When you go to Hokkaido, sushi and seafood are one of the dishes you can’t miss. Sushi made with extremely fresh seafood that can only be found in a land surrounded by the sea is an exquisite gourmet dish that cannot be found anywhere else. This time, we will be introducing 10 sushi restaurants across Hokkaido that are recommended by locals, so be sure to check them out.
1.Conveyor belt sushi Toriton Toyohira branch”, a locally loved conveyor belt sushi chain
The first sushi restaurant we recommend in Hokkaido is Conveyor belt sushi Toriton Toyohira store”. Triton, Hokkaido’s representative conveyor belt sushi chain, is a popular restaurant with a high reputation among locals who say,I like the taste here the best.”
The ingredients delivered directly from markets and fishing ports are extremely fresh. We prepare it in-house and take extra care to make sure it goes well with our signature Shari. In addition to standard items such as tuna, salmon, and sea urchin, there are over 100 menu items including seasonal ingredients. At reasonable prices starting from 132 yen per plate, try Triton’s sushi that captures the hearts of Hokkaido residents.
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Address: 6-1-10 Toyohira 4-jo, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido (MAP)
Access: Approximately 7 minutes walk from Gakuen-mae Station on the Toho Municipal Subway Line
Business hours: 11:00-22:00 (L.O. 30 minutes before)
2.“Conveyor belt sushi Nemuro Hanamaru JR Tower Stellar Place store” is a classic sushi restaurant from Nemuro that you can eat even if you wait in line.
The next recommended sushi restaurant in Hokkaido that we would like to introduce is “Nemuro Hanamaru JR Tower Stella Place Branch”. This conveyor belt sushi restaurant is located in the shopping center “Sapporo Stellar Place” which is directly connected to JR Sapporo Station, and is easily visited by tourists. There is always a long line, and you may have to wait up to 120 minutes. It’s a popular restaurant with such a reputation that you’ll want to wait in line to eat.
The appeal of this restaurant is that you can enjoy sushi made with carefully selected ingredients that even fishermen admire, and the sushi that is made with a focus on freshness. They also offer menus featuring rare ingredients unique to Hokkaido, so be sure to join the locals in line.
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Address: Sapporo Stellar Place Center 6F, Kita 5-jo Nishi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido (MAP)
Access: Approximately 1 minute walk from Sapporo Station on JR Hokkaido Lines and Municipal Subway Namboku Line
Business hours: 11:00-23:00 (L.O. 45 minutes before)
3.Gourmet conveyor belt sushi Kantaro Ugaura main store” full of fresh ingredients unique to the port town
The next recommended sushi restaurant in Hokkaido that we will be introducing is “Gourmet Conveyor Belt Sushi Kantaro Ugaura Main Branch”. This is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant in Hakodate that is very popular in Hakodate and is visited by not only tourists but also locals. The Tsugaru Strait stretches out behind the shop, and at certain times of the year you can sometimes see the lights of squid fishing.
The fresh, shiny and vibrant toppings that the chefs make right in front of you are of a high quality that you wouldn’t expect from conveyor belt sushi. The secret to its popularity is the large size and variety of toppings, as well as easy access from Hakodate Airport and Hakodate Station.
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Address: 14-4 Ugauracho, Hakodate, Hokkaido (MAP)
Access: Approximately 5 minutes by car from Hakodate Station on the JR Hakodate Main Line, approximately 15 minutes by car from Hakodate Airport
Business hours: 11:00-22:00
4.Sushidokoro Nagoyakatei Hassamu Branch: Seafood delivered directly from the farm with seasonal flavors
The next recommended sushi restaurant in Hokkaido that we will introduce is “Sushidokoro Nagoyakatei Hassamu Branch”. This is the first sushi restaurant founded in Kushiro to open in Sapporo, and is loved by many locals.
It has a reputation for being very large and meaty and delicious, and its specialty menu items include the Kobore series, such as “Kobore Ikura” and “Kobore Amaebi.” You can enjoy a wide variety of 140 kinds of dishes at reasonable prices starting from 143 yen per plate. Hokkaido’s local gourmet “zangi” is also recommended, so be sure to try it.
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Address: 9-17-10 Hassamu Rokujo, Nishi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido (MAP)
Access: Approximately 3 minutes walk from Miyanosawa Station on the Tozai Municipal Subway Line
Business hours: 11:00-22:00
5.Otaru Masazushi Main Branch is a long-established sushi restaurant that is particular about tradition and carefully selected ingredients.
The next recommended sushi restaurant in Hokkaido that we would like to introduce is “Otaru Masazushi Honten”. This is a long-established sushi restaurant that has been in business for over 70 years, located on Otaru Sushi Street, which is lined with long-established sushi restaurants. They value the taste and tradition of Otaru, and the craftsmen personally check the freshness of the ingredients before purchasing them.
The restaurant’s specialty is the tuna, which has a texture that melts on your tongue. They say they carefully select tuna so that they can serve it consistently throughout the year. Enjoy the taste of a long-established restaurant with a full lineup of course meals.
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Address: 1-1-1 Hanazono, Otaru City, Hokkaido (MAP)
Access: Approximately 10 minutes walk from Otaru Station on the JR Hakodate Main Line
Business hours: 11:00-15:00, 17:00-21:00 (L.O. 30 minutes before)
6.「Sushi Tanabe」 received 3 stars in Michelin Guide Hokkaido
The next recommended sushi restaurant in Hokkaido that we will introduce is “Sushi Tanabe.” Close to Sapporo Station, this is the only restaurant in Hokkaido to have received three Michelin stars, and you can enjoy both local Hokkaido Ezo-mae sushi'' andEdomae sushi.”
The ingredients, which they want to enjoy as raw and delicious, are prepared in an Edomae tradition that takes advantage of their freshness without being touched. We handle seasonal natural materials collected from all over Hokkaido, Tsukiji, Kyushu, and other areas. You can enjoy carefully selected ingredients in courses and a la carte dishes, so it is recommended for those who want to enjoy the authentic taste that has been selected as a 3-star restaurant.
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Address: Rokkatei Building 9F, Kita 4-jo Nishi 6-3-3, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido (MAP)
Access: Approximately 3 minutes walk from Sapporo Station on JR Hokkaido Lines and Municipal Subway Namboku Line
Business hours: 17:00-21:30 (last entry)
7.Overwhelmingly good value for money during lunch time “Machi no Sushiya Shikihanamaru PASEO branch”
The next recommended sushi restaurant in Hokkaido that we would like to introduce is “Machi no Sushiya Shiki Hanamaru PASEO branch”. This is located in the shopping center “PASEO” directly connected to JR Sapporo Station, and is also a sister store to “Nemuro Hanamaru”, a conveyor belt sushi chain from Nemuro, Hokkaido. The concept is a “town sushi restaurant” where you can enjoy sushi made by artisans at the counter at a reasonable price.
The main ingredient is fresh fish from eastern Hokkaido, and the toppings from Nemuro are especially exquisite. We especially recommend the “Special 10 Pieces”, which includes carefully selected seasonal ingredients such as scallops and saury that change daily, so be sure to stop by when you’re in Sapporo.
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Address: PASEO West B1F, 2-1-7 Kita 6-jo Nishi, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido (MAP)
Access: Approximately 1 minute walk from Sapporo Station on JR Hokkaido Lines and Municipal Subway Namboku Line
Business hours: 11:00-23:00 (L.O. 30 minutes before), lunch until 15:00
8.Sushi Na Wakitomo is a 2-star Michelin Edomae sushi restaurant representing Hokkaido.
The next recommended sushi restaurant in Hokkaido that we will introduce is “Sushi Na Wakitomo.” This is a very famous restaurant that every foodie in Sapporo, a competitive area for sushi, has heard of, and it was awarded two Michelin stars in 2012.
One of the attractions is the sushi rice made with two types of red vinegar, creating an exquisite balance between the toppings and shari that bring out the best of the seasonal ingredients. You can enjoy exquisite Edomae sushi made with the skills of craftsmen who spare no time and effort. We only offer courses, so if you want to be sure to get in, we recommend making a reservation.
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Address: 25-1-22 Minami 2-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido (MAP)
Access: Approximately 5 minutes walk from Maruyama Koen Station on the Tozai Municipal Subway Line
Business hours: 18:00-20:00, 20:30-22:30 (two shifts), 12:00-14:00 (Sunday only)
9.“Sushi Minato” is an Ezo-mae sushi restaurant visited by sushi connoisseurs from all over the country.
The next recommended sushi restaurant in Hokkaido that we will introduce is “Sushi Minato.” A one-star Michelin restaurant where you can enjoy traditional Edomae sushi, and a famous restaurant frequented by sushi connoisseurs from all over the country. Tatami rooms and private rooms are popular, but we recommend sitting at the carefully selected counter seats and enjoying the craftsmanship of the chefs.
We use not only ingredients from Hokkaido, but also the finest fresh seafood from all over the country. In particular, the plump and soft “conger eel” and the chewy “sumiika” nigiri are must-try menus.
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Address: 5-Left 9, Sanjo-dori, Asahikawa, Hokkaido (MAP)
Access: Approximately 10 minutes walk from Asahikawa Station on JR Hokkaido Lines
Business hours: 18:00-23:00 (L.O. 30 minutes before)
10.Enjoy authentic sushi chef’s sushi at New Chitose Airport “Hokukoku Sushi Hanabusa”
The last recommended sushi restaurant in Hokkaido that we will introduce is “Hokukoku Sushi Hanabusa”. Located in the New Chitose Airport Terminal Building, this restaurant makes sushi to your liking, so you can enjoy high-quality sushi that you won’t believe you are eating inside an airport.
You can enjoy fresh toppings unique to Hokkaido, such as seafood bowls such as salmon roe and botan shrimp, and special nigiri, a set of 10 popular toppings such as sea urchin and medium fatty tuna. There are many variations of rice bowl dishes, and you can also enjoy Hokkaido’s local sake, so be sure to stop by at the end of your trip.
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Address: 3F, New Chitose Airport Terminal Building, 987 Bibi, Chitose City, Hokkaido (MAP)
Access: About 1 minute walk from “New Chitose Airport Station” on the JR Chitose Line
Business hours: 10:00-20:30
There are many delicious sushi restaurants in Hokkaido.
This time, we have introduced 10 recommended sushi restaurants in Hokkaido. There are many unique sushi restaurants in Hokkaido, from casual conveyor belt sushi restaurants to Michelin-starred restaurants. Please refer to the KKday article and enjoy Hokkaido’s sushi restaurants.
