13 Best Japanese Restaurants in Nanaimo

“Sushi was THE BEST we have ever had!! Staff are super friendly and helpful!! Prices were reasonable, atmosphere was busy, and fun!!“

“food has always been great, the price is the best in town and the owners are lovely. Only place we will go for Sushi now.“

“Just wanted to share the great experience I had ordering tonkotsu black ramen from this place for the first time.

Having formerly worked at a ramen shop, my bar is set fairly high, but I'm always curious to see how different restaurants size up. These folks take their ramen dishes very seriously and it shows. The pork belly chashu was tender, the tonkotsu broth was heavy and creamy, and the noodles were chewy and fresh with that distinct kansui flavour.

Absolutely fantastic ramen, will love to come back next time we're in town to try the other variations. Also very happy to see you guys so busy on a Monday night“

“My favorite restaurant in all of Nanaimo. Amazing service, delicious food, I cant recommend it enough. 10/10“

“Finally I found a genuine Ramen store in town. 🍜 The Chashu Ramen is delicious—rich, comforting, and exactly what I’ve been craving.And the best sushi? The so-called Woosgrove Roll—it’s my must-have every time I go there. Fresh, flavorful, and made with a great selection of ingredients!
Last year, I even chose this place to treat my friends to a birthday lunch gathering. ❤“

“Had lunch there today- bento box - good price, great variety. Servers were polite and we didn't wait long for food. Will definitely be back.“

“Very good sushi, friendly staff who accommodate my allergy, and usually very little wait time.“

“great sushi, and the staff really care“

“definitely my favourite sushi place in Nanaimo!! their food is always fresh and so delicious, it is also ran by a super lovely couple. i absolutely LOVE their tuna sashimi, and the chicken katsu!!! would definitely recommend to others who have not been their before😊“

“Better than Tojo's in Vancouver. If your body is a temple than you need to go here to bless it with this food. It is that good.

There are more fancy places on the Island to eat sushi, but this is the best flavoured! Great staff, never makes a mistake on my order.

The owner has really gone above and beyond to make this space special. Hand made decorations, a bright colour scheme, clean floors and spacious clean bathroom's make this restaurant a breath of fresh air to visit.

I have had sushi all over BC and this is THE BEST SUSHI in Nanaimo. The space is clean and welcoming. The staff are awesome! A wonderful atmosphere if you just want to sit and relax while eating. Seating is limited but the food is worth it. You will not find better Sushi on the Island. Even Victoria fails to meet the standards this restaurant sets. This is it. Better than Tojo's in Vancouver.

Every roll is made with care. I am not surprised they survived the COVID pandemic intact.

If I eat sushi, I want it from here.“

“Very nice teriyaki food with different options.“

“My favorite place in town for Japanese food. I've never been disappointed with what I've ordered. Prices are fair, portion sizes good, food looks great. I personally recommend the deep fried salmon bento and the japchae.“

“knowing some of each others friends. some of the best I've had in my last 40 years“