“Experience the finest sake in Sapporo! 5 recommended spots that will captivate even foreigners”

Hello! I'm Iwapiko, a blogger who loves Japan.。Sapporo is a gourmet city where you can enjoy delicious seafood and Genghis Khan.、Did you know that there are actually many ways to enjoy sake? Sake that goes perfectly with ingredients unique to Hokkaido、Sapporo is full of shops where you can enjoy the local atmosphere.、Truly a hidden sacred place for sake lovers。

These spots are popular with foreign travelers as well.、A special place where you can experience pairing dishes made with local ingredients with sake.。From beginner to advanced、You should be able to experience the depth of Japanese sake.。This time、5 recommended sake spots in Sapporo that I actually visited、We'll introduce you to this with passionate thoughts!

Why Sapporo's sake is popular with foreigners

1. Exquisite foods nurtured by the Hokkaido land

Fresh seafood and Jingisukan、seasonal vegetables etc.、Dishes unique to Hokkaido pair perfectly with sake.。for example、The fruity Junmai Daiginjo perfectly matches the rich flavor of sea urchin and crab.。Enjoy a sake experience with dishes made with local ingredients.、Creating unforgettable memories for foreign tourists。

2. Even beginners can provide peace of mind

Many Sapporo restaurants、He will teach you about sake in an easy-to-understand manner even for beginners.。Simply tell us what flavor you like and what food you would like to pair it with.、The owner and staff will suggest a drink that suits you.。I myself was very impressed with the drink I received, saying, ``If you're a beginner, this is recommended.''。

3. A cozy atmosphere

The Sapporo store、There are many places with a relaxed and calm atmosphere.、You can thoroughly enjoy sake while relieving your fatigue during your trip.。in a relaxing space、It is also attractive that you can enjoy the deliciousness typical of Hokkaido.。

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5 Recommended Sake Spots

1. Directly managed Chitosezuru

Directly operated Chitosetsuru Official Website

• address: News Skino Building 1F, Minami 5-jo Nishi 3-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo
• Estimated price: ￥4,000～￥5,000

Directly managed store of Chitosetsuru, the only sake brewery in Sapporo。The “Drink Comparison Set” where you can drink and compare about 20 different brands is a must-see! What impressed me here was “Chitose Tsuru Junmai Daiginjo”。Fruity and light taste、Perfectly paired with fresh sashimi from Hokkaido。In a calm Japanese atmosphere、You can spend a moment to heal your mind and body.。

2. Izakaya Kusachi

Izakaya Kusachi Official Instagram

• address: Hokkaido Sapporo City Chuo District, South 3 Jo West 4 chome 21−6 South 3 West 4 B.L.D 7F
• Estimated price: ￥3,000～￥4,000

Casual and friendly "Izakaya Kusachi"、A cozy shop loved by local customers。The famous crab daruma is packed with the rich flavor of crab.、Excellent compatibility with Japanese sake。I received “Kuniki” here.、The refreshing taste brings out the crab dishes even more.。Another point is that you can feel free to stop by even by yourself.。

3. Sake Bar Kamada

Sake Bar Kamada Official Website

• address: MY Plaza Building 8F, 14-2 Minami 4-jo Nishi 4-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo
• Estimated price: ￥3,000～￥5,000

Kamada is a bar that offers a stylish and sophisticated space。We have a wide selection of sake from Hokkaido.、The store owner will kindly help you choose the brand that suits your tastes.。What I enjoyed here was “Katsu no Katsu”。It has a rich aroma and deep flavor.、Pairing with local cheese was a new taste discovery.。

4. Izakaya Shinya

Izakaya Shinya Tabelog

• address: Plaza 7.4 Asai Building, Minami 7-jo Nishi 4-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
• Estimated price: ￥5,000～￥6,000

"Izakaya Shinya" where you can enjoy Jingisu Khan and salted hormones。Juicy Genghis Khan made with lamb, a specialty of Hokkaido.、Once you try this sake combination, you will never forget it.。The recommendation here is “Kokushi Musou”。The sweetness of the lamb fat and the sharp aftertaste of the sake are a perfect match.、Have the best dinner experience。

5. Fish and vegetables

Fish dishes Formula Instagram

• address: Sanjo Mimatsu Building, 4th floor, 18-1 Minami 3jo Nishi 5-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo
• Estimated price: ￥4,000～￥5,000

Fishnabes are proud of their sashimi platter made with luxurious fresh seafood。The owner will carefully suggest sake that goes well with the food.、Even beginners can enjoy it with confidence。I tried "Tazake Junmai Ginjo"、The gentle sweetness and refreshing acidity brought out the flavor of the sashimi even more.。In a calm Japanese space、Enjoy a special moment。

Summary of Iwapiko, a lover of sake.

Sapporo is、It's the best place to enjoy the marriage of local ingredients and sake.。The five spots we introduced this time are、Each has its own personality、All the shops are worth visiting。Please refer to this article、Find your favorite drink!

When you visit、Please let us know your thoughts and recommended brands in the comments.。If you like this article、Don't forget to bookmark and share。Let's spread the word about Sapporo's sake culture together!