Wing Bay Otaru

ウイングベイ小樽
Opening Hours10:00 - 20:00
Closed-
Contact0134-21-5000
http://www.wingbay-otaru.co.jp/
NotesSupermarket, clothing stores, restaurants, fast food stores, entertainment areas, movie theatre, furniture stores, 5000 parking, swimming pool, wheelchair access
Location /
Getting There
Wing Bay Otaru is right across from Otaruchikko Train Station on the JR Otaru line. 25 minute train ride from Sapporo station
〒047-0008 11 Chikko, Otaru-shi, Hokkaido

The JR train line on the way to Otaru passes some great coastline. Along this JR line there are various stops before the final destination of Otaru. Two stations before the Otaru train station, you can find the Wing Bay Otaru department store. Opened in 1999, this huge department is about 1.5km long. It is one of the largest shopping complexes in Japan.  The centre is 4 stories and has ample parking. In terms of shopping there are plenty of outlet shops, including mens, womens, and kids clothing stores. There is also a Nittori which is a huge furniture and home furnishing store. 

 

 

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Apart from all these shops, Wing Bay Otaru shops has a huge hotel overlooking the marina. There is a cinema, a swimming pool, a bowling alley and a sports club, plus a large play centre for the kids. To fuel the body for shopping and all these activities there are about thirty different restaurants ranging from Mos Burger to gourmet dining. There is also a supermarket to pick up some fresh food. It is here you can get some boxed lunches. Why not grab one and head out to the park overlooking the water or eat outside along the boardwalk. 

 

Omotesando Street Festival

DatesFirst weekend of July
Opening HoursAll day
Contact-
Location /
Getting There
Located in West Sapporo in the suburb of Maruyama. It runs down 6 blocks adjacent to Maruyama subway station.
Minami 1 Jo-dori Ave, 25-chōme-2 Minami 1 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0801

Street festivals in Japan are a fantastic look into Japanese culture and a great way to enjoy a day, taking in the sights, activities, and the local food. The Omotesando Street Festival is one of these festivals. This festival runs all day and can be found running the length of one of the main streets in the suburb of Maruyama, West Sapporo. It is on on the same day as the Sapporo Craft Beer Forest, which is not too far away. It’s a great idea to check out the Craft Beer Forest event and then finish the rest of the day at the Omotesando Street Festival!

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The day is a real family affair. There is a lot to see and do. Lining both sides of the streets, there are plenty of food stalls. It is here you can grab some local food and enjoy it with a beer, wine or non alcoholic drinks. Local food includes oysters, BBQ chicken, edamame (steamed beans), and shellfish, just to name a few. For the kids, there are magic shows, and game stalls to win a price. The cafes, bars, and restaurants are also open along this street, so its all happening here! On a beautiful sunny day, you can’t beat the street festival.

Umi E

海へ 札幌レストラン
Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥1000 - ¥3000
Opening Hours10:00 - 23:00 (last order 22:30) Sapporo station location, Apia
17:00 - *1:00 Sapporo Susukino location

*Saturdays is open until 3:00 in the morning
Closed-
Contact011-209-1205 Sapporo station location, Apia
050-3462-2081 Susukino location
NotesJapanese seafood restaurant, menu in Japanese only (though has pictures)

Seating 92, credit card accepted, non smoking from 11:30 to 15:30Sapporo Apia
Seating 47, credit card accepted, private rooms available Susukino
Location /
Getting There
Located in Apia on the B1 floor underground. Its a 3 minute walk from Sapporo station or a 3 minute walk from Sapporo subway station.
〒064-0806 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 6 Jonishi, 4 Chome, Takase Building
Located in Sapporo, Susukino (entertainment district). A 3 minute walk south from Susukino subway station, or a 7 minute walk from Nakajima Koen subway station.
〒064-0806 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 6 Jonishi, 3 Chome, 1F ・ 2F New Olympia Building

While in Sapporo and looking for some Japanese food for dinner and lunch, Umi E provides some good Japanese dishes to get into. The restaurant name ‘Umi E’ translates to ‘To the Sea’ and this restaurant/izakaya definitely has a lot of seafood to choose from. There are two locations in Sapporo. The first and larger restaurant can be found in Apia West which is on the basement walkway between Sapporo station and the Sapporo subway station. The other Umi E, is in the entertainment district of Susukino. Both of these restaurants are set up in traditional Japanese style which has a nice feel when dining.

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Although the menu is Japanese, it has pictures showing each item so its not too difficult to order! The menu at Umi E is pretty vast so there is something for everyone. Their set meals are a good idea as you can sample a bit of everything so these are recommended. The seafood menu includes sushi, sashimi, crab, shellfish and fish which come in the meal though can be ordered separately. Apart from the seafood, they have salads and meat dishes, plus noodle dishes, tempura and soups. The drink menu has alcahol and soft drinks. So, for some nice traditional Japanese food, Umi E is an izakaya worth checking out. 

Kitamaru

Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥1200 - ¥4000
Opening Hours11:00 - 16:00 (last order at 15:30)
16:00 - 23:15 (last order at 22:15)
Closed-
Contact011-213-5005
http://kitamaru.jp/
NotesJapanese style izakaya
128 seats
Smoking section
Location /
Getting There
2 minute walk from Sapporo station.
2 Chome Kita 6 Jonishi, Kita, Sapporo, 060-0806, PASEO 1st floor


Fish lunch set

Kitamaru is a Japanese Izakaya, located in the dining area of Paseo West. There are a large selection of Japanese dishes on the menu. The lunch menu has a selection of fried chicken, tempura, sushi and a variety of sashimi, noodles, a pork dish, and a fish dish to name a few. The lunch menus typically come with rice, a miso soup, and some pickled vegetables. The vegetables are seasonal and come from the local farmlands around Sapporo. Located in Paseo Dining, this restaurant is close to all the shopping areas which is a plus.


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A selection of goodies

And of course, while at an izakaya, you will alos need refreshments to go with your meal. Kitamaru restaurant has beer, a huge selection of highball drinks, cocktails, whiskey, Japanese sake, plus soft drinks. The izakaya is a large area with plenty of seating, they also have private rooms, whether it be for large parties, or for just a cozy dinner for two. For events for groups, it is better to book ahead (this can be done via their website). So, while in the Sapporo station area, and are looking for a Japanese style lunch, or dinner, Kitamaru is worth a look!



Tori Yo Sakana Yo Restaurant

Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
Each dish from ¥200- ¥1000 each
Opening Hours11:00 - 23:30
Closed-
Contact011-213-5608
NotesJapanese Izakaya
Location /
Getting There
Located in Paseo West at Sapporo station
060 0806 Hokkaido Sapporo City Kita-ku Northern 6th west 4-3-1 Paseo 1F



Grilled chicken

Tori yo Sakana yo (which translates to “chicken! fish!”) is a Japanese style bar/restaurant. As with all Izakayas in Japan, this restaurant serves up small dishes of Japanese cuisine. There is a good selection of salads, seafood and meat. Grilled chicken, and grilled pork on skewers is a popular dish. As is the large selection of delicious sashimi and grilled fish.  Not all the dishes are Japanese, however. There are pizzas, pastas, and a nice serving of avocado with melted cheese.


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Succulent sashimi

As with the food menu, the drink menu offers beer, a wide range of spirits, soft drinks and juices. There is a “Nomihodai” option (all you can drink), which goes for 2 hours. The nomihodai includes tap beers, and a selection of spirits. The “Tori Yo Sakana Yo” Restaurant restaurant is located in the Paseo restaurant section. It’s in a convenient area, and close to the station and Stellar place department store and Daimaru department store, so it’s a good spot for some lunch or dinner.



Marumiya Restaurant

Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
From ¥1500 - ¥3500
Opening HoursWeekdays 11:00 - 15:00 & 16:30 - 5:00
Weekends 11:00 - 15:00 & 16:00 - 5:00
Closed-
Contact011-213-5454
NotesCredit cards accepted
Menu in English, Chinese, and Korean
Courses available
Seating for large groups
Non smoking areas
Location /
Getting There
Located in Paseo. 2 minute walk from Sapporo station
〒060-0806 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Kita-ku, Kita 6 Jōnishi, 4 Chome. Sapporo paseo


Maruuyima Restaurant SapporoMarumiya Restaurant is a large Izakaya (Japanese restaurant) that specializes in Hokkaido cuisine. Located conveniently, right near Sapporo station, its a great place to try out some Japanese cuisine. Open until early morning you can try out Hokkaido cooking, including crab, salmon roe, mackerel, tempura, sea urchin, sashimi, just to name a few. The drink menu serves up beer, soft drinks, wines, and a variety of Shochu and Japanese sake!


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Maruuyima Restaurant Sapporo

Plenty of seating

There is seating for up to 250 people, and there are private dining rooms for large groups! The menu is in a variety of languages plus pictures, so it’s easy to choose your dish. Marumiya uses local ingredients, so the menu changes with the seasons! There is an all you can drink, and an all you can eat menu, plus a set menu with a little bit of everything. Whether it be a long day of shopping,  an evening after some Sapporo sightseeing, or even after a late flight in, Maruyima is the place to go!