Best Restaurants in Hokkaido(170)
COURSE MENUArata Naru Bondz Susukino Honten
A warm atmosphere, friendly tableside service, and 10 different cuts of fresh — not frozen — mutton await visitors to this jingisukan restaurant in Sapporo’s nightlife district of Susukino.
SEAT RESERVATIONL’enfant qui reve
Michelin-starred French cuisine in the heart of Moerenuma Park’s glass pyramid. “The child who dreams” makes heavy use of ingredients from all over Hokkaido and boasts over 80 vintage wines in its cellar.
COURSE MENUHokkai Shabu Shabu Susukino
Visit the place where Hokkaido lamb hotpot first began. For over 50 years, Hokkai Shabu Shabu’s original Susukino branch has been serving up New Zealand lamb shabu-shabu style, exemplifying the “taste of the north country”.
COURSE MENUYakiniku Bar Tamura
Overlooking the iconic red brick of the Former Hokkaido Government Office Building, quality is king at this premium wagyu yakiniku establishment in Sapporo, evidenced by the fresh cuts of meat.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Keiji
Get the ultimate sushi experience in one of Sapporo’s most exclusive restaurants. Enjoy expertly-crafted sushi paired with perfectly-chilled drinks in an ultra-private atmosphere, perfect for group dinners and date nights.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Mikami
Sushi is elevated to another level here at Sushi Mikami. Guests take their seats at the counter to observe sushi chefs craft nigiri with a blend of three types of rice, paired with seafood sourced both from Hokkaido and all over Japan.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Arima
Expert knife work turns the dishes at this Michelin-starred sushi restaurant into little pieces of geometric art.
SEAT RESERVATIONMoliere
Using classic French technique, Chef Nakamichi Hiroshi uses Hokkaido’s rustic flavors like Tokachi wagyu beef and Yezo venison to paint a luscious culinary picture of the region’s bounties.
SEAT RESERVATIONKamimura
When Michelin-starred Kamimura Yuichi commits, he goes all in. His French high diner has been high on the list among food critics and out-of-town travelers for its genre-blurring degustation menu.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Yoshi
Nearly 20 years of service can’t lie; the sushi and small bites at Sushidokoro Yoshi are putting Otaru on the map for more than its fishing history.
SEAT RESERVATIONRakuichi
Internationally renowned soba master Rai Tatsuru hosts just 12 diners at a time for an intimate 2-hour kaiseki experience at Rakuichi, possibly Niseko’s most coveted dining destination.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kato Hinzan Niseko
Depending on the season, this Niseko restaurant founded by Hokkaido’s King of Crab sources its seafood from different regions, showing its dedication to providing its guests with the best that the nation has to offer.
SEAT RESERVATIONIsezushi
With a Michelin-starred past, a renowned Hokkaido restaurant offers Ezo-mae-style sushi using the freshest ingredients from Tsukiji to Otaru.
SEAT RESERVATIONSomoza
Nested in a redesigned traditional kominka house atop a cliff with seasonal forest views, Somoza delivers high-end Hokkaido dining in spades using French techniques.
SEAT RESERVATIONSukiyaki Kappo Hiyama Niseko
Located in the Muwa Niseko Hotel, Sukiyaki Kappo Hiyama Niseko's comforting sukiyaki and attentive service is a warm refuge amidst Hokkaido’s icy climes.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kai
Ezomae, not Edomae — the warm, welcoming space of Sushi Kai brings Hokkaido’s sushi to the forefront of its venue, crafted by an English-fluent sushi master.
COURSE MENUNiku-no-Kappo Tamura Odori Bisse
Hokkaido-grown wagyu and ingredients claim the spotlight at this Sapporo yakiniku restaurant blending traditional kappo cuisine with premium meat dishes.
SEAT RESERVATIONBang Bang
One of Niseko Hirafu ski resorts’ first Japanese izakaya, Bang Bang offers yakitori and fresh and seasonal Hokkaido seafood and vegetables in an intimate, mountain hut-style venue at the bottom of the slopes.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Miyakawa
Hokkaido’s best sushi restaurant, and one of the best in the whole world, according to the Michelin judges.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Hidetaka
Clear your mind and unburden your shoulders with one of Sapporo’s best Michelin-starred sushi dinners.
SEAT RESERVATIONTempura Araki
Simplicity doesn't mean average — the tempura at this Sapporo eatery is testament to that.
SEAT RESERVATIONRESTAURANT maccarina
Hide away in the natural surroundings of Makkari while dining on fine French cuisine.
SEAT RESERVATIONKukizen
Enjoy a change of scenery, and some outstanding sushi, just an hour from Sapporo.
SEAT RESERVATIONSapporo Genghis Khan (Main Shop)
Savor the highest quality beef and mutton grilled over charcoal at Sapporo Genghis Khan in Sapporo.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kappo Kakihachi
Sapporo boasts access to some of Japan’s best seafood, with the cold waters of Hokkaido yielding many of the rarest delicacies. At Sushi Kappo Kakihachi, these are crafted into picture-perfect nigiri, and enjoyed in a welcoming, laid back atmosphere.
SEAT RESERVATIONElezo Esprit
The Japan Times’ Destination Restaurant of the Year 2024, this Toyokoro restaurant focuses on incredibly fresh Yezo venison, fowl and pork either from its own farm or provided by local hunters.
SEAT RESERVATIONMasazushi Honten
As the pioneering force behind Otaru Sushiya Street, this iconic establishment has been a cornerstone of Hokkaido's seafood culture, embodying a rich family legacy that spans generations.
SEAT RESERVATIONNishizuka
Venture outside Otaru’s core for culinary artistry at Nishizuka, where father-and-son chefs create stunning kaiseki menus featuring the freshest seafood harvested from the Sea of Japan.
Japan’s northernmost main island is a wild land of mountains, untamed wilderness, and breathtaking wildlife. This unique land of Hokkaido has an equally unique culinary culture, with some of the best sushi restaurants in the Japan drawing upon the vast oceans stretching out from its coasts. Expect fantastic oysters, world-beating sea urchin, salmon roe in abundance, and succulent crabs.
But it’s not just about wilderness and tradition; the capital city Sapporo has a fantastic restaurant scene with everything from iconic Japanese institutions to modern European bistros. These Hokkaido restaurants are as varied as they are prestigious!
Here you’ll find centuries-old ryokan inns competing with Italian and French restaurants of the highest caliber. Meanwhile, small-time family ramen shops and izakaya dish out unique northern renditions of the Japanese classic dishes.
After a long day exploring the wilderness, carving up the pistes, or relaxing in the hot springs, you’ll have plenty of great restaurants to choose from. Take a look at our range of the best restaurants in Hokkaido, and reserve your spot today.