Sapporo Blog
The Sapporo Blog is my little mini journal about Sapporo. It....
- lets you know when any new Web pages appear on the site such as new found places to eat or things to do
- keeps you up-to-date with news or other postings about Sapporo, like the latest soup curry shop.
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Dec 17, 2020
Interplay Cafe and Deli
Interplay is a small cafe and deli near Maruyama Koen, and kinda in an inconvenient location, but they do the biggest, most delicious sandwiches in Sapporo.
Jun 30, 2020
Interplay Cafe and Deli
Interplay is a small cafe and deli near Maruyama Koen, and kinda in an inconvenient location, but they do the biggest, most delicious sandwiches in Sapporo.
Feb 21, 2020
Tax Return in Japan
Filing a tax return in Japan is compulsory if you are self-employed in Japan. This article gives you simple instructions on filing your tax return.
May 16, 2019
The Importance of Blood Type in Japan
Do you know your blood type? Well, if you are visiting or living in Japan, you should. Knowing one’s blood type is common in Japan and the Japanese are very curious to know yours.
May 08, 2019
What are Japanese Weddings like?
While Japanese people celebrate weddings with their own unique traditions, some wedding ceremonies and receptions blend in a few fashionable aspects from western custom.
May 05, 2019
Beginning the New Reiwa Era With a 10 day Golden Week Holiday
Reiwa begins! Special guest Yumi joins the podcast again to talk about the special 10 day Golden Week holiday. The Reiwa era begins on May 1.
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Apr 24, 2019
The Truth About Fitness and the Mindset of Japanese Women
Special guest Yumi talks about fitness on the podcast to give the guys a new perspective on life in Japan. Our podcasters learn about the growing exercise .....
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Apr 24, 2019
Beer, Sake, Shochu, Sleep......Repeat!
Beer, Sake, Shochu, Sleep.......Repeat! Drinking is such a big part of Japanese life. The Voices in Japan Podcast talk about the drinking culture in Japan.
Mar 12, 2019
Voices in Japan podcast
Listen to the Voices in Japan Podcast and discover what Japan is REALLY like. Join Burke and Ben, as they share their personal experiences and opinions about living in Japan.
Oct 11, 2018
Brian Brew
Brian Brew is another one of those Irish bars in Sapporo, right downtown and easily accessible on foot. This is one of the better ones and they always
Oct 10, 2018
St John's Wood
Located bang smack in the middle of town, at the main Susukino intersection, next to Macdonald's. St John's Wood is an Irish style pub open till late
Oct 03, 2018
Hobetsu Campsite
Hobetsu campsite is a pleasant little camp site about an hour away from Sapporo city, kind of in the middle of nowhere with not much nearby except an onsen
Sep 25, 2018
Best of Sapporo: The Sapporo Science Center
In this post I've decided to tell you about the incredible Sapporo Science Center which can be a top day out for family and friends - or simply those of you who are interested in all-things scientific!
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Sep 20, 2018
Ajito Yakitori
This little restaurant is a really cool place specializing in yakitori (grilled meat on sticks). You don't get your usual yakitori but more of a fancy
Aug 13, 2018
Manee Thai
Manee Thai is definitely the best Thai restaurant in Sapporo, Japan. Real Thai cooks and staff. I've been to pretty much every Thai restaurant in Sapporo
Aug 11, 2018
La Giostra Italian Bar
In my humble opinion, La Giostra is one of the best Italian bars in Sapporo Japan. The wine selection is awesome, the food is delicious, and the owner
Jul 17, 2018
Chicken Wings at Tebaya
Tebaya (手羽家) is one of the best chicken wing restaurants in Sapporo Japan. Most of their food is mainly fried and very reasonably priced. There are a couple
Jun 11, 2018
Join Sapporo American Sushi Bar
Do you like American style sushi? You know, the sushi rolls with avocado, cream cheese, cucumber and a tiny bit of fish all rolled into one, that everyone
May 15, 2018
Kirin Gyoza Bar
Kirin gyoza (dumplings) bar is one of the best gyoza bars I have been to in Sapporo Japan. It's small and cozy and has a rustic, feels like you are eating
Apr 16, 2018
Hina Chan Hiroshima Syle Okonomiyaki
Hina Chan is a Hiroshima Style Okonomiyaki Restaurant in Sapporo Japan. Okonomiyaki is a kind of pancake with vegetables (mainly diced up cabbage and onions)
Mar 18, 2018
Okinawa restaurant Mensore
Mensore or if you want the full name which is Okinawa Kitchen Mensore (沖縄厨房めんそーれ) is, in my humble opinion, the best restaurant in Sapporo Japan for Okinawan
Mar 13, 2018
Bistecca meat bar
Bistecca meat bar has some of the best quality meat you can get in Sapporo. It's off the beaten track so you won't be able to find it on the usual Trip
Mar 07, 2018
Moon and Sun Brewing
Craft Beer of all kinds at this awesome joint. This bar/restaurant is always my first choice when I wanna drink good, craft beer, but most of the time
Feb 26, 2018
Bar LOCOTONTE
Weekday---BAR STYLE//NO Cover charge!Pay as you order.... FRI.&SAT.---CLUB STYLE//DANCE HALL Susukino kaikann BLD.4F South7 West4 Chuuouku Sapporo BAR
Jun 22, 2017
Elska Italian Restaurant
Shit man! I was impressed with Elska. This little Italian (with a Japanese twist) restaurant is so unassuming and then when the food comes out, BAM! Just
Jun 06, 2017
Sapporo Bone meat shop
Check out Sapporo Bone for lots of meat. What I like about this place is that there is local Hokkaido meats on the menu, which is a little bit pricier
Feb 06, 2017
Shabu shabu Onyasai
Onyasai 温野菜 is your bog standard shabu shabu chain restaurant. Shabu shabu is when you dip uncooked strips of meat (pork or beef) and dip them into a large
Dec 21, 2016
Royal Century Hotel Sky restaurant Rondo
My friend recommended The Sky restaurant Rondo on the 23rd floor of the Royal Century Hotel for a romantic dinner such as a special birthday or anniversary.
Sep 29, 2016
Day trip onsen at Honoka
Honoka onsen is a chain of super onsens. There are about seven establishments scattered around Sapporo. Check out their website at the bottom of this article
Jul 13, 2016
Sapporo Craft Beer Festival
This festival is awesome! Craft beer is going through a boom in Japan and rightly so. There are some craft beer bars around Sapporo but usually the prices
May 12, 2016
Hinode Honpo
Hinode Honpo is a fun Japanese style restaurant where lots of young people go. The food is cheap and cheerful and you can get a course or all-you-can-eat
Mar 07, 2016
Soup Curry King
Soup Curry King has jumped into my list of favorite soup curry restaurants. I had been here a long time ago but had forgotten how good this place was.
Feb 26, 2016
Sushi Bar (すし Bar)
Don't be fooled by the name. They have sushi here but it's definitely not a sushi bar in the traditional sense. They have all sorts of food here such as
Feb 19, 2016
Mugishutei
Mugishu-Tei, which translates to Beer-Joint in Japanese, is celebrating its 36th anniversary this year of being the hub for beer geeks around the world.
Feb 19, 2016
Chinese Shabu Shabu
This shabu shabu restaurant is bit different your run of the mill Japanese shabu shabu establishment. Shabu shabu, for those who don't know, is where you
Jan 06, 2016
Hakatatetsunabe Izakaya
Hakatatetsunabe Izakaya is famous for their mini gyoza (pan fried dumplings) and motsunabe (pork guts hot pot). Yeah, pork guts doesn't sound that appealing
Jan 05, 2016
North Island Beer Bar
North Island Beer Bar in Sapporo is one of the best places for craft beers. They brew their own, which makes them even tastier and rare. They are a bit
Sep 18, 2015
Bird Watching French Yakitori
Bird Watching is a fairly new place that opened up around 2013/2014. I stumbled across it when walking past Norebesa one night. It is on the ground floor
Jul 06, 2015
Ramen Sora
I like ramen Sora. I've had it recommended by friends for ages. It is good and really easy to find (the main branch). It's right next to Tanukijoi 5. What
Feb 10, 2015
Bier Keller Sapporo Kaitakushi (Sapporo Factory)
The ジンギスカン king is back!! I had a friend visiting from Kanto and he loves Jinghis Khan, so out of the 4 days he was here we went out for it 3 times! As
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Nov 07, 2014
Meat on sticks at Colombia
Colombia or コロンビア (katakana Japanese) is a wicked little yakitori (meat on sticks) restaurant bang smack in the centre of town, about a 30 second walk
Oct 04, 2014
Sama
They have a few restaurants dotted around Sapporo, but my nearest one is at the back of Maruyama Koen in the Miyanomori area. I love the coconut soup with
Sep 19, 2014
Oysters at Lungo Carnival
Lungo Carnival is a sweet place for oysters and seafood located in Odori, about a five minute walk from Odori station. Big juicy oysters, raw, grilled
Sep 11, 2014
Precious Hall
Precious Hall is well known around the world as having one of the best sound systems in any club in Japan. This night club is the best place to come for
Aug 18, 2014
Chicken Wing restaurant
I love chicken wings and Meishibokami is one of the best chicken wing restaurants in Sapporo Japan. Deep fried chicken wings for 30 yen each! Yep, 30
Aug 15, 2014
Zero Ramen
Awesome ramen shop in the centre of town. Located in Tanukikoji 1 chome between Odori and Susukino. Get the special miso as it comes with a huge piece
Aug 04, 2014
lavi lavi was splendid!
Loved this place! 30/50 on spiciness was perfect and quite spicy. Just put your name down at the door and wait a few minutes for a table.
