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Ajisai Sushi Bar
Traditional sushiKerrisdaleno reservationsJapanese-ownedWest Coast peers
A beloved Kerrisdale institution, Ajisai Sushi Bar is operated by Japanese chef-owner Hide, whose traditional nigiri and sashimi earn comparison to the best on Canada's West Coast from guests with roots in Tokyo's fish markets.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Kerrisdale
- Chef
- Hide
Plate № 27
About
Ajisai Sushi Bar has been a Kerrisdale neighbourhood fixture for years, built around the quiet excellence of Japanese chef-owner Hide and his team. The restaurant operates without reservations, a testament to the loyal following it has built through consistent, high-quality Japanese sushi. A Tripadvisor review from a family with ties to Tokyo's fish market industry declared Hide and his team to have 'no peers on the West Coast,' high praise from guests who know the benchmark. Lunch and dinner service runs Tuesday through Saturday, with the kitchen focused entirely on delivering the freshest possible nigiri and sashimi without the need for fusion or novelty. The simplicity is the point.
Neighborhood & visiting
Ajisai Sushi Bar sits in Kerrisdale, one of Vancouver's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Praised by guests with Tokyo fish-market expertise as having 'no peers on the West Coast'
- Japanese chef-owner Hide delivers meticulous traditional nigiri and sashimi at honest prices
- No reservations—the queue itself is proof of the kitchen's consistent quality
- A neighbourhood institution in Kerrisdale with a loyal local following spanning years
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Frequently asked
About Ajisai Sushi Bar
- Is Ajisai Sushi Bar an authentic traditional sushi restaurant in Vancouver?
- Yes — Ajisai Sushi Bar is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for traditional sushi in Vancouver: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Ajisai Sushi Bar located?
- Ajisai Sushi Bar is located at 2081 W 42nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V6M 2B4, Canada, Vancouver, Canada in the Kerrisdale neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Ajisai Sushi Bar?
- Ajisai Sushi Bar does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular sushi restaurants in Vancouver we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Ajisai Sushi Bar?
- Ajisai Sushi Bar sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for traditional sushi of this format in Vancouver.
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