| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥2000 - ¥5000 |
| Opening Hours | 16:00 - 01:00 Avanti 5 17:00 - 00:00 Avanti 1923 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-2233-737 Avanti 5 011-2073-377 Avanti 1923 |
| Notes | Whiskey bar, sit down charge ¥550, smoking, card accepted, bar food, English menu available, no parking (paid parking nearby) |
| Location | There are currently two Avanti bars in Sapporo. One being in the Tanuki Koji Shopping Arcade, and the other being on the main street that runs through Sapporo near the Susukino district. Both are on street level. Avanti 5 is on block 5 of Tanuki Koji. Take the subway to Odori subway station, head through Pole Town to Tanuki Koji, then walk west to block 5. 〒060-0063 Hokkaido, Hokkaido Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 5 Chome−36−1 F-DRESS Fifth Avenue BLD 1F Avanti 1923 is on the main street, just before the large McDonalds on the corner. This bar is a 1 minute walk from Susukino subway station. Easy to find. 〒060-0063 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 4 Chome, Silver Building 1F |
Suntory is synonymous with Japanese whiskey. Suntory Whiskey Avanti is a popular spot to try one of the many whiskeys that Suntory offers. There are two Avanti bars in Sapporo. One is in the popular Tanuki Koji Shopping Arcade, the other can be found along the main street running through Sapporo. Both these bars are similar in size with the same menus. There is a sit down charge in these bars unfortunately, and they are smoking establishments. The prices here vary from about ¥1000 to ¥3000 depending on your age of whiskey.
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These bars also serve a variety of other cocktails so even if you don’t like whiskey, you can still enjoy a good drink. The bar tenders here are mainly female staff and they are very experienced at making the best drinks for you. The best thing about these bars is the openness to the street and public. It’s a good place to people watch while enjoying a drink. For those traveling, a good spot to see the daily life. These bars are smoking establishments. There are some food items on the menu such as pizzas, and ham dishes and other finger food.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥3000 - ¥5000 |
| Opening Hours | 15:00 - 01:00 *Sundays close 1 hour early |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-215-1997 |
| Notes | Bar and dining, oyster bar, counter & table seating, card accepted, seating 54, smoking allowed, all you can drink available, paid parking nearby, seafood |
| Location | Salt moderate is in central Sapporo. It is just a 5 minute walk east from Susukino subway station. On the ground floor, the entrance is easy to see from the street. It is across from Via Inn Prime Hotel. 〒060-0063 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 1 Chome−2−1 Chitose Building 1F |
Salt Moderate is a dining bar in central Sapporo. Its main attraction is its oysters. If you are looking for seafood plus some western style meats and dishes, this is a good place to try. It can get busy on the weekends, so it’s better to reserve a seat or table. There kitchen here is open so you can see the busy cooks getting the tasty dishes ready. As we’ve said, the oysters here a good and fresh and you can order them individually or there are oyster platters available. These are served on beds of ice. There are different servings of oysters with different toppings, such as fish eggs, cheese, and a chili sauce. Fantastic!
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There are many other great dishes here too! Steaks served on a wooden slab, hand made fries, avocado salads, plus a nice chicken dish. All this food is nicely presented by the relatively young staff here. To go with the food you can enjoy an all you can drink option. This goes for 90 minutes and includes beer. This place is good for small groups of up to four, or for couples to celebrate a birthday or on a date. This is a smoking establishment so be aware of you don’t like smoking. This definitely a place to visit again.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 02:00 Monday to Thursday & Sunday 11:00 - 03:00 Friday & Saturday |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-271-7397 |
| Notes | Bar and dining, counter seating, table seating, card accepted, seating 55 |
| Location | Located in central Sapporo. It is just a 5 minute walk from Susukino Subway station. Once exiting the station head east towards Soseigawa Park. 1 Chome-2-1 Minami 3 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0063 |
Beifutei is one of those bars that have an old atmosphere to it, like the inns of old. The interior is made up of dark wood which has seen many years. The leather couches that make up the dining booths are comfortable. These booths are perfect for small groups to enjoy some good beer and good bar food. There are tables out the back and there is ample counter seating. This bar is a late night bar and is usually quite full even in the later hours. The food here is a fusion of western bar food and Japanese noodles.
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On the menu there are some fantastic dry noodle dishes. There are some spicy elements that can be enjoyed and these dishes really do go well with beer. Other dishes you can enjoy include are delicious fish and chips that pack an English style punch. The beer here flows well plus there are other drinks to be had. Wine and cocktails and spirits can all be enjoyed here at Beifutei. Being open until 3:00am on the weekends is very handy especially for those who don’t want the party to end. Great food and good beer can be found here!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥600 - ¥1000 per drink |
| Opening Hours | 20:00 - 01:00 *Sunday closes at midnight |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 016-627-0999 |
| Notes | Bar, pool table, tables for groups, seating 50, no parking |
| Location | This can be found in the centre of Asahikawa in the entertainment district. It's a 9 minute walk from Asahikawa station 〒070-0032 Hokkaido, Asahikawa, 2 Jodori, 7 Chome, Yoshitake Building |
The Den is a well known bar that is famous for being an international bar in the city of Asahikawa. This bar was originally run by an Australian national and has been going ever since. It is a western style pub that serves up a variety of international beers. This bar is also a sports bar where the customers can enjoy their favorite sports. There is a large screen to show the latest events. The bar has counter seating, where you can chat to the friendly bar tender. This is a comfortable atmosphere to meet the locals, speak English and enjoy a drink.
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Inside the bar, there is a small billiard table to enjoy. This is free to use which is a bonus! There is small tables for small groups plus a large table in the corner for larger parties. This bar serves up some bar food. Being an international bar you can find a variety of different dishes to choose from. The Den has a lot of history and if you are traveling to Asahikawa and have a night out then this is a good place to check out, especially if you are traveling from overseas!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1500 - ¥3000 |
| Opening Hours | 20:00 - 5:00 |
| Closed | Thursdays |
| Contact | 0166-73-6936 |
| Notes | Bar, karaoke, darts, party space, counter seating, all you can drink plan, late night bar, no parking |
| Location | This can be found on the 5th floor, in the entertainment area of Asahikawa. It is a 10 minute walk north from Asahikawa train station. 〒070-0033 Hokkaido, Asahikawa, 3 Jodori, 6 Chome, Yoshitake Union Building 5F |
Amusement Space Guild or better known simply as “Guild” can be found in the heart of the drinking district in Asahikawa. It is on the 5th floor and as the name suggests, is a place to go out with some friends and have a few drinks. The bar has a large counter area plus small tables and couches for small groups. This bar is also good for larger groups who are looking to celebrate! There is an electronic darts board here as well as a large screen for parties. The drinks can be ordered individually or you can go for a party plan which includes an ‘all you can drink option’.
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There is a hourly charge of ¥500 per person. For the 90 minute drinking option, that costs ¥2500. For 12o minutes, it’s ¥3000. They have beer here plus over a hundred different cocktails to choose from! Besides the darts, there is karaoke, a large screen, and party games. Amusement Space Guild is a pretty good place to check out if you are on the night out in Asahikawa. It can be a quiet place to sit at the counter for a couple or a fun time to spend with a group of friends.
| Admission | Free |
| Opening Hours | Open 24 hours |
| Closed | - |
| Notes | Beach, camping area, paid parking, BBQ spot, swimming spot, small bars in the summer |
| Location / Getting There | Otaru dream beach is about a 40 minute drive north west from Sapporo. A car is preferable. For those taking public transport, you need to take a train (Hakodate Line) to Otaru and get off at Hoshioki station. From there it is a 50 minute walk so a taxi would be better. Alternatively, the bus near Hoshioki station is No.81, and that is 5 stops, and from then it is a 30 minute walk to the beach. 3, 70 Zenibako, Otaru, Hokkaido, 047-0261 Japan |
There are two main beaches that the locals of Sapporo go to during the summer. One being Aso Beach Ishikari and the other is Otaru Dream Beach. Ishikari Beach is a quieter and more relaxing place to spend a summer day, where as Otaru Dream beach is a busier spot with more of a party atmosphere. This is mainly due to the fact there are more beach bars that line the sand. These bars serve as small places that serve food and BBQ supplies plus offering tables for beach goers to cook their own food. They also serve alcohol for those to enjoy.
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The ‘beach bars’ are slightly run down and serve only as temporary bars and eateries for a couple of months. They are open until the evening and sometimes kick on until late at night. There is also the occasional beach party event. There is no real accommodation around this long beach but there is a camping ground on the beach. This costs around ¥1000 but if you come late, then you can avoid this. Also parking for cars is about ¥500 for the day. There are signs and collectors near the entrance. This beach is mainly for a younger crowd who enjoy the BBQs and although it is not a particularly clean beach, it is a fun beach. If you are looking for something quieter, Then Ishikari Beach is a better option.
