsu and one with tonkatsu which were both perfect and crispy. bell on the table for service and was seated straight away at dinner time. They also have a large selection of sushi + other hot food. read more

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A yummy Japanese restaurant located in Chinatown, Vancouver! My friends and I called in for a group of 7 on Saturday night, and Tokyo in April was able to accommodate us. We arrived around 7:00 PM, and we were seated immediately. My group and I ordered separate entrees and appetizers, and Tokyo in April's menu had a great variety of Japanese food for us to choose from. I ordered the nabeyaki udon for myself and shareables, we ordered the pumpkin korokke, beef tataki, paradise roll, salmon lover roll, salmon oshi, and scallop oshi (we ordered a lot...). My personal favorites for the shareables were the salmon lover roll and the scallop oshi. The salmon lover roll had very fresh salmon, and they did not skimp out on salmon either. The scallop oshi was different to me as I never had this type of sushi before, but I loved how it tasted! It made me more interested in trying more pressed sushi in the future. The nabeyaki udon was simple but flavorful; it was a seafood-based udon and there was plenty of seafood. Our server also brought out everything in a timely manner, which we appreciated since we ordered so much so that it was amazing! A good choice for Japanese food if you are in the area! read more

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Well, we have a new must number one Japanese restaurant in Vancouver. Extremely flavorful and excellent presentation. Four of us allowed for a multitude of dishes to try. The Omurice and Blue Fin combo, assorted Tempura, Unagi Hot Stone Bowl, California roll combo, Pumpkin Korokke. The Omarice was the dish my wife came looking to try. Most superbly cooked, the runny omelette was light and tasty. The Tonkatsu was crunchy and juicy. The third element- the Japanese Curry sauce added to an excellent dish. The Blue Fin cone had super fresh fish and fluffy rice. The every piece of Tempura was crunchy and well cooked. Nothing was overcooked. Each brought out the ingredients individual flavors. The Unagi Hot Stone Bowl was a calliope of flavors and textures. The unagi wasn't heavily sauced, but the house made sauce added a light touch allowing the savoriness and smokiness to come through. The hot stone bowl added a crunchiness to the rice. One of the best unagi dishes we've ever had. The California roll combo had the best flavor and execution. All of us decided it was the best we've had. The Tuna maki was light allowing the fish's flavor to rise to the surface. The Pumpkin Korroke was excellent and crunchy. We will most definitely return. My daughter has already asked for the Unagi and California rolls. Unfortunately for her, we are in Seattle. read more

Tokyo in April is one of those places that quietly impresses you the more you eat. Everything we tried felt thoughtfully prepared and well balanced, without trying too hard to be flashy. The omurice was comforting and rich, with soft fluffy eggs wrapped perfectly around the rice, paired with a deep savory sauce that tied everything together. It felt like classic Japanese comfort food done right. The katsu dishes were equally satisfying. Crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and not greasy at all. You can really taste the quality in each bite. The dish topped with sauce and seaweed had a great balance of textures and flavors, creamy, savory, and slightly sweet, while still feeling light enough to enjoy fully. Even simple elements felt intentional and well executed. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, making it a great spot to enjoy a proper meal without feeling rushed. Overall, Tokyo in April delivers comforting Japanese dishes with care and consistency. Definitely a place I would return to when craving something warm, satisfying, and well made. read more

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This is our first time in Vancouver but heard the Asian food scene is really strong. My daughter has been wanting to try omnurice, and she loves sushi. We were seated very promptly, and they have a button to call your server over. We ordered miso soup, edamame, 8 pieces of salmon nigiri (which was so fresh!), the original omnurice, a California roll, a tiger roll, and tea. Most was scarfed down before we could get a picture of it. Service was polite and prompt. We paid $77 for all the food. read more

Tokyo In April - Edamame, salmon nigiri, and a California roll - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Its a cute sushi house. Service was excellent, fair prices as well. Food came out quickly and was delicious. They started to have their dinner rush, so closing our bill out took a bit but I needed the time to digest all my food read more

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We got a recommendation from a colleague to try the omurice from this place and since we had something to do in the area, we decided to go here for dinner. We were welcomed in by a friendly staff member, and we were seated promptly. We arrived before 6pm on a weekday and it was relatively empty when we got there, but the restaurant filled up quickly after. I was surprised and happy to see how busy they were on a weekday evening. We ordered a few dishes but we really enjoyed the Unagi hot stone bowl rice ($18.90) with the crispy rice and sweet & savoury flavours of the eel. We also liked the Kuma or bear Omurice ($21.50) because of how cute it was! Do keep in mind they only serve the bear omurice on Wednesdays and Thursdays. We also ordered the Katsu set ($21.95) but felt a little underwhelmed since they weren't that crispy and their cheese Katsu was fully stuffed with various ingredients but fell apart easily when we tried to pick it up. Overall, we enjoyed our meal and how cute the bear omurice was!! read more

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Everything test delicious, fresh, and quick. I really like the wide selections they offer. The sashimi tasted very fresh. read more

Tokyo In April - Salmon oshi aburi - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Tokyo in April is a well lit spot tucked near downtown Vancouver. When we walked in we wanted a taste of Japan that we wouldn't normally find in other restaurants and that was their signature omurice. Eating it felt like hug. The warm katsu paired well with the egg. I'll be back next time in visiting. Be sure to come on the days where they serve the omurice as hello kitty. read more

Tokyo In April - Chicken katsu omurice - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Beef udon noodle was too salty and beef portion was lacking. Price was good for the item so i can't complain. Sashimi was too cold and was mediocre and cut too thick. The best is item there is omurice and donkatsu. read more

Tokyo In April - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Omg, so good. Was visiting from the US for the LAFC vs Whitecaps game and powered walked here immediately after. It was an hour til closing and the graciously welcomed me inside. Cute layout, enough seating and friendly staff. There were about 4 other tables occupied at this time. I ordered the jumbo scallop, yellow fin tuna and tuna belly nigiri - omggg the jumbo scallop was so fresh, jumbo and almost buttery. I loved all three and was out of phone storage so couldn't take the proper photo. So yummy, I can still taste it. The sockeye salmon Oshi was soooo yummy. Perfectly seared salmon on top with the raw salmon bites in the center. It was sooo good! I took the penguin roll to go for my love and he loved it. read more

Tokyo In April - Salmon Oshi Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Came here for dinner around 5:30pm with 2 kids and 4 adults. We were seated pretty quickly. You scan the menu QR code for the menu and when you're ready to order you push the button for the server. The servers were friendly. The group ate too fast so couldn't get pictures in time. But the kids really enjoyed the kilarumma omurice which they only do on Wednesday and Thursday. We ordered the tuna toro aburi nigiri, tuna fever roll, salmon lover roll, caterpillar roll, California roll and a Tiger roll. All the rolls were good and standard. After eating our rolls we kept noticing the tonkatsu come out the kitchen so we ended up ordering one and it was so yummy. would definitely come back for the omurice with extra gravy and the tonkatsu. Overall the food was good can't really go wrong with anything read more

Tokyo In April - Rilakumma omurice - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Let me just preface this and say that if it wasn't a work lunch stipend I wouldve a) went in person b) got a different order. Got their bento box for lunch and I really loved the way that they grilled the teriyaki chicken and how the tempura was still so crunchy, light and fresh. I really enjoyed it as it tasted better than any other aberahe chicken teriyaki bento box. Definitely need to try their specialty items (omurice) when I go in person. read more

Tokyo In April - chicken teriyaki bento - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Very delicious! We came on a Wednesday night about 30 min before closing as we rushed to make it in time and they let us get seated. There were only about 3 or 4 parties left. We got the unagi stone pot since it's not a very common dish and I personally love unagi. Since it was a Wednesday they also had the omurice rilakuma edition so we had to try that (also available on thurs). Both dishes were delicious. The rice at the bottom of the stone pot was crispy and everything mixed well together. The rilakuma omurice was super cute. The sauce was great with the egg and rice. The staff was friendly and we appreciate them seating us. Would definitely recommend! read more

Tokyo In April - Omurice rilakuma - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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We enjoyed the food here. Because of the exchange rate, prices were great. Our rolls, sushi and sashimi all tasted very good. The only problem is that there are just too many options in Vancouver, so although we wanted too, we never made it back. Korean was calling our stomachs. read more

Whenever I come to Vancouver, I crave Japanese food. This time it was a Wednesday, so I noticed the special Omurice on the menu and ordered it. Omurice - Rilakkuma Edition ( Wednesday and Thursday Only available. ) Also I ordered snow crab leg nigiri. Rilakkuma omurice looks like a bear wrapped in a yellow blanket. So cute!!! I think the taste is something everyone will like. Rilakkuma is delicious with inari sushi. However, some people may find it too cute to eat. I recommend this if you come on a Wednesday or Thursday. I tried the snow crab leg nigiri before eating the omurice, but I had no idea what it tasted like. It wasn't what I expected. The store staff are all friendly and helpful. The atmosphere of the restaurant is also good. I would like to come here again. read more

Tokyo In April - Omurice - Rilakkuma Edition ( Wednesday and Thursday Only available. ) - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I came here twice so far. The first time, the omurice chef was on vacation so I could not try what I went there for. However, I loved the stone rice bowl and the cutlet! They were amazing. Second time I came back for the omurice. I did not think it was anything special. But maybe that's omurice? Not sure I would try that again. But they do a special Rilakkuma omurice on Wednesdays and Thursdays! Lots of parking in the mall available and lots of seats. You order through the QR code online or you can ring the bell for service. read more

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Very delicious green tea and sushi! The fish taste very fresh. The service of the place is great as well! This place also has free wifi for those international travelers, like myself, that need it. read more

So, we ordered takeout on the long weekend, and the restaurant looked quite empty, with only a few tables occupied. I had heard from friends that this place was great, but I was genuinely disappointed. We ordered takeout, and the salmon sashimi was freezer-burnt and not very good. The dynamite roll was okay, and the chicken katsu set was just average at best. The ambiance and decor were great, and maybe the food is better when it's fresh and served at the restaurant. However, we picked up our food within 10 minutes and got home to eat it, so there wasn't a significant delay. It wasn't a particularly hot or cold day either. read more

As close to Tokyo as I have ever been! Came here for the famous Omurice. It was phenomenal, completely exceeded the expectations. Their sushi was fresh and well made. Can't wait to come back and try more dishes. We asked for off menu seared salmon nigiri and it was delicious! This SHOULD be on their menu ;) The crispy rice with salmon would have been 10/10 if the rice wasn't so oily. The fish was perfection. Server took our feedback to the chef but CME back and said that is how it's supposed to be. But I've had crispy rice before and it is not usually saturated like that. Overall, it was a great experience. Can't wait to come back and try more dishes. read more

Tokyo In April - Seared salmon nigiri - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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The salmon katsu don was really good. Service was good too. This was first time eating here as we were staying in down town Vancouver over the weekend, I would go back on our next trip. read more

Tokyo In April - Salmon Katsu don - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Really glad to have found this place, spacious interior, good service, wasn't too busy. Every single cut of fish was generous, super thick, and buttery soft. I especially enjoyed the hamachi and tuna toro. The scallop didn't have much of a natural sweetness to it that I usually like, maybe it was too cold. The uni was also generously portioned but had a very neutral flavor, neither briny nor sweet. Karaage was not crispy, but was tender and straightforward. Omurice was fun to watch them cut open in front of us. Tasted as expected, like an eggy curry fried rice. read more

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Tokyo in April in April so why not. I'm from the San Francisco area of California where we have really good sushi, or so I thought. Although I came here for the nonexistent sushi bar but what I got was some of the largest, lushness tuna ever. Signature omelet spectacular. I do a lot of work in Vancouver. I'll come back regardless of month. Only two minor negatives were no sushi bar and no saki in sizes suitable for a single diner. I'll remove 1 star. read more

Tokyo In April - Tuna 3 ways - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

What a delightful gem! The interior was pretty, and the strange shape of the restaurant made it possible for a gallery wall with great seating. The servers were friendly and prompt. My partner asked for something unique, and the server recommended Tokyo Story, which was a great hit. You can't go wrong with their bluefin sashimi, which was on a special when we went. The omurice was delicious, although I've never seen the egg on omurice in real life fall apart like the social media versions. Nonetheless, it was very tasty and a super filling meal with the beef and chicken katsu. Paid street parking and paid parking lot nearby. read more

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Stopped by for a late-ish weekend lunch; there were handful of tables when we got there, but they probably get busier at peak hours, so it might be better to call to make a res. Of course my friend and I had to get the omurice - we shared one order of the regular (i.e. not beet or spinach) one. It was really good! The egg was perfectly fluffy and runny and the rice with sauce was not bad too - light curry and the juicy bites of meat all were delicious. Honestly I'm not sure if I've had a better omurice in North America, that's how yummy this was :) We also each got one order of the bento boxes. Some highlights: - the beef teriyaki was surprisingly good. The sauce wasn't too heavy, the beef was tender, and it paired nicely with the fragrant rice. I'd be willing to just order this as a dish by itself. - spring mix salad was super fresh and yummy - spicy salmon roll was average? salmon wasn't amazing but there was a lot of it lol - chicken karaage was delicious but I was too full to finish it In any case, it was all-around a delicious meal, and at a great price point, too - I'd really love to come back soon! read more

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Located in gastown/chinatown. One of the best omurice spots in the city! The egg is cooked perfectly and the staff will cut it open in front of you and make sure you get the right angle haha. read more

Finally had the chance to try the viral coloured omurice in Tokyo in April. Omurice is a Japanese omelette draped over fried rice. You can choose from three flavours: yellow(original), green (spinach) and red (beet). Regular omurice is $18.90 & it's an additional $2.50 for the coloured ones. The restaurant also has a wide variety items on the menu which includes sushi, rice bowls, sashimi, tempura, tapas, udon & more. The inside has an easy going and casual vibe. Green Omurice $21.40-Overall, it was an enjoyable dish & filling dish. The spinach taste isn't very strong. Great to try for the experience but quite pricey for what you get! I also added top sausages shaped like octopuses for an additional $3.95. Unagi Rice Bowl $18.90- It came sizzling in a hot rice stone bowl. Very flavourful and delicious Tokyo Toast $6.50-Fluffy toast with maple syrup & cinnamon powder. It's very sweet Salmon Oshi $15- Flame seared sockeye salmon with oshi sauce & jalapeño topper. It was yummy & seared perfectly There's lot of items on the menu so I wouldn't mind coming back to try more items! Parking: 2hrs free underground parking Price: Appetizers are $2.50-$17.90 and Mains are $11.90-$59 read more

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It was my first time visiting this place and I'm so impressed. Sushi were fresh and tasty, especially Tokyo Story Roll! It's my favourite now!! You must to try it! Highly recommend this place. I'll come back here again soon read more

What a gem Tokyo in April is! So close to Rogers/BC place and international village. They have the cutest menu items and it feels like you're in Japan inside. They were very accommodating with our large group. I would definitelu come back here again. read more

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Located in Vancouver's downtown. It was close to our airbnb. Did a takeout for my birthday dinner. It's not a big restaurant so it gets busy. The menu have different Japanese dishes. We ordered a bunch of things to try: omurice unagi don, scallop roll, tonkatsu and nigiris. The presentation was very nice. The food are smaller portions. Not overly salted food. Food was savory and sweet. Very delicious. Everything was cooked fresh. Soo good! read more

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A perfect experience from start to finish. We walked in (a group of 6) at 5:30pm on a Sunday and were seated right away. Service was SO quick, we could all pay separately, and the food was great! I loved my salmon and eel rolls. Everyone was happy, and staff was so nice and attentive. read more

Pros: sushi was fresh, thick cut sashimi tasted awesome. Chef gave us fresh/real wasabi instead of the imitation ones as a form of apology for running out of uni and scallop Cons: they didn't have uni or scallop on the day we were there. We were there in the afternoon so it was not like they just sold out. The 3 things I originally ordered 2 were out......‍ Restroom was not tidy. read more

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Came in to try their famous Omurice. They have 3 flavors OG...which i had. Beet flavour, which makes the egg look red. And spinach..(green) It was fantastic. Although the egg didnt flop open when sliced, it was still cooked well and inside was the perfect degree of doneness. The sauce was apple curry and the rice inside was beef fried rice. The dish came hot and freshly made, even on the inside. Perfect for me. Service quick and efficient. Lots of turnover of clients. Space was spacious and clean. Will repeat for sure. Cheers! Happy eating! read more

Tokyo In April - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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What an experience! We aren't from around here but we're so glad we stopped by. The omurice was definitely the star of the show, but the beef udon and salmon katsu don were definitely some honorable mentions. Seating was a little tight but parking was free from the mall. We were seated immediately, but it took some time to get a server's attention. Still, once we were served we found it was definitely worth it. Will definitely be stopping by again for that omurice. read more

Tokyo In April - Salmon Katsu Don (Left), Beef Udon Soup (Right) - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia