| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1000 - ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Closed | Sundays |
| Contact | 011-785-5778 |
| Notes | Coffee shop, parking available, arts & craft store, seating 20, cash only, non smoking |
| Location | By subway: Take the Toho Subway Line to Sakaemachi Station. Wada Coffee is approximately a 12-minute walk from the station (about 1 km). By bus: The Kita 49-jo Higashi 15-chome bus stop is very close to the café, approximately a 1-minute walk away. By car: Parking is available at the café. Address: 16-7-3 Kita 49-jo Higashi, Higashi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 007-0849 |
Located in Sapporo’s Higashi Ward at right near Yurigahara Park, Wada Coffee is a traditional Japanese coffee shop with a distinctive retro interior and a collection of antiques, ornaments and vintage objects. The café has a surprisingly substantial food menu. Choices include set meals and lunch plates, along with dishes such as hamburg steak, curry and lasagna. Past menus have also featured bacon-and-egg curry, tortilla pizza and pancakes. For something lighter, there are cake and dessert sets, including homemade-style sweets.
Coffee is naturally a main feature, with both hot and iced coffee available and different beans and monthly coffee selections appearing on the menu. A coffee and dessert set makes it a good option for an afternoon visit, while the larger meals make Wada Coffee equally suitable for lunch. With its old-fashioned interior, extensive food menu and traditional coffee-shop atmosphere, Wada Coffee is an interesting example of Sapporo’s long-established kissaten culture.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1000 - ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 10:30 - 14:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0133-79-2504 |
| Notes | Cash only, parking available, seating 20 |
| Location / Getting There | By car from Sapporo, it's about a 1.5–2 hours drive Take National Route 231 north along the coast. When you reach Hamamasu, turn near the fishing port area, the restaurant is close to the seaside *This coastal drive is actually really scenic—cliffs, sea views, very “Hokkaido road trip” vibe. 17-3 Hamamasuku Kawashimo, Ishikari, Hokkaido 061-3106 |
Ishikari is located along the east coast of Hokkaido not too far from Sapporo and just across the roaad from Kawashimo Beach Park. Along the coastal road there a couple of places to stop for a meal. Misaki Shokudo is one of these. At its heart, Misaki Shokudo is a classic syokudō: welcoming, and focused on local dishes rather than presentation. The menu reflects its coastal surroundings, with dishes like ramen and seafood rice bowls (kaisendon) featuring fresh ingredients from nearby waters. These meals are typically affordable and filling, making it a popular stop for those exploring the coastline or passing through the region. The interior is modest, often with a homely, slightly weathered feel that mirrors the harsh winters and salty sea air of Hokkaido’s coast. Opening mainly during the daytime (around late morning to early afternoon), it operates on a rhythm that suits both locals and travelers looking for a relaxed lunch spot. Misaki Shokudo holds a steady reputation among local diners. It’s the kind of place you don’t visit for luxury—you visit for authenticity.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥500 - ¥1000 per coffee |
| Opening Hours | Depends on store though most stores open from around 07:30 until 22:00 as a general rule |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | https://www.starbucks.co.jp/ |
| Notes | Coffee store, no smoking, internet, power sockets, food available, english menu, card accepted |
| Location | There are 57 locations throughout Hokkaido, in every major city. |
Starbucks first entered the Japanese market in August 1996 with a store in Tokyo’s Ginza district, marking its first international expansion outside of North America. Due the rapid success, a large number of stores opened nationwide. Starbucks has tuned in with Japanese culture adapting to local tastes with seasonal drinks, unique merchandise. Starbucks first ventured into Hokkaido in 2010 with the opening of a Starbucks in Hakodate, in the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse area. Since then there are 57 stores throughout Hokkaido. You can find one in every major city and large town. The menu is simpler in Japan. Most of the staff can speak English and for those traveling, Starbucks offers free internet if you need it. With power sockets in their stores, Starbucks has created a very useful space for travelers. Plus, they have coffee, tea, and shakes to enjoy. Prices are reasonable and they also have many food items. Starbucks also sells items and accessories unique to Japan which can make for a good souvenir.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | Restaurant ¥1000 - ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 11:30 - 22:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-758-8758 |
| Notes | Soup curry restaurant, card accepted, no parking, seating 30 |
| Location | Soup Curry Cocoro is located on the northern side of Sapporo. It is near Hokkaido University and it is just a 4 minute walk from Kita Juhachijo subway station (North 18 station). 〒001-0015 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Kita Ward, Kita 15 Jonishi, 4 Chome-2-23 City Heim N15 Building |
Cocoro Soup Curry is in a very busy area for restaurants and coffee shops. It is located on the northern side of Sapporo Station and is by Hokkaido University. There are a few other soup curry restaurants around and this one is right near the Asian Supermarket. Every soup curry restaurant has its on signature dish or special recipe tto set it apart from other soup curry restaurants. At Cocoro Soup curry restaurant, they have boneless chicken as an option with their chicken and vegetable dish. Other dishes include ‘natto and chicken curry’, and ‘ravioli & gnocchi curry’ which are unique to Cocoro. Extra toppings can be added ffor an additional ¥200. The spice level ranges from one to thirty one (thirty one being manic on their menu). Level three is a medium and suits most diners. Rice comes with each soup curry. Drinks include lassis, teas, and soft drinks. This restaurant is large and there are plenty of seats for groups so there is no lining up. This is good if you are keen to get some lunch or dinner quickly. Many other soup curry restaurants require a line up usually!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥200 - ¥500 per item ¥400 - ¥800 per drink |
| Opening Hours | 09:00 - 21:00 generally |
| Closed | |
| Contact | https://www.misterdonut.jp/ |
| Notes | Donut store, coffee, pizza and hot dogs |
| Location | Multiple locations in all major cities and towns in Hokkaido. |
The history of Mister Donut goes back to 1955 and was originally under the name ‘Dunkin Donuts’. It is the brain child of Harry Winokur and William Rosenburg. When the partnership split, Mister Donut was created with stores mainly in Asia and Dunkin Donuts staying in North America. The first Mister Donut opened in Osaka in 1971. Since then there are close to a thousand Mister Donut stores throughout Japan. In Hokkaido you can find a Mister Donut in every major city and most towns. Obviously the main product here is donuts and the prices range is from about ¥180 to ¥300. These donuts are delicious. Coffee is also served as well and this makes Mister Donut a very popular place in Japan. Since then, they also serve savory items which makes up for a better lunch or meal for customers. You can get hot dogs, pies and pizzas here now. Other drinks include fruit drinks, teas, and soda drinks. There is always seating available and so Mister Donut is a good store to visit.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥300 - ¥900 |
| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 21:00 generally |
| Closed | |
| Contact | https://www.mcdonalds.co.jp/ |
| Notes | Fast food store, multiple locations throughout Hokkaido, take out, drive through, delivery available, credit card accepted |
| Location | Multiple locations in most major cities and towns in Hokkaido. |
McDonald’s history in Japan goes all the way back to 1971. The first McDonald’s restaurant opened its doors to the public in July 1971, in Ginza at the ground floor of the Ginza Mitsukoshi department store. On the menu at that time was the Hamburger, Cheeseburger, Flit-O-Fish, Big Mac, French Fries, Apple Pie, and the McShake. Since then, there are thousands of restaurants all over Japan. It is one of the main fast food restaurants in Japan, along with KFC, Lotteria, Mos Burger, and Burger King. In Hokkaido, you can find a McDonalds in every major city, with the exception of Nemuro, …. and ….. . There are only two that are open 24 hours with one being in Shin Sapporo and the other in Kitami (see google maps below). McDonalds offers a small taste of home for some travelers, who are maybe looking for respite from Japanese cuisine and want something cheap and familiar. Most of the McDonald restaurants have power sockets for charging, and a clean and quiet place to sit and relax, which is helpful to those traveling. Most of the meals are around the ¥700 mark and they do have drive thru and card is accepted. You will also find that some of the cashiers have some level of English which is a bonus.
