Ni no Kura
Chūō, Sapporo
Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan
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Price
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
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, 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 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.
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
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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Compare Ni no Kura
| Venue | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Ni no Kura | JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 | Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 · #34 |
| [Curry Senmon Ten] Maruyama Kyoju. | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | No published awards |
| タカオ | No published awards | |
| MATALE Maruyama ten | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | No published awards |
| Yondai Kashin | - JPY 999 | No published awards |
| L’Espérance | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
