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Raisu
Japanese teishoku & izakayaShoukado bento50 kinds of sakeTamaru Shoten Group
Raisu is a polished Japanese izakaya on W 4th Ave in Kitsilano, part of the Tamaru Shoten Group helmed by owner Minoru Tamaru. It specialises in teishoku combo sets, artistic shoukado bento boxes, and an impressive sake selection of over 50 labels.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Kitsilano
- Since
- 2017
- Owner
- Minoru Tamaru
Plate № 65
About
A sibling to Kingyo, Suika, and New Fuji, Raisu brings an upscale dimension to the Tamaru Shoten Group's Kitsilano presence. The kitchen centres on traditional Japanese teishoku—balanced set meals featuring grilled fish, rice, miso soup, and seasonal sides—as well as the meticulous shoukado bento, a compartmentalised box presentation historically associated with kaiseki banquets. The sake list, spanning 50 varieties, reflects Japanese ownership's commitment to authenticity. The bright, welcoming interior appeals to both weekday lunchers and weekend destination diners.
Neighborhood & visiting
Raisu sits in Kitsilano, one of Vancouver's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused izakaya counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Traditional Japanese teishoku and shoukado bento rarely found in Vancouver
- 50+ sake varieties curated by the Japanese-owned Tamaru Shoten Group
- Sister restaurant to the celebrated Kingyo and Suika izakayas
- Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner in the heart of Kitsilano
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Frequently asked
About Raisu
- Is Raisu an authentic japanese teishoku & izakaya restaurant in Vancouver?
- Yes — Raisu is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese teishoku & izakaya in Vancouver: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
- Where is Raisu located?
- Raisu is located at 2340 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6K 1P1, Canada, Vancouver, Canada in the Kitsilano neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Raisu?
- Raisu accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Raisu?
- Raisu sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese teishoku & izakaya of this format in Vancouver.
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