Bar España

バル・エスパーニャ
Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥1500 - ¥3000
Opening Hours18:00 - 03:00
ClosedSundays
Contact050-5263-8772
NotesLate night bar, Spanish bar & restaurant, seating 20, smoking, no parking, card accepted
LocationLocated in central Susukino. The bar is along the main street of Susukino (eki mae dori). From Susukino subway station it is a 3 minute walk south. The bar is on the left hand side of the road.
〒064-0806 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 6 Jonishi, 3 Chome, New Olympia Building 1F

Bar España is a very popular bar located in the centre of Susukino. It is also part of a small chain run by a friendly local businessman. The other bar being the equally popular Bar España Carne. The bar is on the main street that runs through the nightlife district. It is usually full and bustling with those on a night out on the town. They have some great Spanish wines here plus cocktails and beer on tap. There is an ‘all you can drink’ option if need be. The bar is also popular because of the Spanish cuisine served up here. For those who enjoy a good paella, the paella here won an award back in 2018. 

The food here is quite good. Other dishes of note include raw oysters from the Sakai family. These oysters from Akkeshi are popular winter speciality at Espana. Perfect to go with both wine and beer. More Spanish dishes include Iberian grilled pork, a classic dish ahijo (shrimp and garlic boiled in olive oil), grilled mushrooms with prosciutto ham, and a Spanish omelette. The layout is nice but small. For those in groups of four or more it is a good idea to book in advance. For couples it makes for a great date spot. Bar Espana is a must try especially in the warmer months with their outside seating. Disfrutar!

Electric Sheep Bar

エレクトリック シープバー
Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥600 - ¥1200 per drink
Opening Hours18:00 - 04:00 (last order drink 03:30, last order food 03:00)
Closed-
Contact011-520-2233
NotesLate night bar,
LocationSapporo, south 7 west 3. 6 minute walk from Susukino subway station, 5 minute walk from Nakajima koen subway station.
Japan, 〒064-0807 Hokkaido Prefecture, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 7 Jonishi, 3 Chome, LC弐番館ビル1F

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This bar has been around for a long time and has been a popular spot over the many years. The bars name is based on the Blade Runner movie (based on the book ‘Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?’) The big draw card for this spot is the great views down over Sapporo. The bar is located on the 9th floor with large windows overlooking the night scene, all the way down route 36 (a main street separating Susukino and Odori). The night views plus the beautifully presented cocktails make this bar a popular date spot.  A lot of the patronage here are on the younger side (mostly in the early twenties).  They have party plans and an ‘all you can drink’ option as well. 

There is window seating, counter seating and table seating (for up to about four people so not great for big groups). There are so many fantastic cocktails on the menu you can try something new. They have some interesting variations on your favorite drinks such as the mango mojito, kiwi martini, or running with the Blade Runner theme, they have a ‘Blade Runner’ and a ‘Replicant’ drink. The staff are friendly and keep the bar running along. The food here is also good! They have some Spanish style dishes such prosciutto, shrimp ajillo, or fires with chili beans. Electric Sheep Bar is a great bar to check out in Sapporo. 

Suntory Jigger Bar

サントリー ジガーバー サッポロ ビール
Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥2000 - ¥3000
Opening Hours17: 00 - 22: 00 Weekdays
17: 00 - 23: 00 Sundays / Holidays
Closed-
Contact011-211-6100
NotesBeer bar, seating 64, outside seating, smoking allowed, credit card accepted, parties ok, all you can drink plan available
Location /
Getting There
Suntory Jigger Bar is located in the Tanuki Koji Shopping Arcade on the 6th block. It is a 6 minute walk from Susukino subway station.
〒060-0063 7-chome, Minami 3-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido F-DRESS 7 BLD 1F

Suntory is a famous brewer and distillery company throughout Japan. They are best known for their whiskey. They have numerous bars around Japan related to the name. Suntory Jigger Bar opened back in 1984 and can be found in the Tanuki Koji shopping arcade along the 7th block. The bar has counter and outside seating and due to its ample space is the perfect setting for large parties as well. The bar is a comfortable space to enjoy a drink and some good food in a nice setting reminiscent of a good western bar. The name ‘jigger’ refers to the measuring device for pouring shots and cocktails and here you can find over 200 cocktails to enjoy. 

There is an all you drink plan for parties, and depending on your plan, includes various cocktails and of course beer (Suntory). The food that comes on the menu, is second to none and is beautifully presented to feast down on. The menu includes a mouth watering handmade pizza (local favorite), plus a cheese platter, olives, and Cajun chicken which is must try. They also have a couple of pasta dishes and numerous side dishes that compliment the beer. With outside seating in the warmer months and a private back room for parties, this is a great  bar to check out. Convenient too as it is near the very center of Sapporo, a stones throw away from Odori and Susukino!

Bar Waduro

バーワデューロ
Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥1000 per drink
¥1000 sit down charge
Opening Hours15:00 - 21:00
Closed-
Contact011-231-0101
NotesHigh end cocktail bar, sit down charge, seating 30
LocationSapporo, Susukino. The bar is just a 2 minute walk from Susukino subway station. Take exit 1 and head east along Tsukisamu-dori (route 36) 2 blocks. The bar is on the left.
〒064-0804 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 4 Jonishi, 2 Chome-14-2 Central S4 Building 1st floor

Bar Waduro is a high end cocktail bar. For those with a bit of money to sip on some professionally made drinks, Bar Waduro is in a convenient location. There are a huge amount of drinks to choose from and each the menu is organized into liquor bases. They have whiskey (both bourbon and scotch), vodka, tequila, gin, rum, and assorted shochu and sake. You can either enjoy a drink straight or on the rocks, or try one of the cocktails. These cocktails are superb and are worth the money. The menu however is only in Japanese so be best to have some kind of translating device or a translator. 

When going here, be observant that the final bill may be more than expected. There is a sit down charge here (which comes with a small bowl of nuts), and that charge is ¥1000 per person. This is an expensive charge that is added onto any drink ordered. There are a few food items to nibble on and to add to the drinking experience. Overall, the drinks made here are second to none (the martini is particularly good), but the cost may put some revelers off. This bar is a suitable for a special occasion and sampling one or two different drinks before moving on elsewhere. 

Iruka Bar

海豚
Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥660 - ¥770 per drink
¥1000 food
Opening Hours19:00 - 03:00
ClosedSundays
Contact011-1520-6610
NotesBar, no sit down charge, smoking, seating 15, seafood, sake, shochu, no parking, take out available, Japanese menu only
Location /
Getting There
The bar is located in central Susukino, Sapporo. It is a 3 minute walk from Susukino subway station. The bar is in a small alley just off Susukino Minami Nakadori
3 Chome-6-17 Minami 6 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0806

The Iruka Bar is a great little place in Susukino, Sapporo. The name ‘Iruka’ means dolphin in Japanese. This bar has that cool, dark, laid back, smokey feel to it. The staff and the owner are very friendly and welcoming. This place seems to be a hidden popular go to place for the locals, especially for those who want to unwind after a day at work. The background jazz music really adds to the atmosphere. It is a small place, and it is a smoking establishment, so be warned for those who don’t want to be in a smoky bar. 

The bar is best for drinking alone, couples, and only small groups as there are only a couple of small tables and a counter. The menu, is only in Japanese. This bar is popular for its extensive sake list. There are many different kinds of shochu here as well to enjoy. And what goes well with sake? Seafood. If you love oysters, Iruka has some large oysters that can be had raw, or cooked. Both are delicious! For around ¥500, you can also enjoy other seafood dishes, plus pickled dishes, chicken, and noodles. They have a take out option as well! This is a great bar to check out. It’s down a small alleyway, and up a narrow flight of stairs.

Bar Lit 9

バー点灯9
Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥600 per drink
¥500 sit down charge
Opening Hours20:00 - 03:00
ClosedMondays
Contact-
NotesBar, sit down charge, no parking
Location /
Getting There
The bar is located in central Susukino, Sapporo. It is a 3 minute walk south down the main road from Susukino subway station. Take elevator to the 9th floor.
Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo-ku, Minami 6 Jonishi, 3-chome, New Olympia Building 9F

Bar Lit 9 is a cool little bar located in downtown Susukino, Sapporo. It is in the New Olympia building, on the 9th floor. It is run by the super friendly owner, Kaori. She is always happy to have a chat and to keep the good times flowing. There is a large counter area as well as a few tables that can fit up to four people. This bar opened in 2021 and due to the popularity of the owner, it has its regulars who come in to enjoy the atmosphere. At the bar you can find an array of cocktails plus beer on tap. 

As with most establishments in the area, there is a sit down charge of ¥500. This place is good for any situation, whether you are on your own, on a date, or with a group of friends. There is an all you can drink option which is great for parties. The bar is quite easy to find. On the main street that runs down the center of Susukino, look for a bar called Bar España. There is an entrance to the elevator next to this bar. Take the elevator to the 9th floor and Bar Lit 9 is around the corner. Their door is always open which is a plus when deciding on a bar to go. Pop your head in and have a drink. It’s a fun place!