MEDICINEMAN
Chūō, Sapporo
Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
A Tabelog 100 Curry EAST fixture since 2019, this 23-seat Chūō Ward soup curry shop pairs award-level execution with a JPY 1,000-1,999 price point and a no-reservations, cash-only format. Open since 2001, it delivers consistent quality without the wait times or premium pricing of Sapporo's higher-profile soup curry names. Walk-in only; closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
About MEDICINEMAN
MEDICINEMAN in Sapporo is a casual venue with a price range of JPY 1,000-1,999. Its hours include lunch and evening service on Monday, Thursday, Friday, continuous service on Saturday and Sunday, closures on Tuesday and Wednesday.
The schedule is straightforward: Monday, Thursday, Friday run 11:30 AM-3 PM and 5-9 PM; Saturday and Sunday run 11:30 AM-8:30 PM; Tuesday and Wednesday are closed. Beyond the price range, hours, casual dress code, recognition listed below, specific details such as seating layout, payment methods, reservation policy, parking, dishes, service format are not available.
What the Awards Signal
MEDICINEMAN is listed in the Tabelog 100 Curry EAST 2024 selection. That recognition can help frame expectations, but it should not be stretched into claims about earlier years, rankings, scores, or a multi-year streak unless those details are also stated.
Format and Value
At JPY 1,000-1,999, MEDICINEMAN sits in an accessible everyday price band for Sapporo dining. The casual dress code also suggests a low-formality visit rather than a formal special-occasion setting.
Because specific menu items, seating, payment rules, reservation availability, location details beyond Sapporo are not available, the safest way to plan is around the basics: price, hours, city, casual style.
When to Go
Timing depends mainly on the published schedule. Monday, Thursday, Friday offer lunch hours from 11:30 AM-3 PM and evening hours from 5-9 PM. Saturday and Sunday are open continuously from 11:30 AM-8:30 PM. Tuesday and Wednesday are closed.
For a simple, casual meal in Sapporo within the JPY 1,000-1,999 range, MEDICINEMAN is easy to understand. For anything more specific, such as reservations, wait times, seating, payment, or particular dishes, confirm directly before going.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒064-0912 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 12 Jonishi, 10 Chome−1−18 1F
- Website
- instagram.com/medicineman1103
- Phone
- +81 11-552-5456
Venue details
Ambiance
A compact, cozy room with counter seats and tightly packed tables, creating a casual, lively atmosphere where conversations and kitchen sounds blend together.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
Soup curry
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒064-0912 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 12 Jonishi, 10 Chome−1−18 1F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Go Maru Do, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Nishitonden Dori Soup Curry Honpo, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown
- Menya 169, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Ramen Mokuyoubi, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Nukumi, Crab, Crab
Restaurant context
At JPY 1,000-1,999 for both lunch and dinner, MEDICINEMAN undercuts Nishitonden Dori Soup Curry Honpo (JPY 2,000-2,999) while holding the same Tabelog 100 recognition, making it the better value if ambiance and service polish aren't priorities. Go Maru Do matches MEDICINEMAN's price range (JPY 1,000-1,999) and also appears in Sapporo's soup curry conversation, but MEDICINEMAN's six consecutive Tabelog 100 selections (2019-2024) give it a clearer track record. Both operate no-reservations formats, so walk-in timing matters equally at either venue.
For diners seeking the lowest possible spend in Sapporo's award-winning category, Menya 169 and Ramen Mokuyoubi (both under JPY 999) deliver strong ramen execution in a faster, more casual format, though neither competes directly in the soup curry space. If you're willing to shift categories entirely, Nukumi offers Hokkaido crab in a different price tier and occasion context, higher cost, more formality, reservations required. For travelers prioritizing soup curry specifically, MEDICINEMAN and Nishitonden Dori are the two Tabelog 100 names worth comparing; choose MEDICINEMAN if price matters more than room ambiance, Nishitonden Dori if you prefer a slightly elevated setting and can absorb the higher check.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at MEDICINEMAN?
Both lunch and evening hours are listed on Monday, Thursday, Friday: 11:30 AM-3 PM and 5-9 PM. Saturday and Sunday run continuously from 11:30 AM-8:30 PM. Pricing is JPY 1,000-1,999, but wait times and pacing are not available.
What are alternatives to MEDICINEMAN in Sapporo?
Other named venues that may be considered in the broader Pearl guide context include Go Maru Do, Nishitonden Dori Soup Curry Honpo, Menya 169, Ramen Mokuyoubi, Nukumi. Specific comparisons on price, distance, reservations, or menu are not available.
Is MEDICINEMAN worth the price?
MEDICINEMAN’s price range is JPY 1,000-1,999. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 Curry EAST 2024 selection, which supports considering it if you want a casual Sapporo meal in that price band.
Is MEDICINEMAN good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, the price range is JPY 1,000-1,999. Details such as private rooms, seating layout, reservations, or special-occasion service are not available, so it is safest to treat MEDICINEMAN as a casual option.
What should I order at MEDICINEMAN?
How far ahead should I book MEDICINEMAN?
Reservation availability is not available. Plan around the opening hours: Monday, Thursday, Friday 11:30 AM-3 PM and 5-9 PM; Saturday and Sunday 11:30 AM-8:30 PM; closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
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