Authentic Japanese in the Toronto and GTA

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I really can't stand the plethora of "fake" Japanese restaurants run by Chinese or Koreans. Here is my list of authentic Japanese in Toronto, please let me know if there are others that deserve to be added to the list!

 1. Solo Sushi Ya

291 Davis Dr
Newmarket, ON L3Y 2N6
(905) 898-6868

Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars

5.0 star rating
  6/8/2011

Solo Sushi-Ya is an amazingly authentic Japanese experience in a surprisingly remote location.  Jyo the owner/master chef is super friendly and takes pride in his fresh ingredients and well executed menu.  When we are there we typically go for the…More »

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 2. Manpuku Japanese Eatery

105 McCaul St
Toronto, ON M5T 2X4
(416) 979-6763

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

3.0 star rating
  6/7/2011

I love this little authentic Japanese spot.  It is almost out of place amongst the sad mass produced fast-food food court that surrounds it.  But like a desert oasis, Manpuku gives you hope.  Honestly love the authentic tastes offered here, and the…More »

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