My favorite places in Vancouver

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A week in Vancouver, BC, led to these great discoveries.

 1. Ramen Santouka

1690 Robson St
Vancouver, BC V6G 1C7
Canada
(604) 681-8121

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhood: West End

5.0 star rating
  5/30/2011

Ramen Santouka gets my top ranking of all the ramen-ya's that I visited in Vancouver. In fact, I visited three times during my one week stay, which let's you know how much I liked it.

The main reason Santouka is tops in my book is their soup. This…More »

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 2. Nitobe Memorial Garden

6804 SW Marine Drive
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4
Canada
(604) 822-6038

Categories: Landmarks & Historical Buildings, Parks

Neighbourhood: UBC

5.0 star rating
  5/11/2011

What a beautiful, wonderful garden. I visited on a rainy day, but the loveliness of the space transcends any weather. Well worth a visit. If I were local, I'd go frequently.

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 3. Gyoza King

1508 Robson Street
Vancouver, BC V6G 1C2
Canada
(604) 669-8278

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhood: West End

4.0 star rating
  4/30/2011

Great place for late night snacks and drinks! A stopped in on several nights during a recent stay in Vancouver. Really liked the friendly service, the selection of shochu, and the variety of food. Everything I had was good, including the chicken…More »

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 4. BookOff

636 Hornby St
Vancouver, BC V6C 2G2
Canada
(604) 605-8887

Category: Bookstores

Neighbourhood: Downtown

5.0 star rating
  5/27/2011

Sugoi! This place alone makes me wish I lived in Vancouver. If you are into Japanese music at all, definitely a must visit. Some great bargains. I bought several CDs, some for only $3. Big selection of Japanese books, too (if you can read Japanese).

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 5. Guu

838 Thurlow St
Vancouver, BC V6E 1W2
Canada
(604) 685-8817

Categories: Japanese, Tapas Bars

Neighbourhoods: West End, Downtown

5.0 star rating
  5/14/2011

You really don't need me, or anyone else, to tell you that this is a great place. Just check out the crowds on any given night.  Lively, fun Japanese-style pub atmosphere. Staff are very friendly and, if not always super attentive, enthusiastic.…More »

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 6. Konbiniya Japan Centre

1238 Robson St
Vancouver, BC V6E 1C1
Canada
(604) 682-3634

Categories: Grocery, Japanese

Neighbourhood: West End

4.0 star rating
  5/30/2011

Such a wide selection in a small space! Konbiniya is the place to go for Japanese food, snacks, and personal care products (like yuzu bath salts). Found unique products here, like green tea Kit Kats, as well as the usual Pocky and rice crackers.…More »

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 7. Sabai Thai Spa

571 Cardero St
Vancouver, BC V6G 3L2
Canada
(604) 568-6227

Categories: Massage, Day Spas

Neighbourhoods: Coal Harbour, Downtown

4.0 star rating
  5/30/2011

Another reason why I wished I lived in Vancouver. Such a lovely little place tucked away in Coal Harbor. Had the 90 mins. deep tissue sports massage. It was quite intense, but I felt totally renewed when I was done. Enjoyed the complimentary tea…More »

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 8. Hon's Wun-Tun House

268 Keefer St
Vancouver, BC V6A 1X5
Canada
(604) 688-0871

Categories: Dim Sum, Ethnic Food

Neighbourhoods: Chinatown, Strathcona

4.0 star rating
  5/27/2011

With a menu this extensive, you can't expect every item to be a home run. I only was able to visit here once so my experience was obviously very limited. I had the fried tofu, which was like no other fried tofu I've ever had before. Very dry and…More »

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 9. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Garden

578 Carrall Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 5K2
Canada
(604) 662-3207

Category: Botanical Gardens

Neighbourhood: Chinatown

4.0 star rating
  5/14/2011

A lovely Chinese style garden, just a step inside of Chinatown. Makes a nice change from the bustle outside on the street. You are really transported somewhere else.

There are two parts, the free public garden and paid admittance part. I do recommend…More »

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 10. Y' Asia

1610 Robson St
Vancouver, BC V6G 1C7
Canada
(604) 661-2116

Category: Books, Mags, Music and Video

Neighbourhood: West End

3.0 star rating
  5/30/2011 First to Review

Small shop in the Robson Public Market. Only open a few days a week. Has a good selection of Japanese and Korean CDs, DVDs, and magazines. If you are nearby, check it out!

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