~ Great Quality ~ The fish quality is comparable to Hawai'i's! The service is so nice and love the bowling theme. read more

Saw a friend come here for their 3-bowl don and was very intrigued by the concept and also how the quality would be. I learnt that they're a new restaurant opened up by the same group as Raisu/Rajio/Kingyo, so I know that they wouldn't disappoint. We went on Valentines Day around 2:30pm and was fortunate enough to not have to wait too long (only around 10mins max)! The interior is super cute with a nostalgic diner feel. I wanted to order the 3-bowl set for lunch, but the selection for that day was kinda mid, so I opted for the bluefin feast bowl instead. I was NOT disappointed at all. The fish was so fresh and I feel like it was reasonably priced for all the fish that we got. When they said generous serving of tuna tartare, they were not lying. There was so much!!!!! Also really enjoyed all the different cuts of tuna; but my favourite was chu-toro for sure. Perfect balance between melt-in-your-mouth and having a bit of bite. It is a bit expensive, but they load up on the fish so I feel like it's worth the splurge meal once in awhile especially if you're missing Japan! read more

Toyokan Bowl - Bluefin tuna bowl $65 - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Went for an impromptu dinner after seeing their ads on Instagram. Part of the same group as Kingyo and Raisu, Toyokan seems to specialise in raw donburi, with options like uni and a variety of different seafood. They were having a new salmon festival menu, so we got The Champion ($32 for King Salmon version), which has five raw and five aburi'd salmon, served with ikura and flaked salmon over a bed of rice. There was also supposed to be a tartare, but I honestly couldn't taste it. Overall, it will scratch your itch if you want a bowl, but I think they should serve it with sushi rice. Another pet peeve is that not only do they not have pickled ginger, but the wasabi doesn't seem authentic and appears to be made using horseradish. read more

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Fun, flavorful, and unique! This was our first stop on our Vancouver trip. We love Vancouver as it has a diverse and delicious array of food options. And this place is no exception!! What a fun experience! Sushi was yummy and fresh, service was great, ambience was quirky and casual. I wish we had something like this is Seattle! read more

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this is an authentic and cozy spot for Japanese cuisine lovers! the price point is a little higher than their neighbors, but it is more than justified by the quality and freshness of their ingredients. the staff were extremely attentive and knowledgeable about their menu options. I would recommend stopping by! read more

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Toyokan has both an upstairs (Toyokan Bowl) and a downstairs (Toyokan Plaza) which have different menus and different wait times. We came here on a weekend and even though there wasn't anyone in front of us - there was still a bit of a wait before we could get seated. The upstairs is known for what else but their bowls of seafood. I got their special sashimi triad bowl which had salmon, yellowtail, and sea bream. The flavouring was on point and the seafood fresh. They also have their house made soy sauce which was a nice addition. Toyokan has a cute bowling theme in their decor and interior which was an interesting mix with the Japanese cuisine. Overall a great place for seafood bowls, and I will be back. read more

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Stopped by for dinner on NYE. I was shocked that they were able to accommodate during a holiday without reservations. It's upstairs behind a curtain. The service was great. Our server was very thorough in explaining the menu. The only part I wasn't too keen on was the timing for our food. It was a table of 3 and one of us got food long before the 2nd and by the time the 3rd person (me) got my food, the 1st person was about 1/2 way done with their meal. The portions are fair for the price and the fish and uni was extremely fresh and melt in your mouth tender. The rice was perfectly cooked (each grain held its own, "Asian Al Dente"). I strongly recommend this place if you are a seafood fan. Casual enough for a get together and nice enough for a cute date night. read more

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I am thrilled that we get to enjoy Uni and other seafood from Japan at Toyokan Bowl. I like that their menu offers food at a good range of price points, from regular seafood bowls of $20ish to special sharable dishes at higher prices. The tuna and uni we tried were fresh and sweet. I love that we can taste three different types of uni in one bowl. The interior decor with bowling theme was fun. Staff were helpful. Overall it was a great dinning experience. read more

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We absolutely enjoy everything here. The ingredients are fresh, taste so good, and portion are decent size. I'm still craving for the food and couldn't find any good location with the same style of bowls/box like here in the States. It was absolutely incredible at the meticulous work the chef does to ensure portion, cuts, and taste on point. It was so delicious! Ambiance is fun although seatings are limited esp for large group. I would plan ahead and come early for waiting time esp on rush dinner hour. This will be one of the reason why we shall return to Vancouver, CA. read more

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Updated special menu: We tried the tamago unagi, it was sooo good. The tamago is super soft. We love this place. read more

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My local friend really hyped this place up, and it really did not disappoint! The bowling theme was a bit quirky but the real star was the food. The seafood was super fresh and the wagyu really just melts in your mouth! read more

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All fish were super fresh and tasty. The uni and lobster were super smooth and refreshing without being super fishy! The garlic added a nice touch as well. The ambiance is very cute with a nice bowling theme. Food came out in a decent time and service was great, but the server we had spoke quite softly so it was hard to understand her. Although the bowls were filled with a lot of rice, there was still sufficient fish and overall it was worth the money. read more

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finally got to try this restaurant. Tried to walk in once in the past but the wait was too long so gave up last time. Walked in at 6pm for an early dinner and managed to get a table Went there specifically for their uni and didnt disappoint. We ordered a double uni bowl with bafun uni, ikura and a daily special uni. Both are hokkaido uni. We also ordered the emperor sashimi bowl. The variety of sashimi is amazing. it has a small lobster, scallops, shrimp, yellowtail, etc In general, the prices might be on the higher end but it is definitely worth the price. Will visit again read more

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This was the star of our trip. I loved the bluefin tuna bowl with its three types of tuna. The otoro and chutoro were melt-in-your-mouth, and the pieces were nicely cut - thick cut. There is also some spicy tuna on the side, and that's nice for low food waste. The vibes are immaculate here, too. There's a bowling ball theme, the staff are Japanese, and they make their own soy sauce marinated in fish. They have a nice price range, from the $20 bowls and the "try 3 special" bowls to the higher price point, limited servings. They have dessert, but we were too full to try any. We'll definitely be back! read more

Toyokan Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This restaurant is a must every time I'm in Vancouver, BC. I'm a huge otoro lover and this spot always hits. I usually don't like uni, but wow l, this place completely changed my mind. We tried their special with five different types of uni imported from Japan, and every single one was amazing. They've officially converted me into an uni fan, and I cannot wait to come back for more. There was no wait during lunch, which made the whole experience even better. While we were dining, there was also a birthday celebration and the staff brought out a cute little dessert, turned off the lights, and turned on strobe lights to sing happy birthday. It was such a thoughtful and fun touch that made the atmosphere feel extra special. read more

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We were in Vancouver and we found this place through Instagram. There is only street parking so give yourself some time to hunt for a good spot. Be prepared for a wait as the reatauraunt is very popular and gets very busy. We waited for about an hour. I recommend that if you want minimal wait, get here before they open and wait in line for them to open. It gets busy right away. We ordered the Ootoro and Hokkaido Uni set, Wagyu set, and the Emperor Don. Definitely worth the wait. The Hokkaido Uni is fresh and creamy. The Wagyu is cooked on the medium rare side but it was perfect. They have a poached egg on the side that you cover over the wagyu. I recommend eating some as is and then take some of the rice with the wagyu and place it into the small bowl they give you and cover that with the egg to try. Both are really good but I know not everyone likes the egg on the rice and beef. Personally I grew up with that so it's one of my favorites. The Emperor Don is a wonderful way to get a variety of seafood. The staff are super nice and polite. The staff are from Japan so you really get the feel of Japanese hospitality. We will definitely be back next time we come to Vancouver. Thank you for the meal! ごちそうさまでした。It's was very delicious! とてもおいしかった。 read more

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3.75 stars. stumbled upon this place while in vancouver for 1 day before alaska cruise. love the uni and ikura bowl - but it was kinda small!!! the various sashimi bowl one was fresh but nothing really special or tasting better than other places and then again portion was smalllll for the price. duck appetizer was really good tho - must try. read more

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We absolutely love the atmosphere and food here! Simple yet authentic Japanese cuisine. That being said the menu is placed at a higher price point, but is also reflected in the quality of the food and overall service. I especially loved the three bowls allowing me to try a little bit of everything which is exactly what I look for when trying a new restaurant. Unfortunately, we were both so full and was not able to try the Uni bowls, which seems to be what they are known for (they noted having three different kinds of Uni). Will definitely be coming back for those! read more

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The toyokan bowl is the one upstairs and I visited during lunch time. The building is traditional but the inside of the restaurant has a bowling alley theme. It's very cute. Since it was our first time here, the server also patiently explained their special dishes and what they have for today. They were very friendly. We chose to get the today's 3 daily bowl and there were king salmon, ikura and tuna. There was a lot of rice and we were very full by the end of the meal. The portion of each bowl is quite small compared to the rice, but overall it's still worth it. All the ingredients taste fresh. read more

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Service was amazing - our server was so patient with us while we figured out what we wanted and asked her all the questions to clarify a few things about the menu. This restaurant is expensive but you pay for what you get. The highlights were - Turkey and bluefin toro and Hokkaido uni. Their grand ocean and land treasure box was okay. They only have 10 servings of those in a day (5 for lunch, 5 for dinner) so my friends were excited to try it but it didnt quite live up to the expectation. Overall the uni was fresh and creamy and the tuna was buttery. Highly recommend. read more

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Love this restaurant! Reminds me of Japan so much! Located on the second floor. Firstly, let's appreciate the exterior looks of the restaurant, it's like I'm in Kyoto. Then the service and greetings just like in Japan, amazing. The food was authentic and fresh. Portions were great. Interior design was bowling themed, interesting and lovely. The bowls are unlimited rice if you want, the sashimi and selection is great. Their soy sauce is made in-house. Definitely a must try! The price can range from $30 to $100+ depending on what grade of sashimi you desire. read more

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Sister restaurant of Raisu. Very similar but a little different! I got the salmon trio bowl for takeout, I got it within 5 mins so super fast! You have to go upstairs, and it's bowling theme super cute! The server was friendly. The bowl was overall refreshing and simple! 5 pieces of salmon, sockeye salmon, topped with ikura mentiako. read more

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This is a really trendy donburi / sushi bowl place. It's on the second floor above Toyokan which is more traditional food I think. They have a super cute menu with great decorations and really makes you feel like you're in Japan or something. The menu is expansive and this is the place if you really like Uni or a wide variety of seafood in one meal. For me I like salmon above all so I ordered the King salmon bowl. It comes with both traditional salmon and also aburi, plus salmon roe, and some dried salmon flakes or "roe song" in the rice. It's a really delicious combo and I loved it. The green tea was also really on point. Great place to come if you love sashimi. For me I felt the fish slices were a bit thin and the bowl was a bit small for the price ($30) read more

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This bowling themed restaurant @toyokan_bowl has easily become one of my favourites in Vancouver! With the freshest sashimi and premium uni straight from Japan, if you're looking for a luxurious date night then this is your place! They don't take reservation, so make sure you go early!! I was just here a week ago, but had to come back to try the other items I didn't get to order the first time! What we ordered: * the emperor bowl $70 * A5 Waygu box $60 * Bluefin otoro and uni box (my fave!!) $100 * sake $30 * udon $8.8 Located on: 1896 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC (UPPER LEVEL) read more

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My friend and I decided to reach get the Wagyu tray and chutoro tray and split it! It was great getting to try both. We both enjoyed the super fresh ingredients but felt like it was a tad overpriced. The service is quick. The interior is small so if you come after it initially opens, be prepared for a wait! read more

Toyokan Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

The uni is sooooo fresh and sweet! Definitely worth coming! It is pricy, but can be a great treat for special occasions. The servers are all very polite and service is great. The restaurant is small, so go early on weekends. It is upstairs on the 2nd floor, so you will have to walk up a flight of stairs. read more

Toyokan Bowl - Turkey: 3 different types of uni with ikura - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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We came on a Saturday at lunch. Parking was quite difficult but we finally were able to find street parking right outside the restaurant. The restaurant is located on the second floor and upon entering, it's very viby and aesthetic. We loved the bowling theme and how the servers and all the details went along with the theme. We ordered a Mother's Day weekend special that had 6 different bowls to sample. We also ordered the 3 Year Aged Hoji Tea. Everything was delicious. We were sad that they had run out of The Emperor King of Seafood Bowl. We will definitely have to come back to try it out! What a fun and tasty find in Vancouver! read more

Toyokan Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Went on a Friday lunch and the wait was long even though there were actually a lot of open tables. I enjoyed the three choices of the day ( three small bowls) highlight for me was the unagi bowl with egg- never had egg so fluffy and creamy. Everything was delicious. Totally different level compared to normal restaurants. Such great value, variety and quality. The interior is well decorated and clean with everything being bowling alley themed. read more

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Well, like many others, I saw this on IG, so we went to check it out on a rainy Thursday night just before Xmas. Because they have a no reservation system, we went early because we're too old to stand in a line. Good thing, because there was a line by 6:30pm! By the time we left at 7pm, the line reached the ground level, even though there were a few single and double seats available at the bar and communal table. I think they need to work out a better management system as that's silly. Anyhoo, the food was quite good! My husband had their "Strike" bowl, which had the Ikura and today's selection was the baifun uni which was a nice bonus. I had their Bluefin Feast bowl and it was also pretty good. We both had their special mini udon which I have to say was DELICIOUS. The broth was insanely good, the noodles were perfect. We usually don't eat dessert, but we tried them both. They are quite tiny and very light and not too sweet. The almond tofu tasted like a creamy mousse, and the Earl Grey pudding was very light. A nice, not too filling finish for the meal. read more

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Been hearing about this place so I gotta try. I love ikura and the hubby loves uni! We decided to go all in! We got: ° Turkey ° Salmon Trio and Ikura Bowl ° Shio Koji Duck Carpaccio ° Earl Grey & Grapefruit Pudding Of the uni, we actually liked the local one the best. This would've been available on the Strike bowl, which included one kind of uni. I love the pudding at the end. It was sooooo creamy and a great way to end the meal. In terms of portion size, I was quite full but my hubby felt like he could have another one. Love the decor here as everything is bowling themed. Next time, we would want to try The Emperor or the Yellowtail Bowl. read more

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Tried Toyokan for lunch today after seeing photos of their amazing donburi selection all over social media. Located on West 1st just across the street from their sister restaurant New Fuji, Toyokan is the latest in one of Vancouver's most popular Japanese restaurant groups. As with the other eateries in the group, Toyokan has its own distinctive interior design and theme: bowling. You'll see bowling pin motifs all over the walls, the menus, and even bowling trophies lined up on the shelves. Needless to say, it makes for a very cute and fun atmosphere. My girlfriend and I each got the three mini don with the December Special mini udon add on, as well as the duck carpaccio and three day aged hojicha to share. Everything was absolutely delicious, especially when paired with their homemade soy sauce, which had dried fish in it for that extra bit of umami. A highlight for me is definitely the mini udon - a light but fragrant sea bream broth with droplets of glistening Wagyu and chicken oil paired perfectly with the tender chicken chashu and bouncy Inaniwa noodles. Definitely get this if you make the trek there soon! I'm also excited to see what they'll do with the space on the first floor of the building. There was signage indicating a Toyokan Plaza would be there in the future, and knowing the standard at which the group's restaurants operate, it'll be another welcome addition to the neighborhood. read more

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This place is absolutely incredible! We arrived around lunchtime, and although there was a bit of a wait, the line moved quickly. After ascending the stairs, we stepped into a charming little shop with a warm and cozy atmosphere. I have no problem splurging on the freshest fish available because it's always worth it--and this place was no exception. While I'm a salmon lover at heart, the experience of biting into perfectly marbled fatty tuna is simply unmatched. The Bluefin Otoro & Hokkaido Uni box was out of this world. I could have easily devoured the whole thing myself if I wasn't busy trying to convince my friends -who had never tried top-grade Uni before- to give it a shot. (Spoiler: they loved it!). The Miyazaki A5 Wagyu was undeniably delicious, though a bit chewier than I prefer. Regardless, this spot is a must-visit, and I'll be coming back every time I'm in VanCity. read more

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I mean... this is another special spot in Vancouver for good quality Japanese food. Unfortunately, you won't be getting any cream cheese filled rolls or California rolls - just high quality traditional Japanese food. The menu speaks volumes for what Toyokan is trying to achieve here and the ambience is fitting for its humble appearance. Service is top notch and we will definitely be back to satiate our cravings for bafun uni! You will however pay for what you get, their premium dishes are priced for quality of produce but they also do have some decent dons/rice bowls that may not seem so intimidating! read more

Toyokan Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Fun restaurant with a retro bowling concept made by the folks behind Kingyo Raisu and the likes. Food has similar vibes as their other restaurants but sticks truer to their Japanese "fish and land dishes." Their specialties are grand decorative beautiful dishes that are generous and also on the expensive end compared to their other restaurants. I liked their Grand Ocean and Land Box the most - really refreshing light and balanced while being a very shareable dish. Service was great. Really friendly wait staff. Ambiance is very casual and relaxing. We walked in with no reservations at 12:15pm for 6 on a Saturday (one month after opening) and we were seated right away. Parking is street parking (slightly difficult to find but very doable). Bathrooms were clean and great. Overall - great option. I prefer Raisu and Kingyo, but if I'm in a pinch I'd come here. read more

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Another highly awaited restaurant knocked off the list. Toyokan Bowl is the newly opened sister restaurant of the Raisu/Kingyo/Suika group and it happens to be located next to New Fuji (another one of their restaurants that I have to try!). My friend and I arrived on a Sunday afternoon around 2pm and there was no wait upon arrival. The restaurant served a colourful and warm vibe. We sat promptly and immediately began the tedious debate of what to order. After deliberating left and right, we settled to share one kaisen don - the king of seafood bowl featuring a fine selection of seafood for $70. The star moment was when the server came by and showed us the dashi housemade soy sauce. I love sweeter soy sauces, especially with sashimi so the appearance of nice soy sauce brought my experience to another level. The bowl itself was delicious, especially the rice, which was perfectly cooked, seasoned, and temped. The seafood is fresh and my friend complimented the uni and wasabi. Overall, it's worth the money if you want something close to the calibre of kaisen dons in Japan. However, knowing I had this just a month ago for a third of the price did hurt...just a little bit. Everything was great and the restrooms were stocked with mouthwash, toothpicks, and feminine hygiene products. *satisfied customer clapping* However, I wonder if what they are serving is a bit too close to Raisu. My friend mentioned she would rather go to Raisu and get almost the same things with more variety and hot dishes to appeal to everyone's tastes. Overall, I will need to come back to try the grand ocean & land treasure box. That one looks TOO good not to pass. read more

Toyokan Bowl - house made soy sauce with bonito and dried kelp - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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The wait was long but well worth it! While waiting in line they staff came to give us hot tea in the cold weather. Other than that the food was fresh and came out quickly. The restaurant has a super fun bowling theme. read more

Toyokan Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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We went for lunch on Sunday at opening. Queued up about 15 mins before and were 1st in line to go-in. There's a stairway to line up and a couple of chairs at the top for those need a place to sit down. When doors opened there were already enough people to fill 5 tables. They have a retro-look bowling theme in their decor in this place with staff wearing bowling shoes/shirts flying about. As this restaurant was on the 2nd floor there was plenty of natural light coming through. I got the King of Seafood bowl ($70) and would recommend the Ikura add-on for $10. My dining companions also go the A5 Miyazaki Wagyu box and the Grand Ocean & Land Treasure Box (limited to 10 servings/day). For the King of Seafood Bowl: As a seafood lover I was immensely satisfied with the variety offered and even had to pack some to-go as it was quite a bit more than I expected. The inclusion of Otoro, Akamai, Uni was really good and the grilled lobster tail had a nice smokiness that surprised me! The Grand Ocean & Land treasure box was probably the best deal of all 3 meals we got as it has a lot of variety and comes with a loaded Bara chirashi at $58. If you want to try a little bit of everything or are undecided this is your best bet! The A5 Miyazaki Wagyu box is filling and the onsen egg accompaniment on top is nice. It is definitely for the friend who would prefer beef over seafood. Hot Hojicha was served in a pot and accompanied the seafood dishes well. They came around many times with refills. Staff were friendly and while they were busy at opening explaining their menu to the diners that came in initially, they did come by eventually. One of our meals came out significantly later than the other 2 but staff were on alert for the extra 5-10 minutes to make sure it came out so our table could dine together. Splitting the bill 3 ways was no problem and they do take all major credit cards including AMEX. As it's their first official opening week some minor blips in timing were expected but I'm confident they will sort them out. read more

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I run to any new venture opened by the Tamaru Shoten group of restaurants and Toyokan Bowl was no exception, being the newest eatery in their portfolio. It caught me by surprise since it had 2 days of soft opening this weekend and then the grand opening happened to be the day I decided to go! But luckily my group was seated right away even with the rest of the tables taken up when I went at 7pm to 9pm. The place is intimate with a bowling themed interior, a group table for groups of 1 or 2 or 10?! and several tables for 2 and 4's. It seems like the downstairs will potentially turn into more seating in the future, but for now the upstairs is open. Servers were polite and attentive and the food came out quickly. I got the two tiered "The Grand Ocean & Land Treasure Box" and I have zero regrets even after being drawn to so many options on the menu! Looking like a kaiseki, the ingredients that went into this were definitely worth the price. This was one of the best meals I've had in a while and it really was like uncovering a new treasure with each bite. This choice is perfect if you're a fan of Suika's makunouchi box and Raisu's sho ka do bento! The top layer of the bowl was a stunning sampler of some off menu offerings like: sliced awabi abalone, uni and ikura chawanmushi, sea bream wrapped chives, duck with strawberry sauce, broccolini gomaae, rolled egg datemaki, wagyu hamburg with egg, monaka with white bean paste. Each piece was wonderfully tender, flavorful and offered a harmonious companion to the meal. The bara chirashi set itself apart from the Raisu version since Toyokan's has scallop, akami, chutoro, otoro, clams, broccolini and ikura and that really elevated the experience for me as I normally gravitate to chirashi with slices of fish rather than cubes. The cuts were excellent and each fish's intrinsic flavor and texture was allowed to shine. My friends got: - King of Seafood Bowl - The Emperor - Salmon Trio and Ikura Bowl - Spicy Salmon and Ikura Bowl and 3 appetizers to share, in order of my liking - Braised Wagyu and Tofu (reminiscent of sukiyaki!) - Aromatic Sea Bream (My friends enjoyed this one and props to the chefs for bringing out the flavor in whitefish like Tai) - Ika Yuzu (Think noodles of squid in yuzu kosho) Seems like there was less of an emphasis on the drinks and cocktails like the other sister restaurants, but I liked the 300ml sake format options and the focus on food was definitely evident. I can't wait to be back again soon and I would highly recommend you check it out before word gets out. read more

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10/10 across the board!! the restaurant is a little bit more on the expensive end but definitely worth your money for the quantity and quality of the food you receive. i would visit again if im ever in the area! the food was exquisite. the quality of everything was so fresh. every bite was amazing - i lost count of how many times ive said wow! the service was amazing, the staff was welcoming, informative, and consistently checks in with the guests making sure everything is going well! the restaurant is located on the second floor - accessible by stairs from sidewalk. interior and accessories is unique and expresses the bowling theme very well! read more

The entrance is nondescript only noticeable (usually) by a line forming down the narrow stairs. Fortunately, we arrived for late lunch ~130 on a Friday and were seated within ten minutes. Servers were attentive and quickly explained the menu to us. Everything looked appealing. We settled on the Bluefin Feast Bowl ($65) and King of Seafood Bowl! The Emperor ($70). Superb presentation. Fish was delicate and the combinations of succulent fish was well executed. The rich melt in your mouth tuna tartar and crunchy fresh abalone were surprisingly both of our favourites. Bowls were more filling than they looked and it was an eat my feelings kinda day. Not a place I can frequent on the regular but look forward to the next visit! read more