Top Hokkaido Dining Experiences

Soba noodles are a staple of Japanese cuisine, and a treat for visitors in Japan—but learning how to craft these hand-cut buckwheat noodles is usually left to professional chefs, and especially tricky if you don't speak Japanese. During this private cooking workshop in Sapporo, mix flour and stretch and cut the dough to master the art of making soba yourself. Then, sit down to enjoy your freshly prepared meal.

Chikara offers an intimate, counter-side omakase experience in the heart of Susukino, Sapporo, with just 8 seats for a personal, unhurried evening. Watch the chef craft each seasonal course from the finest Hokkaido ingredients — from a warming hot pot and the freshest sashimi to expertly prepared sushi. A 90-minute free-flow drink plan is included, vegetarian options are available on request, and premium add-ons like Mitsuishi wagyu steak and Hokkaido hair crab let you make the meal your own.

Taste the best of Sapporo regional specialties by going on this combination of a market tour, a cooking class, and lunch. As you explore Nijo Ichiba market with a guide, you’ll discover more about local produce. A private tour means you can learn to cook at your own pace, and you’ll have direct access to your guide for questions. It’ll be the ultimate hassle-free day as all ingredients, lunch, and alcoholic beverages are included.

Language barriers can make it tricky to know what to order when exploring Sapporo, so make life easy and have someone to take care of translating with this food-themed bar-hopping tour. Along the way, try a variety of local treats—such as ramen or a parfait dessert—and get insider tips on favorite spots that locals love.

Enjoy a cooking class in a memorable setting—a local’s home in Sapporo. It’s a great way to discover more about local life in Hokkaido, and to learn recipes that you wouldn’t discover otherwise. As it’s a private experience, you’ll be able to share stories and ask questions as you cook. The lesson consists of multiple dishes, that may include fresh seafood, cooked burdock, deep-fried tofu, or miso soup. Reward your hard work by eating the feast you’ve cooked at the end of your lesson.

Delve into the vibrant nightlife of Sapporo with a local guide who brings over 30 years of experience. This unique tour takes you to three authentic izakayas where you can savor local flavors and enjoy sake tastings curated by a certified sake expert. Explore hidden gems away from tourist traps and indulge in traditional Japanese cuisine, including ramen and craft beer. Benefit from personalized recommendations based on your interests and learn about the cultural significance of each dish and drink. Perfect for food lovers and travelers seeking an authentic Sapporo experience. - Visit three local izakayas for an authentic taste of Sapporo - Enjoy guided sake tastings tailored to your palate - Receive expert travel advice from a seasoned tourism consultant - Available in both Japanese and English for a personalized experience

Rather than a formal cooking class in a commercial kitchen space, this intimate experience allows you to learn to cook in a local’s home. Take the stress out of searching for ingredients, and benefit from the convenience of having everything you need included. Learn to make 2-3 authentic home-style dishes, that vary according to the season. Potential menu items include miso soup, onigiri (rice balls), and tamago (egg roll cooked with stock).

Learn to make a traditional Japanese meal during this private cooking lesson in Sapporo. Join a professional culinary instructor for a hands-on workshop including starters, main dishes, and side dishes such as sushi, somen noodles, and grilled chicken. Get advice and recipes for recreating the Japanese feast back home.

Spend a day of nature and gourmet enjoyment on a 5 acre scenic hilltop property near Lake Toya, Hokkaido. In this immersive Hokkaido lifestyle experience, you will be guided on a journey of hands-on culinary fun in the setting of breathtaking panoramic Hokkaido scenery. After enjoying welcome food and drinks, you will be guided through our beautiful farm and forest setting to experience seasonal outdoor activities. Then we move into our cozy indoor kitchen and dining area, where you will learn the stories behind the amazing Hokkaido ingredient and enjoy a feast of seasonal seafood, meat, fruits and vegetables.

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture during a delightful hour in Sapporo, where the elegance of kimono meets the tranquility of matcha tea. Begin your journey by selecting a stunning kimono, expertly dressed by our experienced staff. Once adorned, explore the beautiful setting at your leisure, capturing memorable photos. Transition to a serene tea room where the art of matcha preparation unfolds, allowing you to savor this traditional beverage alongside a light sweet treat. This experience is a perfect blend of culture and relaxation, offering a unique glimpse into Japan's rich heritage.

It will be a private experience. Soba has been popular as a staple food in Japan since the Edo period.This is an experience plan where you can make your own soba noodles, a Japanese staple, from scratch and taste them all.Soba is a popular experience among Japanese.You can even experience how to eat traditional Japanese soba noodles gently.Also, this plan will be a set of Hokkaido's Yezo deer meat shabu-shabu (game meat).You can have a dinner of memories of Hokkaido.Please experience it in your memories of Japan. Our restaurant is usually a popular handmade soba restaurant in Sapporo. The soba chefs will be happy to assist you with the experience.

This is a private dinner program features Geisha experience and Hokkaido delicious cuisine. There are 4 options for the restaurant you visit. "Suginome" - Elegant Kaiseki Dinner in a historic stone building (for 2 to 10 people) "Hokkai Shabu-Shabu" - Sukiyaki Dinner while overlooking at town of Susukino (for 2 to 12 people) "Kita No Aji Ohsuke" - Enjoy the stage and Kaiseki Dinner on a custom-built Japanese cypress stage (for 20 - 60 people) "Otaru Bettei" - For a Dinner Party with a large hall (for 20 - 60 people) This is for two hours program. After an hour's dinner, two Geisha will a pear on the stage. Your guests enjoy Geisha dancing and Ozashiki-Asobi together. Also Geisha will show your guests how to use a fan actually used for dancing. Please enjoy talking with and taking pictures of the Geisha as time permits.

It will be a private experience. ① Experience at a "real soba restaurant" that is not for tourism This experience is not held in a dedicated experience facility, but in a real hand-made soba restaurant that is actually open. The soba chefs who make and serve soba noodles on a daily basis give direct instruction, so you can learn about Japanese soba culture "in the real world."It is not simplified for sightseeing, but a major feature of soba is that you can experience the same process and way of thinking as Japanese people usually eat soba. ② Experience the "complete soba making process" from start to finish While many cooking experiences experience only a part of the process, in this plan, Mix buckwheat flour → Put dough together → Stretch → Cut You will experience the whole sequence of:It is a composition that allows you to experience the delicacy of soba making and why craftsmanship is required. ③ The luxury of tasting freshly beaten and boiled The experience is unique in that you can taste your own soba noodles at the most delicious time. Freshly made and boiled, soba has a completely different aroma and texture than the soba eaten in restaurants.In order to bring out the original flavor of soba, we offer a variety of Japanese-style dishes such as warm soba sauce and tenkasu. ④ Hokkaido's seasonal tempura and sake close to soba The tempura served with soba noodles is mainly made from seasonal ingredients from Hokkaido. It is simple cooking that utilizes the taste of the ingredients, and emphasizes compatibility with soba. Sake is three types of local sake from Hokkaido carefully selected by the dominant sake master. By comparing two types of cold sake and one type of warmed sake, you can experience the change in aroma and taste depending on the temperature. By pairing it with soba noodles and tempura, you can realize that sake is “sake to enjoy with meals.” ⑤ Premium Experience with Small Groups Because it is a private experience for a small number of people, you can enjoy learning because you are close to the craftsmen. You can enjoy the experience and the meal in a calm space. It's not mass acceptance, so we focus on politeness and quality experiences. ⑧ "Memorable Experiences" of Travel in Japan This experience is more than just cooking classes and meals. It is the very time to experience authentic soba and sake culture that can only be done in Japan. "Not only photos and videos, but also ""memories made and tasted with my own hands"" will be a special memory of my trip to Japan."

This experience offers a unique opportunity to enjoy winter in Hokkaido through both outdoor adventure and local food culture. Ride a snowmobile freely across the wide, snow-covered fields of a working sheep farm, an open landscape rarely accessible to travelers. After a safety briefing and basic instruction, a guide leads the tour, allowing participants to enjoy the spacious terrain at a relaxed pace. The tour is suitable for first-time riders, with safety support provided throughout. Following the snowmobile experience, warm up with an all-you-can-eat Jingisukan (grilled lamb) meal featuring Australian lamb and vegetables, freshly prepared and perfect after time spent outdoors in the snow. This winter-only tour is ideal for travelers seeking a balanced combination of nature, adventure, and local cuisine in one memorable experience.

First, you can visit the gallery to view pottery, which makes it easier to imagine the piece you want to create. With the "hand wheel" experience, you can choose the finish color of your pottery from either "blue" or "white." You will have the opportunity to work alongside the first kiln in Hokkaido. The finished pottery will be shipped to a specified overseas address, so please provide your address when applying.

On this private day tour of Sapporo, Muslim travelers can feel confident knowing that their specific needs are being taken into consideration. Your private guide will take you to family-friendly places, attractions with dedicated prayer rooms, and dining spots that meet Muslim dietary requirements. See the highlights of Sapporo while observing your faith.

A completely private Japanese food experience for people with dietary restrictions. ① Gluten-free, halal, vegetarian and vegan Even if you have dietary restrictions, this is a special plan where you can enjoy authentic Japanese soba making and tempura.Please let us know what you need to do when you make your reservation. ② Handmade 100% buckwheat flour "Juwari Soba" without flour You can experience authentic soba making using Hokkaido buckwheat flour until you knead, stretch and cut. ③ Tempura and soba broth are available according to dietary restrictions We prepare meals according to your reservation, such as rice flour tempura and vegetable tempura. ④ Experience at a real handmade soba restaurant, not a tourist facility Soba artisans provide direct support.In addition to making soba, you can also enjoy Japanese soba culture, such as how to eat soba and soba hot water. (5) Completely private, so you can rest assured It can be experienced by family or group alone, not with other groups.

All of these dishes are everyday meals that Japanese families actually eat at home, not restaurant-style food. You'll learn simple techniques, cultural background, and cooking tips you can easily recreate at home. After cooking ,we sit together at a low table and enjoy the meal in a tatami room. (traditional Japanese room) To make your visit easy and stress-free, pickup and drop-off are included from a nearby outlet mall with easy access from the city. This is not a cooking class in a studio ー　it's a warm , personal experience of Japanese daily life.

Both hand-rolled sushi and sushi are ancient Japanese cultures, but hand-rolled sushi is highly recommended for families because it is easier and more enjoyable for children than sushi. Because it specializes in Hokkaido ingredients, everyone can enjoy and experience Japanese culture, including Hokkaido seafood, meat, and tempura. It is also known for its hon wasabi (Japanese horseradish), which can be enjoyed by all, regardless of whether you are an adult or a child, because you can also arrange food. Hand-rolled sushi is an extension of sushi. 4 people or more Experience up to 14 people. If you have more than 15 people, please contact the store directly. It is also possible for group customers.

We are your guide, the kelp fisherman and fishermen's wives, Japanese traditional food culture Washoku, Dashi, Umami. The Rausu kelp harvest, the summer season from the mid of July to the end of August. We keep and continue the traditional method of sun-drying on the stone beach, even mechanization has progressed. So now, visitors can experience the process of Japanese food culture with us, how it grows in the seabed, how it makes super dashi way, and so on. Here is the place Shiretoko, where was registered as national park 60 years ago, as natural heritage site 20 years ago. And WASHOKU also was done as culture heritage UNESCO. We are glad to meet visitors overseas and expand our worldview. thank you.

・Enjoy authentic Ishikari-nabe at the restaurant where the dish originated, founded in 1880. ・Taste seven salmon-based dishes, including Ishikari-nabe. ・The atmospheric interior, filled with 145 years of history, is a must-see—a place where you can truly feel the heritage of Hokkaido.

Experience authentic Japanese culture in beautiful Jozankei, Hokkaido. Wear a traditional kimono, enjoy a scenic walk through the famous hot spring town, participate in a matcha tea experience, and learn the customs and etiquette that are an important part of Japanese culture. This is more than a sightseeing tour—it is an opportunity to experience Japan from the inside and gain a deeper understanding of its traditions and hospitality. Highlights Traditional Kimono Experience Jozankei Onsen Walking Tour Authentic Matcha Tea Experience Japanese Culture and Etiquette Lesson Beautiful Photo Opportunities Cultural Experience Certificate Perfect for first-time visitors to Japan, couples, families, solo travelers, and anyone interested in Japanese culture. Take home more than photos—take home a piece of Japanese culture.

This tour has something for everyone, and will particularly delight nature, whisky, and seafood fans. Spend a day discovering the highlights of Yoichi and the Shakotan Peninsula. Access remote landscapes that would be tricky to get to by public transport, and enjoy incredible panoramic views. Conveniently, a seafood lunch is included, and you’ll also enjoy a visit to and tasting at Yoichi Distillery, which produces Nikka Whisky.