Ni no Kura
Chūō, Sapporo
Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan
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Price
$100–150per person
Why go
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, and 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.
About Ni no Kura
Ni no Kura is a Sapporo venue with a price range of JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999. Key planning details include the city, the current price band, the listed opening hours, and its appearance on the Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 list.
The Tabelog Listing and Planning Notes
Ni no Kura appears in Tabelog's 2025 Sushi EAST selection. For details about the room, seating layout, chef, menu structure, sourcing, beverage program, and service format, check directly before booking.
For planning purposes, 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, and dietary accommodations should be checked with the venue.
How It Fits Into Sapporo's Premium Dining Landscape
Ni no Kura's Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 recognition makes it a notable Sapporo listing for diners comparing higher-end reservations. When comparing reservations, avoid assumptions about exact rankings, scores, earlier award years, seat counts, or technical comparisons.
If you're exploring our full Sapporo restaurants guide, Ni no Kura is best considered with attention to its 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 checked separately.
Booking, Timing, and What to Know Before You Go
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, and 8:30–10:30 PM; Saturday 12:30–2:30 PM, 6–8 PM, and 8:30–10:30 PM; Sunday 12:30–10:30 PM.
For reservation method, cancellation rules, late-arrival policy, party-size limits, dress code, fragrance policy, child policy, and private-room availability, check directly with Ni no Kura before making plans.
Quick reference: Ni no Kura, Sapporo, JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999, closed Wednesday, Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 listing.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒064-0803 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 22 Chome−2−7 第51 藤栄ビル 1F
- Website
- booking.teriyaki.me/ja/store-detail/62
- Phone
- +81 90-8900-0202
Venue details
Ambiance
An intimate six-seat counter in a quiet residential area near Maruyama Park, with a calm, understated setting that lets the focus stay on inventive sushi and interaction with the chef.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Omakase Bar
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Menu Format
- Omakase, Counter dining, Tasting menu
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Wine
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Opened
- 2020
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒064-0803 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 22 Chome−2−7 第51 藤栄ビル 1F
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒064-0803 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 3 Jonishi, 22 Chome−2−7 第51 藤栄ビル 1F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
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
Restaurant context
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.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Ni no Kura?
Book as early as practical and check availability directly with Ni no Kura. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 6–8 PM and 8:30–10:30 PM; Friday and Saturday 12:30–2:30 PM, 6–8 PM, and 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 should know that Ni no Kura is in Sapporo, the listed price range is JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999, and it appears on the Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 list. For seating, course length, menu format, chef, and house rules, check directly with the venue.
Is Ni no Kura worth the price?
Ni no Kura's 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 Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 listing is a useful signal; for exact dishes, service style, seat count, or beverage options, check with the venue.
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. Compare pricing, cuisine, format, location, and proximity separately when choosing.
What should I wear to Ni no Kura?
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, and Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 recognition match what you are looking for. For privacy, seating layout, party-size limits, and private-use options, check directly with the venue.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Ni no Kura?
If you are looking for a tasting-menu or omakase-only format, ask Ni no Kura directly. Key planning details include the JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999 price range, Sapporo location, listed hours, and Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 recognition.
