| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0134-33-9390 |
| Notes | Glass shop, dishes, and ornaments Glass blowing studio |
| Location / Getting There | 15 minute drive from Otaru station. Otaru Station, 17min by Chuo Bus. Get off at "Tenguyama" (last stop) 2-chōme-16-16 Mogami, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0023 |
Entrance to the store
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Talented artists
Glass Studio in Otaru consists of two floors. The first floor is a large space that is full of wares, that have been expertly crafted in the studio. It is here that you can purchase these glass ornaments. They make for a great gift or a souvenir to take home. The ground floor is where the studio is located, and is available for viewing. It is here, in the heat of the furnaces, you can see the glass makers creating their work. It is fascinating to watch them spin, heat and mould their creations. It is just a short walk from the bus station, so drop in and take a look!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥2500 - ¥5000 |
| Opening Hours | 11:30 - 5:00 Friday to Sunday 11:30 - 15:00 17:00 - 5:00 Monday to Thursday |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-213-1416 https://crabeentre.owst.jp/ |
| Notes | Seafood restaurant Outside seating 6, Inside seating 6, 2nd floor seating, Table seating 20 Sofa seating 30, No parking English menu available, reservations advised for groups |
| Location / Getting There | Sapporo, Susukino. 5 minute walk from Susukino subway station. Corner of Eki Mae Dori. 4-chōme-1-10 Minami 6 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0806 |
The oyster set
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Fish eggs on garlic bread
The second floor has five tables with seating for four. The window seating here gives views down the busy city street. The third floor up is for parties and large groups, and has couch seating. The food here is fantastic, with their oyster set being a must try. Equally delicious is the fish eggs on garlic bread! There are some set courses available that range from ¥4000 to ¥5500, where you can enjoy a selection of meats & seafood. Beer and wine is on the drink menu. The bar offers discounts and an all you can drink plan to have with your meal.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1500 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 0:00 |
| Closed | Wednesdays |
| Contact | 011-532-1202 |
| Notes | Soup curry restaurant, seating 25 , no parking , Japanese menu only (pictured) Smoking |
| Location / Getting There | 5 minute walk east from 'Asahiyama Koen-dori Station' street car line. South 9 West 15 15-chōme-1 Minami 9 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0809 |
Counter area
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The hamburg soup curry
The Nishi Tonden Dori Soup Curry menu includes chicken, a delicious vegetable curry, the hamburg curry (which is highly recommended), plus a pork curry, and interestingly, a ramen soup curry. There are around a dozen dishes to choose from. The spice level ranges from one to eight. Be warned, though, eight is one of the hottest curries in town. Their soup curry flavors include coconut and a creamy prawn flavor. Delicious! There are added extras that are available to make your meal even more mouth watering. And of course, the drink menu includes lassis, soft drinks and in the beer department, Sapporo Classic, and Guinness!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥600 per drink ¥1200 charge system Stage charge: First ¥1,000 (¥500 yen after the second) |
| Opening Hours | 19:00 - 2:00 Mon to Thu 19:00 - 3:30 Fri & Sat |
| Closed | *Sundays (event on last Sunday of the month) |
| Contact | 011-532-0114 |
| Notes | Show timetable 20:00 / 21:00 / 22:00 / 23:00 / 0:30 / 2:00 Seating 30, smoking available, no wifi |
| Location / Getting There | 5 minute walk from Susukino subway station 〒 064-0804 Hokkaido, Chuo Ward, Sapporo City Chuo Ward, Minami 4 West 2nd Street-8 Watabe Building 5F |
If you are looking for some good live music, Cross Roads is a great bar to check out. The bar is named after the cult classic movie ‘Crossroads’. Whereas the film has some epic guitar playing, so does this bar. Founded in 1998, you can enjoy music from the house band that is second to none. The musicians here are truly masters of their instruments, as they play cover songs from the 70’s rock era, from bands such as Eric Clapton, CCR, Eagles, Doobie Brothers, Journey, ZZ Top, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Chicago, Jeff Beck, Led Zeppelin, Bon Jovi and more!
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The house band
There is plenty of table seating, plus bar seating, where you can sit, drink, and enjoy the music, whether alone, on a date, or with a group. There is a stage charge system to see the band. It is ¥1000 for the first stage, and an extra ¥500 for following performances, which start at 20:00 and continue hourly. There is beer, wine, and spirits on the menu. Crossroads is also available to book for parties, and wedding parties. On Sundays, the space is available for musicians to hire for 30 minute shows, where equipment is provided.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1200 - ¥2500 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 22:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0139-42-2525 |
| Notes | Seafood shop seating 30, parking English menu available |
| Location / Getting There | Central Matsumae. 5 minute walk from Matsumae Castle & in Yano Onsen 温泉 049-1512 Hokkaido, Matsumae-gun, Matsumae, Fukuyama, 123 Hot spring inn Yano |
Come in for a bite
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Fantastic ‘Tuna Dinner’ set
Matsumae is a popular tourist spot for local and for tourists abroad. Yano caters to both, as their menu comes in Japanese and in English. It also has pictures of its dishes so its easy to order. Yano has some great seafood sets such as a tuna set, a fried shrimp set, or the crab cream croquette set. Other dishes include a spaghetti dish, curry set, or a hamburg set.Their crème de la crème though is the ‘Specialty of Matsumae’ set which has an assortment of local seafoods. The drink menu has soft drinks, teas & coffees, and beer.
| Admission | Free |
| Opening Hours | Open 24 hours |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0139-42-2449 |
| Notes | Photography spot |
| Location / Getting There | 6 hour drive from Sapporo or 2 hour bus ride from Hakadote. Matsujo, Matsumae-cho, Matsumae-gun, Hokkaido, Japan 049-1511 |
Peaceful
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Graveyard of the Matsumae Lords
Walking among the stone pathways and moss covered gardens is a real treat. Another feature of this area is the graveyard of the local Matsumae Lords. The trees surrounding the headstones and tombs make for a fantastic setting, with which to wander and take the quiet beauty of the graveyard. There is also a fantastic 200 year old Kechimyaku Sakura (bloodline cherry). The temples are especially beautiful during late April and early May, as the cherry blossoms (with which Matsumae is famous) are in full bloom. Make sure to bring your camera as you stroll through the historic buildings and paths.
