Top Sapporo Dining Experiences

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

It is a completely private soba-noodle-making experience at a real handmade soba restaurant. ① Experience at a real handmade soba restaurant instead of a tourist cooking class The venue is a soba restaurant that has been open in Sapporo for more than 10 years and where local customers actually come to eat. ② Direct support from current soba artisans The soba-making craftsmen who serve the customers each morning provide meticulous support using the actual tools used in the shop. ③ Experience the whole process of making buckwheat noodles Using buckwheat flour and wheat from Hokkaido, you will experience the process from mixing flour and water to kneading, stretching and cutting. ④ Tasting freshly made soba noodles on the spot After the experience, you can enjoy your own soba noodles with cold and warm sauce and condiments. ⑤ Completely private experience for one group only It's fun for family and friends alone because it doesn't involve other groups.Beginners and children are welcome. Walking distance from Shiroi Koibito Park. It is also recommended for those who want to experience authentic Japanese food culture in Sapporo in combination with sightseeing at Shiroi Koibito Park.

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.

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.

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."

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

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.

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.