Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan

Ni no Kura

Name: Ni no Kura
Address: Japan, 〒064-0803 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 22 Chome−2−7 第51 藤栄ビル 1F, Sapporo, JP
Telephone: +81 90-8900-0202

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About Ni no Kura

Six-seat sushi counter in Sapporo's Maruyama neighborhood, recognized in Tabelog 100 Sushi EAST for 2022 and 2025. Reservation-only omakase focused on Hokkaido's seasonal fish, priced JPY 18,700–JPY 22,000. Fixed seatings at 12:30 PM, 6 PM, 8:30 PM with strict booking and cancellation policies. Expect technical precision and a quiet, focused format where the chef's pacing controls the meal.

Ni no Kura is a Sapporo venue with a verified price range of JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999. Publicly verified details are limited, so this guide focuses on what can be stated with confidence: the city, the current price band, the listed opening hours, its confirmed appearance on the Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 list.

The Verified Listing and What Is Not Confirmed

Ni no Kura appears in Tabelog's 2025 Sushi EAST selection, but specific details about the room, seating layout, chef, menu structure, sourcing, beverage program, service format are not verified here. Treat any more detailed description of the dining experience as unconfirmed unless you verify it directly before booking.

For planning purposes, the most reliable expectation is that Ni no Kura sits in a premium price band for Sapporo: JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999. Beyond that, details such as course length, individual dishes, drink pairings, dietary accommodations should be checked with the venue.

How It Fits Into Sapporo's Premium Dining Landscape

Ni no Kura's confirmed Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 recognition makes it a notable Sapporo listing for diners comparing higher-end reservations. The verified record does not support claims about exact rankings, scores, earlier award years, seat counts, or how it compares technically with other restaurants.

If you're exploring our full Sapporo restaurants guide, Ni no Kura is best considered with attention to its verified price range and hours. comparable venue names for comparison include L’Espérance, MATALE Maruyama ten, Yondai Kashin, [Curry Senmon Ten] Maruyama Kyoju. and タカオ, though specific differences in format, price, or location should be verified separately.

Booking, Timing, What to Know Before You Go

Verified hours are: Monday 6–8 PM and 8:30–10:30 PM; Tuesday 6–8 PM and 8:30–10:30 PM; Wednesday closed; Thursday 6–8 PM and 8:30–10:30 PM; Friday 12:30–2:30 PM, 6–8 PM, 8:30–10:30 PM; Saturday 12:30–2:30 PM, 6–8 PM, 8:30–10:30 PM; Sunday 12:30–10:30 PM.

Reservation method, cancellation rules, late-arrival policy, party-size limits, dress code, fragrance policy, child policy, private-room availability are not verified in the available data. Confirm these directly with Ni no Kura before making plans.

Getting there: the verified location information is Sapporo. Specific street address, neighborhood, station access, parking, nearby landmarks are not verified here.

Quick reference: Ni no Kura, Sapporo, JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999, closed Wednesday, verified Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 listing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far ahead should I book Ni no Kura?

Booking lead time and reservation method are not verified in the available data. Confirm availability directly with Ni no Kura. Verified hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 6–8 PM and 8:30–10:30 PM; Friday and Saturday 12:30–2:30 PM, 6–8 PM, 8:30–10:30 PM; Sunday 12:30–10:30 PM; and Wednesday closed.

What should a first-timer know about Ni no Kura?

First-timers can rely on a few verified basics: Ni no Kura is in Sapporo, the listed price range is JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999, it appears on the Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 list. Details such as seating, course length, menu format, chef, house rules are not verified here.

Is Ni no Kura worth the price?

Ni no Kura's verified price range is JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999. Whether it is worth that price depends on what you value in a premium Sapporo reservation. Its confirmed Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 listing is a useful signal, but this guide cannot verify exact dishes, service style, seat count, or beverage options.

What are alternatives to Ni no Kura?

For comparison, comparable venue names include L’Espérance, MATALE Maruyama ten, Yondai Kashin, [Curry Senmon Ten] Maruyama Kyoju. and タカオ, as well as other dining in Sapporo generally. Specific claims about their pricing, cuisine, format, location, or proximity to Ni no Kura should be verified separately.

What should I wear to Ni no Kura?

A specific dress code is not verified in the available data. If dress, fragrance, or other etiquette rules matter for your visit, confirm them directly with Ni no Kura before you go.

Is Ni no Kura good for a special occasion?

Ni no Kura may be considered for a special occasion if its Sapporo location, JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999 price range, Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 recognition match what you are looking for. Details such as privacy, seating layout, party-size limits, private-use options are not verified here.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Ni no Kura?

A tasting-menu or omakase-only format is not verified in the available data. The verified information is the JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999 price range, Sapporo location, listed hours, Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 recognition.

Location

Japan, 〒064-0803 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 22 Chome−2−7 第51 藤栄ビル 1F

Sapporo, Japan

Compare Ni no Kura

Worth the Price? Ni no Kura vs. Peers

Venue	Price
Ni no Kura	JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
[Curry Senmon Ten] Maruyama Kyoju.	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
タカオ
MATALE Maruyama ten	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Yondai Kashin	- JPY 999
L’Espérance

Side-by-side comparison to help you decide where to book.

Also Consider

[Curry Senmon Ten] Maruyama Kyoju. JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
タカオ, Notable alternative
MATALE Maruyama ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Yondai Kashin, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
L’Espérance, Notable alternative

At JPY 18,700–JPY 22,000 per head, Ni no Kura sits at the top of Sapporo's sushi pricing ladder, roughly ten times the cost of neighborhood curry counters like Curry Senmon Ten Maruyama Kyoju (JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999) or MATALE Maruyama ten (same range). Those spots serve fast, casual meals in the same neighborhood; Ni no Kura delivers a two-hour omakase with Tabelog recognition. The value proposition is entirely different: one is fuel, the other is a timed culinary experience.

Within Sapporo's fine-dining tier, Ni no Kura competes with L'Espérance (French, pricing unavailable but similar reservation difficulty) and タカオ (cuisine and pricing unlisted, but also reservation-focused). Ni no Kura's advantage is its Tabelog 100 Sushi EAST badge, which signals consistent technical execution and peer recognition. If you want omakase in Sapporo and are willing to book weeks ahead, this is the counter that justifies the effort. For easier access and lower spend, Yondai Kashin (under JPY 999) offers a more casual sushi option, though without the same seasonal sourcing depth.

If Ni no Kura is fully booked, L'Espérance offers a comparable price-tier experience in a different cuisine format. For travelers prioritizing spontaneity over accolades, the neighborhood's curry and bistro options deliver better walk-in odds, but none match Ni no Kura's sushi-specific reputation.