Kitaro Sumikawa honten
Minami, Sapporo
Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Dress
Casual
Why go
Sapporo soup curry in a 21-seat walk-in format, operating since 1985. Tabelog Curry EAST "Tabelog 100" honoree for 2019, 2020, 2023, 2024. Cash only, no reservations, JPY 1,000–1,999 per head. Best for weekday lunch; counter seating suits solo diners and pairs.
About Kitaro Sumikawa honten
At JPY 1,000–1,999, Kitaro Sumikawa honten is a casual venue in Sapporo. The price band is modest, the dress code is casual, the hours include midday service on Monday through Saturday, with evening service on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday. It is also listed in the 2024 Tabelog 100 Curry EAST recognition.
Hours and Visit Planning
Kitaro Sumikawa honten is open Monday and Tuesday from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM and 5:30–7:30 PM; Wednesday from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM; Thursday and Friday from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM and 5:30–7:30 PM; Saturday from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM; and closed on Sunday. Plan around the opening windows rather than assuming a particular service format.
The dress code is casual, which makes the venue easier to fit into a relaxed Sapporo dining day. For specifics such as seat count, table layout, parking, station access, children’s policies, queue patterns, check directly with the restaurant before going.
Price and Recognition
The spending range is JPY 1,000–1,999. That places Kitaro Sumikawa honten in an accessible price band for Sapporo, with midday hours and limited evening hours on certain days. The restaurant is also listed in the 2024 Tabelog 100 Curry EAST recognition.
If you are comparing other dining options, references include curry leaves, SOUP CURRY KING Honten, Sapporo Junren Sapporo ten, Garyu Menbu Hien, Mendokoro Maruha BEYOND. Treat those as broader comparisons rather than direct indicators of Kitaro Sumikawa honten’s menu, seating, or service style.
The verdict: consider Kitaro Sumikawa honten if you want a casual Sapporo venue in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range with weekday midday hours, some weekday evening hours, Saturday midday hours, a 2024 Tabelog 100 Curry EAST listing. Skip firm assumptions about reservations, payment methods, seating, takeout, delivery, dietary accommodations, or specific dishes unless you confirm them directly. For broader context on Sapporo's casual dining spread, consult our full Sapporo restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 4 Chome-2-1 Sumikawa 6 Jo, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 005-0006, Japan
- Website
- japoncompany.business/sapporo/541680--
- Phone
- +81 11-814-1203
Venue details
Ambiance
A compact, casual local spot with around twenty seats, counter and small tables, creating a simple, unpretentious atmosphere typical of Japanese neighborhood curry houses.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- oyster soup curry
- Hokkaido-style soup curry
Planning details
Location
4 Chome-2-1 Sumikawa 6 Jo, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 005-0006, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- curry leaves, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Sapporo Junren Sapporo ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- SOUP CURRY KING Honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Mendokoro Maruha BEYOND, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Garyu Menbu Hien, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
Restaurant context
Kitaro Sumikawa honten sits squarely in the JPY 1,000–1,999 soup-curry tier alongside curry leaves and SOUP CURRY KING Honten, all three carrying Tabelog recognition and similar walk-in, cash-only policies. The difference: Kitaro's 40-year tenure and tighter counter format deliver a more traditional, broth-focused experience, while curry leaves offers a slightly more polished room and SOUP CURRY KING leans into faster turnover with roomier table seating. If ease of access matters, Sapporo Junren Sapporo ten undercuts all three at under JPY 999 with quicker service and shorter waits, though the broth depth doesn't match.
For diners seeking value without sacrificing editorial credibility, Kitaro remains the safest bet: repeat Tabelog honors since 2019 signal consistent execution, the price-to-quality ratio stays honest. Mendokoro Maruha BEYOND runs a parallel queue in the same band but pivots to ramen, not curry, so cross-shop only if format flexibility matters more than category commitment. If you're willing to abandon the soup-curry category entirely, Garyu Menbu Hien offers tantanmen below JPY 999 with its own Tabelog nod, delivering faster service and spicier broth for a different kind of weekday lunch.
Bottom line: book Kitaro (or queue, since reservations don't exist here) if you want the most recognized soup-curry address at this price in Sapporo. Choose curry leaves if you prefer a slightly more contemporary room at the same cost. Pick Sapporo Junren if speed and budget trump pedigree. And if you can't secure a seat at any of these, Ajanta Indo Curry Ten pivots to Indian curry with its own loyal following, though the format and flavor profile shift entirely.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Kitaro Sumikawa honten?
For booking, check the restaurant’s official channels. The hours are Monday and Tuesday 11:30 AM–1:30 PM and 5:30–7:30 PM; Wednesday 11:30 AM–1:30 PM; Thursday and Friday 11:30 AM–1:30 PM and 5:30–7:30 PM; Saturday 11:30 AM–1:30 PM; and Sunday closed.
Does Kitaro Sumikawa honten handle dietary restrictions?
Is the tasting menu worth it at Kitaro Sumikawa honten?
The price range is JPY 1,000–1,999. For tasting-menu availability, specific menu formats, dishes, check directly with the restaurant.
Is Kitaro Sumikawa honten worth the price?
At JPY 1,000–1,999, Kitaro Sumikawa honten sits in a modest price band for Sapporo. The venue is also listed in the 2024 Tabelog 100 Curry EAST recognition.
What are alternatives to Kitaro Sumikawa honten in Sapporo?
Other venues to consider include Sapporo Junren Sapporo ten, SOUP CURRY KING Honten, Mendokoro Maruha BEYOND, Garyu Menbu Hien, curry leaves. Use them as general comparison points rather than assuming the same menu, price, or service format.
Is Kitaro Sumikawa honten good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, the price range is JPY 1,000–1,999. For private rooms, seating layout, reservations, payment methods, celebration services, confirm directly if planning a special occasion.
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