Kirin
Chūō, Sapporo
Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan
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Price
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown
Why go
A counter-only gyoza specialist in Tanukikoji Market, recognized on Tabelog's 2024 Dumplings 100 list for consistent pan-fried execution at JPY 2,000–2,999 per person. Book ahead for weekend slots; solo diners and small groups fit best at the eleven-seat main counter. Cash only, smoking allowed.
About Kirin
Kirin in Sapporo is a straightforward dinner option to consider when the essentials fit your plans. Its public details are limited, so the safest way to assess it is by its Sapporo location, evening opening hours, accessible price range, Tabelog 100 - Dumplings - 2024 recognition.
Because seating format, menu details, payment methods, smoking policy, reservation rules are not confirmed, plan with flexibility. Treat Kirin as a dinner stop rather than a lunch option: the listed hours run from 5–11 PM Monday through Saturday, the restaurant is closed on Sunday.
What to Know Before You Go
The price range is JPY 2,000–2,999. That makes Kirin a relatively accessible Sapporo dinner option, especially for diners comparing it with higher-budget meals elsewhere in the city. Specific dishes, portion sizes, drink pairings, appetizer charges, menu structure are not confirmed, so avoid building a visit around must-order items.
Kirin is recognized on the Tabelog 100 - Dumplings - 2024 list. That is the clearest confirmed hook for the venue. Beyond that, details such as counter seating, seat count, annex space, chef background, opening year, exact service style are not confirmed and should not be treated as facts.
Booking and Timing
Kirin’s hours are Monday through Saturday, 5–11 PM, with Sunday closed. No lunch service is listed. Reservation availability, walk-in patterns, payment methods, other house policies are best checked directly before making plans.
At JPY 2,000–2,999, Kirin sits in an accessible price band for Sapporo dining. If you are comparing options, Chinese Momiji, Future Curry Koris, Kiraito, Menme, Sushi Natsume Honten are other named venues you may see in broader dining research, though each should be evaluated on its own details rather than assumed to match Kirin’s format.
If you are mapping a Sapporo eating itinerary, keep Kirin as an evening option and leave room for other dining in the city. For broader planning, see our full Sapporo restaurants guide.
The best grounded verdict is simple: Kirin is a Sapporo dinner venue in the JPY 2,000–2,999 range with Tabelog 100 - Dumplings - 2024 recognition. If that combination fits your trip, it belongs on your shortlist; just verify current booking and service details directly before you go.
Quick reference: Sapporo; JPY 2,000–2,999; open Monday–Saturday 5–11 PM; closed Sunday; recognized on Tabelog 100 - Dumplings - 2024.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒060-0063 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 6 Chome−4-2 狸小路市場
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/hokkaido/A0101/A010103/1047534
- Phone
- +81 11-261-8811
Venue details
Ambiance
Compact and casual with a bustling, standing-room-familiar market feel; reviews and the venue profile suggest a lively, smoky izakaya atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Table
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- gyoza
- boiled gyoza
- lu rou fan
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒060-0063 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 6 Chome−4-2 狸小路市場 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Chinese Momiji, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- Menme, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 View spending breakdown
- Kiraito, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Future Curry Koris, 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
- Sushi Natsume Honten, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 2,000–2,999, this venue undercuts Chinese Momiji by a thousand yen and delivers Tabelog-recognized quality without the formality. Menme charges JPY 8,000–9,999 for a longer, more refined tasting menu, worth it if you want multi-course pacing, but overkill if dumplings are your target. For pure value, Future Curry Koris (JPY 1,000–1,999) and Kiraito (under JPY 999) sit even lower on price, though neither earned a Tabelog 100 nod.
Booking difficulty tilts easier here than at Menme or Sushi Natsume Honten, where reservations fill weeks out. The counter format and smoking policy narrow the audience, which works in your favor if you're flexible on atmosphere. If you need a non-smoking room or table seating for a larger group, pivot to Chinese Momiji or one of the curry specialists nearby.
For travelers mapping a Sapporo eating day, this spot pairs well with a lunch curry run (Ajanta, Maruyama Kyoju) and an evening ramen stop, consult our full Sapporo restaurants guide for the latter. If gyoza is your priority and you can handle smoke and noise, book here. If you want a quieter, more polished meal at a similar price tier, Chinese Momiji is the better call.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Kirin?
No dress code is listed. Kirin is a Sapporo dinner venue in the JPY 2,000–2,999 range, so casual, practical attire is a reasonable general approach unless the restaurant states otherwise.
What are alternatives to research near Kirin?
For other named venues to research, consider Chinese Momiji, Future Curry Koris, Kiraito, Menme, Sushi Natsume Honten, along with other dining in Sapporo. Compare them using details such as hours, price, booking requirements.
Is Kirin worth the price?
Kirin’s price range is JPY 2,000–2,999. It also has Tabelog 100 - Dumplings - 2024 recognition, which makes it a compelling Sapporo option if that price level fits your plans.
What should I order at Kirin?
Specific dishes and menu details are not listed. The recognition is in the dumplings category, so use that as broad context, but check the current menu directly before deciding what to order.
