An ode to the easy conviviality of Japan’s izakayas, Tanoshi brings its lively spirit to Christchurch’s Shands Lane. Inside, the energy is infectious — friends gathered over steaming bowls of ramen, crisp karaage, and sake shared. By day, build-your-own bowls and bento boxes keep the lunch crowd happy; by night, it’s all about tapas-style plates made for grazing and lingering. True to its name (meaning “fun” in Japanese), Tanoshi is a place where good food and good company meet — a cheerful reminder that dining should always feel a little bit like a celebration.