Sapporo Ramen Republic is a theme park that brings together 8 of Hokkaido's most popular ramen shops. Here, you can taste various flavors of Hokkaido ramen. Shops like Shirakaba Sansou, Hakodate, Baikouken, and Ebetsu Ginparou gather here. Each shop is not very large, but behind each steaming bowl of ramen is a dedicated owner who practices the art of ramen with heart and soul!
Kani Honke is a long-established crab restaurant in Hokkaido, offering kaiseki cuisine featuring the three major crabs of Hokkaido. It has multiple branches in Japan, with the main store located in front of Sapporo Station. The restaurant is built in the style of ancient Japanese folk houses, giving it a unique charm. It is very popular among foreign tourists. Using fresh crabs transported from Hokkaido, the restaurant creates a variety of dishes, including incredibly delicious crab sashimi that other restaurants cannot replicate!
Snow Brand Parlor (Sapporo Flagship Store)
Founded in 1925, Snow Brand is a famous milk brand in Japan. At the 'Snow Brand Parlor' near JR Sapporo Station, the ice cream sundaes made with Snow Brand milk are not only rich in flavor but also smooth in texture. Even in the heavy snow of winter, the business remains prosperous, making it the most popular dessert in Sapporo. It is said that the top-quality ice cream was specially prepared for Emperor Showa's inspection of Hokkaido. The first floor of Snow Brand is a specialty store for Hokkaido local products, selling Snow Brand products such as butter and cheese, as well as Hokkaido specialties like Shiroi Koibito and raw chocolate, making it the best choice for buying souvenirs.
Picante Soup Curry
Picante is a famous soup curry specialty store in Sapporo. After absorbing various curry cultures from India and Southeast Asia, Sapporo developed its own style of curry unique to Hokkaido. As a result, soup curry has become a specialty of Sapporo. When ordering, you can choose the type of soup, main ingredients, and side ingredients according to your taste, and finally select the level of spiciness. An additional charge applies for spiciness levels above the standard. Each table is equipped with a service bell, so you can call the waiter at any time if needed. With a Chinese menu available, ordering is very easy!
Kushidori is a common chain izakaya in Japan, typically offering grilled skewers and beer. The skewers are mainly meat-based, including beef tenderloin, grilled chicken wings, and grilled cartilage. There are also vegetarian options like asparagus, ginkgo nuts, and cheese mochi. You can also enjoy authentic Sapporo beer, which pairs deliciously with the food. The service in the store is also quite attentive, receiving rave reviews from both tourists and local Japanese people, making it extremely popular!
