Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan
Ka~ru Ma~ru
110Pearl PointsShiroishi Counter

About Ka~ru Ma~ru
A 12-seat soup curry specialist in Sapporo's Shiroishi Ward, recognized twice on Tabelog's Curry EAST 100 list (2023, 2024). No reservations, cash-only, irregular hours make timing critical, but the JPY 1,000–1,999 price and broth clarity justify the queue for curry-focused diners.
Ka~ru Ma~ru is a Sapporo venue with a verified price range of JPY 1,000–1,999. Its listed hours vary by day: Monday and Friday run from 11 AM to 2:30 PM, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday run from 11 AM to 7 PM, Tuesday is closed. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 Curry EAST 2024 recognition, giving diners a confirmed point of reference without needing to rely on unverified claims about seating, reservations, service style, or specific dishes.
What the Verified Information Shows
The verified public information supports a simple, practical read: Ka~ru Ma~ru is a Sapporo venue in the JPY 1,000–1,999 price range with recognized standing in the 2024 Tabelog 100 Curry EAST list. Beyond that, specific claims about menu items, opening history, chef background, rankings, scores, payment methods, seating, or ordering format are not confirmed here and should not be treated as established facts.
Planning is best built around the confirmed schedule. Monday and Friday are shorter daytime services, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday extend to 7 PM, Tuesday is closed. With a JPY 1,000–1,999 range, the venue sits in an accessible price band for diners comparing casual meals in Sapporo.
How It Fits Among Comparable Dining Options
For travelers comparing options, Ka~ru Ma~ru can be considered alongside named peers such as Asian N Soup Curry Besu, Spice&mill, Magic Spice Sapporo honten, Ame wa, Yasashiku, Kuriya, while keeping in mind that specific differences in menu, format, pricing, service are not verified here. Other dining rooms may also be relevant depending on schedule and budget.
For those building a Sapporo restaurants short list, Ka~ru Ma~ru’s clearest verified strengths are straightforward: Sapporo location, JPY 1,000–1,999 pricing, defined weekly hours, inclusion in the Tabelog 100 Curry EAST 2024 list. If those points fit your itinerary, it is a reasonable candidate to consider.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ka~ru Ma~ru good for solo dining?
The verified information does not confirm seating layout or solo-dining setup. What is confirmed is that Ka~ru Ma~ru is in Sapporo, has a JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, operates on listed daytime-to-evening hours depending on the day.
What are alternatives to compare with Ka~ru Ma~ru?
Other named venues to compare include Asian N Soup Curry Besu, Spice&mill, Magic Spice Sapporo honten, Ame wa, Yasashiku, Kuriya. Specific differences in price, menu, format, or recognition are not verified here.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Ka~ru Ma~ru?
A tasting menu is not verified for Ka~ru Ma~ru. The confirmed details are its Sapporo location, JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, weekly hours, Tabelog 100 Curry EAST 2024 recognition.
Is Ka~ru Ma~ru worth the price?
At JPY 1,000–1,999, Ka~ru Ma~ru is in an accessible price range. Its inclusion in the Tabelog 100 Curry EAST 2024 list is a confirmed recognition point, but specific value judgments about dishes or service are not verified here.
Can I eat at the bar at Ka~ru Ma~ru?
Bar or counter seating is not verified. Check the venue directly or plan based on the confirmed hours: Monday and Friday 11 AM–2:30 PM; Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 11 AM–7 PM; Tuesday closed.
Is Ka~ru Ma~ru good for a special occasion?
The verified data does not confirm occasion-focused service, seating, reservations, or private dining. Ka~ru Ma~ru is best described here only by its confirmed Sapporo location, JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, listed hours, 2024 Tabelog 100 Curry EAST recognition.
Location
Japan, 〒003-0833 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Shiroishi Ward, Kitago 3 Jo, 4 Chome−11−1 田畑ビル 1階
Sapporo, Japan
Also Consider
- Asian N Soup Curry Besu, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Ame wa, Yasashiku, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Kuriya, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
- Spice&mill, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Magic Spice Sapporo honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Among Sapporo's soup curry field, Ka~ru Ma~ru trades convenience for credential. Asian N Soup Curry Besu and Spice&mill; both charge the same JPY 1,000–1,999 but lack formal recognition, acceptable for a casual bowl, less compelling if you're prioritizing the city's top-tier curry output. Magic Spice Sapporo honten offers a funkier, more experimental spice profile at the same price, worth cross-shopping if you prefer boldness over restraint. For budget-conscious diners, Ame wa, Yasashiku delivers volume under JPY 1,000, though refinement drops accordingly.
The no-reservations, cash-only format at Ka~ru Ma~ru creates friction that peers with more flexible systems avoid. If queuing doesn't suit your schedule, Spice&mill; or Asian N Soup Curry Besu provide easier access at the same price tier, though you sacrifice the Tabelog pedigree. Kuriya sits in a different conversation entirely, JPY 20,000+ kaiseki dining, but serves as useful context for diners weighing budget allocation across a multi-day Sapporo itinerary. For those chasing recognized curry craft at entry-level pricing, Ka~ru Ma~ru remains the clear recommendation despite operational constraints.
Counter seating and a family-friendly policy (kids' menu, strollers welcome) give Ka~ru Ma~ru broader appeal than some specialist shops, making it workable for solo travelers and small groups alike. The Tabelog recognition, two consecutive years, signals consistency rare in the casual curry segment. If your trip includes dedicated time for soup curry exploration and you can arrive off-peak, the effort/reward equation favors Ka~ru Ma~ru over less-vetted alternatives in the same price band.
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