Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan

Date Okina

Name: Date Okina
Address: 239-3 Rogetsucho, Date, Hokkaido 052-0013, Japan, Sapporo, JP
Telephone: +81 142-21-2311

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About Date Okina

Tabelog Soba EAST 100 selection in a converted house 50 minutes south of Sapporo, offering handmade buckwheat noodles at JPY 1,000–1,999. Lunch-only service Tuesday–Sunday with no reservations—best for travelers exploring Hokkaido's southern coast or Lake Toya region rather than a standalone trip from the city.

Date Okina is a Sapporo venue with verified daytime hours and a modest listed price range. The confirmed operating window is 11:30 AM to 3 PM Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed, the verified budget is JPY 1,000–1,999. Date Okina is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Soba - EAST - 2025 selection, placing it within that confirmed 2025 soba recognition.

Beyond those basics, many of the practical details travelers often want, such as seating count, reservation policy, payment methods, exact menu items, access details, are not verified here. Treat Date Okina as a concise daytime-planning entry rather than a fully documented restaurant profile: the dependable facts are Sapporo, the listed hours, the listed price band, the confirmed 2025 Tabelog soba recognition.

What to Expect at the Table

The verified information supports a simple expectation: Date Okina is a Sapporo venue associated with confirmed soba recognition and open during a daytime window. The price range of JPY 1,000–1,999 suggests a relatively accessible meal by premium-guide standards, but specific dishes, portion sizes, ordering format, drinks, take-out, dietary accommodations are not confirmed in the available data.

Because the hours are limited to 11:30 AM–3 PM Tuesday through Sunday, plan around the verified daytime schedule rather than dinner. If you are building a day in Sapporo around Date Okina, check the current schedule before going, especially because Monday is listed as closed.

How It Fits Among Recognized Soba Venues

Date Okina’s strongest verified distinction is its inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Soba - EAST - 2025. That makes it relevant for diners specifically tracking recognized soba venues, while the JPY 1,000–1,999 price range keeps it approachable. Comparisons beyond that should stay cautious: exact service style, seating, reservations, payment, menu structure are not verified here.

For travelers comparing options, consider Date Okina as a Sapporo daytime stop with confirmed soba recognition rather than a venue with fully documented logistics. For a broader look at the city, consult our full Sapporo restaurants guide, or explore our full Sapporo hotels guide and our full Sapporo bars guide for accommodation and post-meal planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I order at Date Okina?

Specific menu items are not verified here. The confirmed information is that Date Okina is associated with Tabelog 100 - Soba - EAST - 2025, with a listed price range of JPY 1,000–1,999.

Does Date Okina handle dietary restrictions?

Dietary and allergy accommodations are not verified here. If you have restrictions, confirm directly with the restaurant before visiting.

Is Date Okina good for solo dining?

Solo-dining suitability, seating layout, service format are not verified here. The confirmed details are the Sapporo location, JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, hours from 11:30 AM to 3 PM Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed.

Is lunch or dinner better at Date Okina?

The verified hours are 11:30 AM–3 PM Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed. No dinner hours are verified here.

How far ahead should I book Date Okina?

Reservation availability is not verified here. Confirm directly with the restaurant before planning around a visit.

What should a first-timer know about Date Okina?

Plan around the verified hours: 11:30 AM–3 PM Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed. The verified price range is JPY 1,000–1,999, the confirmed recognition is Tabelog 100 - Soba - EAST - 2025.

Can I eat at the bar at Date Okina?

Bar seating and seating layout are not verified here. Confirm directly with the restaurant if a specific seating arrangement matters to your visit.

Location

239-3 Rogetsucho, Date, Hokkaido 052-0013, Japan

Sapporo, Japan

Compare Date Okina

Booking Options Near Date Okina

Venue	Price	Booking Difficulty
Date Okina	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999	Easy
Aji no Daiou Muroran honten	- JPY 999 - JPY 999	Unknown
Pizzeria		Unknown
Sushi Shoan Kogetsu		Unknown
TEPPANYAKI Windsor Out of Africa		Unknown
Chinese Cuisine La voûte		Unknown

Side-by-side comparison to help you decide where to book.

Also Consider

Aji no Daiou Muroran honten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
Pizzeria, Notable alternative
Sushi Shoan Kogetsu, Notable alternative
TEPPANYAKI Windsor Out of Africa, Notable alternative
Chinese Cuisine La voûte, Notable alternative

Date Okina sits at the value end of Hokkaido's Tabelog 100 soba tier, priced at JPY 1,000–1,999 versus the JPY 2,500+ you'll encounter at Sapporo's central specialists. The trade-off is location: this is a 50-minute train ride from Sapporo, which limits spontaneous visits but rewards diners who prioritize buckwheat quality over convenience. Aji no Daiou Muroran honten offers a similar rural-retreat format at an even lower price point (under JPY 999), though it lacks the Tabelog 100 credential and focuses on donburi rather than soba. If you're comparing within the soba category, Date Okina delivers better technical execution than most casual shops but requires more planning than urban alternatives.

Sushi Shoan Kogetsu and TEPPANYAKI Windsor Out of Africa cater to different occasions, high-end sushi and teppanyaki experiences that justify splurges for special-occasion dinners. Date Okina, by contrast, is a lunch-focused, single-category specialist: ideal for buckwheat purists or travelers building a regional itinerary around Lake Toya. Pizzeria and Chinese Cuisine La voûte offer more flexible dining windows and central Sapporo locations, making them easier to slot into tight schedules. For solo diners or couples who don't mind a rural detour, Date Okina's no-reservations, cash-only format feels refreshingly unpretentious; groups of four or more should arrive before noon on weekends to secure seating. If you're already visiting Lake Toya or exploring Hokkaido's southern coast, this is worth the stop; if you're based in Sapporo with limited time, prioritize closer options unless soba is a specific priority.