| Opening Hours | 09:00 - 18:30 Susukino location 09:00 - 17:30 Soen location |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-5302-777 Susukino store 011-6155-858 Soen store |
| Notes | Supermarket, bulk buying grocery store, card accepted, parking available |
| Location | Susukino location is a 6 minute walk from Nakajima Koen station. 2 Chome-2-15 Minami 7 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0807 The other location is a 5 minute walk from Nijuyonken JR station. 〒060-0010 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Kita 10 West 23 |
There are two Carrot supermarkets in Hokkaido, and they are both in Sapporo. Carrot is simply a very small version of Costco. A lot of the items are bulk buy and you will see many restaurant and bar managers using Carrot fir their needs. Unlike Costco, you don’t need a membership card to use them. A lot of their food items are frozen, which again, can be bought in bulk. They also have many overseas foods and condiments that you won’t find in most supermarkets so Carrot is also quite popular with the expat community. Anything from pastas, olives, sausages, and cheeses to name just a few. They have a large range of spices to perk up any dish plus if you enjoy baking, there is a myriad of different flours for your baking needs. Carrot not only provides a large supply of ingredients, they have kitchen items, cooking items, and packaging on a large scale. Carrot is a very handy resource especially for cooks!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1000 |
| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 21:00 Shin-Sapporo Sunpiazza 09:00 - 23:00 Shiroi-shi 09:00 - 20:00 Otaru station 10:00 - 22:00 Obihiro 10:00 - 21:30 Kushiro |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | https://www.burgerking.co.jp/home |
| Notes | Fast food store, parking, card accepted |
| Location | There are 6 locations in Hokkaido. 2 in Sapporo, 1 at Otaru train station. 1 in Kushiro, 1 in Aeon Mall in Asahikawa, and 1 in Obihiro. Check the maps in the article. |
Burger King not a super well known fast food chain in Japan but it is spreading. This chain serves as a guilty pleasure for those expats living in Hokkaido, or maybe as a rare escape from Japanese food for those traveling from abroad. There are only six Burger King stores currently in Hokkaido as of 2025, so finding one is a little rare. The easiest Burger King to find is in Otaru as it is at the very exit from the station. The others are a little out of the way and require a car to get there. Burger King first arrived in Japan in 1993 and has continued to spread across the country. The menu keeps the same with the brand being the home of the ‘Whopper’ and you can find your favorite items on the menu. All these stores have parking, and a couple of them have drive through. Most meals are around the ¥1000 mark so if you are looking for a quick bite and want something that reminds you of home, Burger King is a good fast food option.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | Around ¥200 - ¥400 per dish ¥500 per alcoholic drink |
| Opening Hours | 17:00 - 23:00 17:00 - 00:00 Saturdays |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-2002-141 |
| Notes | Izakaya, all you can drink option, fried foods, seating 60, table and counter seating, card accepted |
| Location | This izakaya is located right near Susukino. It is just a 2 minute walk from the station. Around the corner from the MacDonalds 〒060-0063 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 4 Chome-9-2 Kamiya Building 2F |
This is a very unique izakaya in the center of Sapporo. What sets this place apart from anywhere else is not only the decor but the menu. Upon entering, you will see a huge array of toys, posters, and other memorabilia from the 1950`s. It’s a great look and what sets it all off is the lighting and the music. Music from that era also adds to the experience. Once inside you can choose counter seating or table seating. Tables cater to about four people. The menu. The menu is written only in Japanese and covers three or four huge pages. The food here is pretty basic and consists mainly of fried dishes. They have oden, grilled meats, and other finger food on sticks. A couple of unique dishes that you could try are the frog legs or the sparrow eggs. Not for the faint hearted. The food here is pretty cheap as well as the drinks. There is an all you can drink option for 90 minutes. Individual drinks such as beer and highballs (which are the main two items), are only about ¥500 per drink. This is a definitely a must see while in Sapporo!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | Restaurant ¥5000 - ¥10,000 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 15:00 17:00 - 22:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-2711-115 |
| Notes | Izakaya, seafood, cocktails, wine, views of Odori Park, reservation recommended, no smoking, no parking, card accepted |
| Location | Aburiya is right in the centre of town above Odori subway station. It's on the 3rd floor above Hokuyo Bank. Access is via underground, at Hokuyo Bank take the escalator to the 3rd floor. 4F Odori Bissé, Odori Nishi 3, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0042 |
This is a great Izakaya which has fantastic views overlooking Odori Park. If you do want the perfect window seat, then it’s best to make a reservation prior. Aburiya is located in the Hokuyo Bank building on the 4th floor. This izakaya excels in seafood plus they also have meat dishes as well such as succulent lamb chops. There are a variety of sushi dishes and sashimi dishes, salads, fish, steaks and much much more. You can order all these dishes individually and for such a nice izakaya in such a prime position, the prices are really reasonable. The staff are friendly and it’s a great dining experience. Highly recommended especially during the Snow Festival! For drinks, they have some great sake here and wine that compliments the food very well. This is an absolutely fantastic spot for views and local cuisine. Enjoy!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥3000 - ¥5000 including drinks and food |
| Opening Hours | 18:00 - 03:00 |
| Closed | Sundays |
| Contact | 011-563-6115 r.gnavi.co.jp |
| Notes | Late night bar, seating 18, bar, izakaya |
| Location | The bar is located on one of the small alleyways off Shinjuku Road. It's a 5 minute walk south west from Susukino subway station. South 6 West 6. 4 Chome-11-6 Minami 6 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0806 |
This is a small izakaya that can be found in one of the backstreets of Susukino, Sapporo. This izakaya is made up of two floors. The ground floor has counter seating facing the small kitchen here. The second floor is a little more spacious. The ground floor is a little cramped so this bar is better for small groups of up to four, or couples. A few things to note, the menu here is only in Japanese and the staff have minimal English ability so it’s better to have some Japanese knowledge. It is generally a late night bar and is open until 3:00am. They have beer and cocktail plus Japanese sake here. Food wise, they have a huge amount of different dishes wish is impressive seeing the size of the small kitchen. They have oysters, meats, fish, a signature omelette dish plus salads. There is a party plan available here as well! This is a great little izakaya with great food and drink.
The owner of Co-Ezo has been in Susukino for a long time. They have an all you can drink option here as well.
| Cost per night | ¥12,000 - ¥20,000 per person |
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Check-out | 11:00 |
| Contact | 0134-21-5489 |
| Restaurant | Yes |
| Wi-fi | Yes |
| Onsen (hot spring) | Yes |
| Notes | Laundry service Parking (extra charge) No pool Public bath (onsen) Wheelchair access Amenities in room Pet friendly Air conditioned rooms |
| Location | The hotel is just a 2 minute walk from Otaru train station. 3 Chome-9-1 Inaho, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0032 |
Dormy Inn Premium Hotel Otaru is a conveniently placed hotel in the heart of Otaru. It is one of twelve Dormy Inns in Hokkaido. It is right by the train station and is only a few minutes walk from the famous Otaru Canal, and other attractions. This hotel is one of many in Otaru but it is on the cheaper end of the spectrum. It is on the older side and this is evident from the furniture in the foyer, and on the furnishings in the room. But that aside, let’s look at what this hotel DOES offer. It has underground parking (which has an extra charge), there is a restaurant here and the hotel has a buffet breakfast (which does get quite busy). The main attraction for this hotel is the onsen (public hot spring). The onsen is nice but not exceptional. It is on the smaller size and the outside section is roofed over. The hallway to the onsen is probably the nicest part of this hotel.
The rooms are on the small size and only half of them offer a view over the train station. The decor is meant to evoke the romanticism of the Taisho era (1912 – 1926. Warm lighting with lantern like designs. Again, the furniture here could use a renovation. Overall, if you are looking for a nice bed, and an onsen, then this hotel will suit your needs and at a cheap price for the area. If you are looking for something a little more luxurious, then another hotel might suffice. But this is good enough for a weary traveller in a good location, plus they offer free ramen!
