From Japan’s sushi culture to its legendary car culture, both are built on craft, passion and community.
From September 10–20, 2026, Sushi Yūgen is proud to welcome a piece of Sung Kang’s new film DRIFTER to downtown Toronto during TIFF. @driftermovie
Meet Lola, the iconic red Toyota AE86 featured in the film, a car deeply connected to Japanese car culture and the legendary AE86 made famous around the world through Initial D.
But DRIFTER is about much more than cars and drifting. Sung Kang @sungkangsta describes the film as a love letter to the car community, a story about feeling lonely and invisible, and finding hope, purpose and belonging through the people who share your passion.
That message means a lot to Sushi Yūgen.
Food may be their craft, but what gives a restaurant meaning is the community that gathers around it, the guests, chefs, creators and friends who support one another and help turn dreams into something real.
They also are hosting a special giveaway in support of the Film! Details below:
Learn more and reserve now at Sushi Yugen‘s website.
Introducing the inaugural edition of ARC WORLD! Formerly known as the CCYAA, ARC (Asian Roots Collective) are celebrating Asian Excellence with this one-day Festival highlighted by Hoops, Food, Drink, and Talks. A market was set-up also, showcasing local Asian-Canadian-owned businesses.
The Festival, co-founded by Clement Chu, culminated in a celebrity basketball tournament at Toronto Metropolitan University with longtime partner and supporter Simu Liu making a huge enrtance, backflipping onto the floor!
Many notables were in attendance this year, including: Jeremy Lin, Jason Williams, Jamaal Magliore, Matt Bonner, Alex Porat, Baron Davis, Leenda Dong, and MC Jin! The latter two were spotted enjoying Omakase offerings at Sushi Yugen, while other celebrity guests enjoyed their nigiri at an event reception, catered also by the likes of Trevor Lui.
asianrootscollective.org for more.
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