
Hokkaido
A hidden izakaya tucked away in a back alley in the heart of Susukino, Sapporo. In a homey atmosphere, you can enjoy a menu that pairs well with sake, including the specialty grilled shabu-shabu, grilled fish, and yakitori. The alcohol selection mainly includes sake from Hokkaido, as well as corn shochu from the Tokachi region.
During road trips, you may come across roadside stations or tourist markets and streets offering takeout seafood delights such as kushiyaki (grilled skewers), grilled oysters in their shells, and mini seafood bowls loaded with fresh ingredients. This takeout style allows you to easily enjoy local and B-class gourmet food unique to the region, making it a popular option for family trips with children or casual outings with friends.
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お食事処どんぶり屋
"Japanese Eatery Donburiya" is an eatery where you can enjoy seafood bowls, conveniently located approximately one minute on foot from JR Hakodate Station. As a seafood wholesaler, it handles high-quality, fresh seafood, and you can freely choose your favorite seafood, including the recommended sea urchin and abalone, as well as tuna, squid, salmon roe, and more, and enjoy a lavishly presented seafood bowl made just for you. What's more, the reasonable prices are also attractive, and it is a popular gourmet spot for locals and visitors to Hakodate who want to enjoy seafood every day. It is close to the station and has a wide variety of seafood souvenirs, so why not stop by during a break from sightseeing?
すし処 みさを
Just about a 2-minute walk from Kotoni Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway, "Sushidokoro Misao" offers a warm welcome and masterfully crafted sushi. The owner, who trained for over 10 years at sushi restaurants in Sapporo and says he “loves sushi so much he could eat it every day," prepares each piece with great care, showcasing the rich flavors of fresh fish. During the day, guests can enjoy sushi at reasonable prices, while in the evening, the chef’s choice course and nigiri sets come highly recommended. The bright, clean, and cozy interior features both counter and table seating, making it perfect for solo diners, families with children, or a special meal with someone important.
うにのさとう
"Uni no Sato" is conveniently located approximately a minute's walk from JR Hakodate Station. Located in the area of Hakodate Morning Market, a popular tourist spot in Hakodate City, Hokkaido, this sea urchin specialty restaurant is run by a seafood wholesaler and serves fresh seafood that only a wholesaler can provide. For sea urchin lovers, the restaurant offers a luxurious selection of dishes that showcase the natural sweetness and rich flavor of uni, along with a variety of seafood from Hokkaido. Highlights include the "Sea Urchin and Abalone Bowl", generously topped with both delicacies, and the "Two-Color Bowl", featuring seasonal portions of bafun and purple sea urchin. This is a restaurant that you should definitely stop by to commemorate your trip to Hakodate.
小樽茶屋 里
A restaurant offering live seafood from Hokkaido, delivered fresh and full of vitality. Outside, grilled items can be casually enjoyed in a food stall-like setting, while inside, regional specialties such as "Kaki soba (soba noodles with oysters)" and "Kaki chazuke (rice with oysters and broth)" showcase local ways of eating. Plump, satisfying oysters are served raw in summer and grilled hot on the spot in winter. The savoury broth that pools inside the shells is also a delicacy, enhanced with a touch of lemon or Tabasco for extra flavour. Oysters are sourced from various regions depending on the season, including Akkeshi, Senposhi in Kushiro Town, Shiriuchi, and Lake Saroma - offering the opportunity to compare subtle differences in taste. Another highlight from "the grill" is the hotate (scallop), large and rich in umami, perfect for enjoying fresh off the fire.
牛カツと出汁のbaran
This izakaya has a wide variety of menu items, including shabu-shabu, seafood dishes, and the specialty beef cutlet. It is run by a meat wholesaler, so you can enjoy shabu-shabu at a reasonable price. In addition to meat dishes such as tender beef cutlet and fresh seafood, there are many dishes that focus on dashi, such as udon and oden.
羽幌鮨処なか川
Located in Haboro Town along the scenic "Sea of Japan Ororon Line" in northern Hokkaido, this sushi restaurant is run by a chef who trained for nearly ten years in Susukino, Sapporo’s entertainment district, before returning home. Fresh seafood is sourced from local waters, including specialties like oshizushi (pressed sushi) made with "amaebi (sweet shrimp)", a local delicacy of Haboro. The menu features Hokkaido-sourced ingredients such as botan ebi (large shrimp), live scallops, "Stewed Kasube (skate), "Kajika no ko in soy sauce (marinated sculpin roe)", and "Suffolk lamb" from Yagishiri Island. Course meals may also include off-menu items upon request. With counter seats, tatami rooms, and private rooms available, the relaxed setting welcomes both solo diners and groups.
路地裏 居酒屋 まるよし
A hidden izakaya tucked away in a back alley in the heart of Susukino, Sapporo. In a homey atmosphere, you can enjoy a menu that pairs well with sake, including the specialty grilled shabu-shabu, grilled fish, and yakitori. The alcohol selection mainly includes sake from Hokkaido, as well as corn shochu from the Tokachi region.
しゅんさい割烹 幹
Located approximately a 14-minute walk from JR Otaru Station, this kappo-style restaurant serves fresh sashimi and grilled dishes featuring seafood sourced from the nearby waters of Otaru. Hearty course and kaiseki meals made with seasonal ingredients are also available, with the menu tailored upon request at the time of booking.