Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan

Isono Kazuo

Name: Isono Kazuo
Address: Japan, 〒064-0805 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 5 Jonishi, 5 Chome−21 No.2 No.3 Asahi Kanko Bldg., Sapporo, JP
Telephone: +81 11-520-5533

130Pearl Points

Midnight Ramen Counter

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About Isono Kazuo

A seven-seat ramen counter in Sapporo that runs 10 PM to 6 AM, recognized by Tabelog 100 (Ramen HOKKAIDO 2025, 2024) and priced under JPY 1,000. The late-night format and ingredient-driven bowls suit solo diners and shift workers willing to adapt their schedule. No reservations, cash only, BYO drinks — worth booking if you can commit to the clock.

Isono Kazuo in Sapporo is best understood through the few details that are verified: it is a very low-priced venue, listed at under JPY 1,000, with operating hours that begin late at night and continue past midnight on most service days. That makes timing the central planning issue. If you are hoping for a midday option, the verified hours do not support that. If you are looking for a late-night stop in Sapporo, the schedule is the main reason to keep it on your shortlist.

The Hours and the Price

The verified hours are specific and unusual: Monday 10 PM–12 AM; Tuesday through Saturday 12–6 AM and 10 PM–12 AM; and Sunday 12–6 AM. In practical terms, plan around late-night service rather than lunch or early dinner. The verified price tier is also clear: under JPY 1,000. Details such as seating count, reservation policy, payment method, menu structure, group suitability are not verified here, so they should be checked directly before you go.

Isono Kazuo is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - HOKKAIDO - 2025 recognition. Beyond that confirmed 2025 listing, this guide does not rely on unverified claims about additional award years, chef background, sourcing, founding date, or service style. The grounded appeal is simpler: a Sapporo venue with late-night hours, a sub-JPY 1,000 price listing, confirmed 2025 Tabelog 100 ramen recognition.

Positioning for Late-Night Dining

For late-night dining in Sapporo, Isono Kazuo stands out because its verified schedule runs into the early morning and its verified price remains below JPY 1,000. If you are comparing options, Higebozu, Menya Suzuran, Local Chinese Food Shifan, STEAK&HAMBURG HIGE Sapporo minami 5 jou honten, 〇鮨 may also appear in a broader dining search, but this page does not verify their hours, prices, formats, or suitability as direct substitutes. For other restaurants, compare current listings carefully and avoid assuming Isono Kazuo has lunch, reservations, a particular seating layout, or services not confirmed here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are alternatives to Isono Kazuo?

Other dining options you may compare include Higebozu, Menya Suzuran, Local Chinese Food Shifan, STEAK&HAMBURG HIGE Sapporo minami 5 jou honten, 〇鮨. This guide does not verify those venues as direct substitutes, so check current hours, format, pricing before choosing between them.

What should I wear to Isono Kazuo?

No dress code is verified here. Dress comfortably for a late-night visit in Sapporo and check current conditions before you go.

Can Isono Kazuo accommodate groups?

Group accommodation is not verified here. The confirmed information covers Sapporo location, late-night hours, price under JPY 1,000, a 2025 Tabelog 100 ramen listing; for party size or seating details, confirm directly with the venue.

Is Isono Kazuo good for solo dining?

Solo-dining suitability is not verified here. The late-night schedule and low price may make it convenient for some diners, but seating format and wait conditions should be checked directly.

Is lunch or dinner better at Isono Kazuo?

Lunch is not supported by the verified hours. The listed hours are Monday 10 PM–12 AM; Tuesday through Saturday 12–6 AM and 10 PM–12 AM; and Sunday 12–6 AM, so plan for late-night or early-morning service rather than lunch.

Is Isono Kazuo good for a special occasion?

Special-occasion suitability is not verified. Because the confirmed information points to late-night hours and a price under JPY 1,000, it is better to confirm seating, service style, availability directly before planning an occasion around it.

Is Isono Kazuo worth the price?

The verified price is under JPY 1,000, which makes it a low-cost option by the information available here. Whether it is worth it depends on whether the late-night hours fit your schedule.

Location

Japan, 〒064-0805 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 5 Jonishi, 5 Chome−21 No.2 No.3 Asahi Kanko Bldg.

Sapporo, Japan

Also Consider

STEAK&HAMBURG HIGE Sapporo minami 5 jou honten, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Higebozu, Notable alternative
Menya Suzuran, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
〇鮨, Notable alternative
Local Chinese Food Shifan, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999

At under JPY 1,000, this counter undercuts STEAK&HAMBURG; HIGE Sapporo minami 5 jou honten by half or more, but the trade is format: ramen only, seven seats, hours that start after most kitchens close. Menya Suzuran offers similar pricing in the JPY 1,000 range with daytime access and more flexible group seating, making it the better pick for families or anyone on a standard schedule. Higebozu is another late-night option, but lacks the Tabelog 100 recognition and ingredient focus that defines this counter's reputation.

If you're comparing against Local Chinese Food Shifan at JPY 4,000–JPY 5,999, the categories don't overlap, that's a multi-course Chinese dinner versus a single-bowl ramen stop. The real is Sapporo's late-night ramen tier, where this counter wins on price discipline and sourcing rigor but loses on accessibility. Book here if you can commit to the 10 PM–6 AM window and value ingredient-driven bowls over convenience. For everyone else, Menya Suzuran delivers similar quality on a schedule that doesn't require rearranging your day.