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​This Japanese restaurant in Montreal will transport you to the neon-lit streets of Tokyo​

If you've been daydreaming about wandering through neon-lit alleyways, sipping sake, and snacking on share plates in Tokyo — but your budget won't stretch to an international trip — you're in luck. There's a restaurant in Montreal that'll give you the full izakaya experience, no long-haul flight required.

Tucked into the Quartier des Spectacles, Iru Izakaya is a vibrant Japanese brasserie that feels straight out of Shinjuku. It's a love letter to the hustle, neon glow and communal spirit of Japan's late-night pub culture — and it's exactly where you want to be when Montreal's grey streets start to feel a little too familiar.

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9 dreamy places in Montreal that feel like a mini trip to Tokyo

Montreal is packed with fantastic Japanese food spots and cultural activities, but some places have that extra spark — the kind of spark that feels like stepping into a teleportation machine and landing on the vibrant streets of Tokyo, Kyoto, or Osaka.

Whether you're craving the perfect bowl of ramen, shopping for a kimono, or trying to win manga plushies at a claw arcade, this city is full of hidden gems that channel Japan's unique energy.

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A chic new Japanese restaurant opened in Old Montreal and you'll feel like you're in Tokyo

Old Montreal has welcomed a brand new Japanese restaurant to its roster of must-try eateries and this spot promises to transport you and your taste buds to the streets of Tokyo.

Located in the Old Port, Yubari has officially opened its doors on rue McGill, inside the chic Hôtel St. Paul, offering authentic dishes and an unforgettable ambiance.

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A New Japanese Restaurant Opened In Montreal With Traditional Ramen & Sharing Plates

A new Japanese restaurant opened in Montreal's Sud-Ouest with a promising menu that offers authentic Japanese cuisine with a tapas-style interpretation inspired by the lively eateries of Barcelona.

Located in Pointe-Saint-Charles, a couple of blocks from the Charlevoix Metro (and not far from Atwater Market), Shūshūto Bar à Ramen & Tapas officially opened its doors earlier this month offering Japanese cuisine served tapas-style, sake and cocktails.

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17 Of Montreal's Best Sushi Spots, From All-You-Can-Eat To High-End Omakase

When it comes to the best restaurants for sushi in Montreal, the city only continues to step up its game with each passing year. These aren't your average seafood restaurants (as good as those can be). No, these spots serve the best imported fish and sake in establishments both authentic and original, made and selected by sushi chefs who've trained abroad and across the province. Montreal has got it all, and we’ve got it good.

The cheap and quick omakase services will knock your socks off and some of the best restaurants in Canada have a delivery option — consider the following list your guide to where to find them. Read on for the best sushi in Montreal.

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A New Japanese Grocery Store Opened In Montreal With Loads Of Anime & Kawaii Products (PHOTOS)

Montreal foodies and fans of Japanese snacks, anime and all things kawaii have a good reason to rejoice with the addition of a new Japanese grocery store located in the heart of Montreal's Plateau.

Kumiz Café Boutique officially opened its doors on April 22 and promises loads of foreign snacks, accessories, stationery, and plush toys inspired by kawaii culture, manga and anime — all of which is affordably priced; ranging from as low as $0.50 up to $89.

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18 Bucket List Things To Do In Montreal In January

It's time for a new calendar, and hopefully, twelve months full of joy and new opportunities in the Quebec metropolis. 2023 is just starting and Montreal is already setting the bar high with tons of fun activities despite the freezing temps.

No winter blues allowed on our island. From concerts to comfort food, art exhibitions, big parties and festivals, the city has something to cheer everyone up.

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Old Montreal Has A New Neon-Lit Cyberpunk Restaurant And Bar

You can now recreate the iconic Blade Runner scene and slurp noodles like Harrison Ford from a futuristic street vendor at the latest addition to Old Montreal's roster of restos.

Neo Tokyo hosted a soft launch on December 14, serving ramen in a noir, neon-lit setting.

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Downtown Montreal Has A Chic New Japanese Restaurant With An 'Izakaya-Style' Menu

The Montreal food scene is changing constantly, with new experiences emerging constantly to appeal to experience-hungry locals and visitors. Blink and you might miss the cool new pockets of entertainment and tasty eats hitting seemingly every major street. One spot promising a fresh take is NOMI, just a short walk from the Square Victoria-OACI and McGill metro stations. The team from the popular Flyjin and Jabota restaurants launched the restaurant with the aim of combining fine cuisine and boozy 5à7s in an intimate modern space.

Narcity Québec got a first taste of the restaurant's offerings at the beginning of December.

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A Japanese-Themed Supper Club Is Opening In Montreal & It'll Be The Biggest In Canada

The biggest supper club in Canada is about to open in downtown Montreal. Yoko Luna, a 20,000-square foot Japanese-themed Montreal restaurant, bar, lounge and venue, will open its doors on May 26.

Conceived by JEGantic, the group behind The Faresides and Bord'elle, and designed by firm Anonymous Concepts, Yoko Luna is described in a press release as a "fully immersive fantasy setting" consisting of eight spaces, including a mirrored entrance, a whisky den, two terrasses and a grand dining room with a 15-foot-tall statue — questionably dubbed the "geisha" — towering over it.

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12 Montreal Restaurants With Takeout So Damn Good You'll Miss Indoor Dining Slightly Less

It's always good to have go-to food spots with dishes that taste just as good whether you eat them there or bring them home. But knowing which Montreal restaurants have the best take-out is even more important during a pandemic when restaurant dining rooms flip flop between being open and being closed.

These local eateries serve food that travels well, which makes them perfect picks when enjoying a meal at home (or in a park, or at a friend's house or in a car or... you get it).

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Montreal Is Getting A New Italian-Japanese Restaurant With Pizza, Pasta & Pastries

Our city always has a myriad of new unique spots to check out, and this Montreal restaurant opening in November is surely going to be one of them — especially considering it's a two in one concept.

Tiramisu & Misu Caffè will be the combination of a café and a restaurant mixed into one, and you'll be able to find it inside the Hampton Inn by Hilton on rue Saint-Laurent.

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