Sushi in Susukino! 19 picks to fully enjoy flavors unique to Hokkaido, a treasure trove of kaisen (seafood) gourmet food

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Sushi no Kura is a hidden gem located on the first basement floor of a building, a 4-minute walk from Susukino Station. Here, you can enjoy creative sushi crafted by an owner-chef with a strong passion for sushi.

The interior is said to be a stylish and relaxed space with the feel of a bar. It is by reservation only, with just 4 counter seats.

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They offer only the Omakase course, and the price changes with the season. They use fresh seafood sourced from markets around Japan. They also adjust the temperature of the shari (sushi rice) depending on the topping.

The photo shows their signature ika (squid), which is seared with a soldering iron and lets you enjoy different textures in different parts.

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The menu includes not only sushi but also a wide range of appetizers that will impress sake lovers. Each one is said to be creative and delicious.

The photo shows the "tachi soup," made with soft roe from cod milt. It is a popular specialty that draws diners from all over Japan, and the soft roe is said to be lightly warm and creamy.

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Sushidokoro Ichii is a sushi restaurant where you can enjoy seasonal seafood caught in Hokkaido. It is located in a building along Miyako-dori, a 3-minute walk from Susukino Station.

The interior is a small space with counter seats and 10 table seats. They say you can enjoy sushi in a homey atmosphere.

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The sushi, made with fresh neta (toppings for sushi) and shaped by an experienced taisho (head chef), is said to be good across the board. If you sit at the counter, you can enjoy your sushi while watching the chef’s skilled work.

The restaurant seems to be popular for its two course options, both of which include sushi and a range of a la carte dishes. Each course also comes with the 7 pieces of nigiri sushi shown in the photo.

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The a la carte dishes included in the course are varied, with simmered dishes and sunomono (vinegared dishes), among others. The selection changes depending on what is available that day, but everything is tasty, and you may even come across some rare ingredients.

The drink list is also extensive, centered on local sake from Hokkaido and shochu, along with plenty of options that pair well with sushi. Because it is popular, making a reservation is recommended.

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Chokotto Zushi Bettei is a sushi restaurant located on the basement level of a building along Ginza-dori, a 2-minute walk from Susukino Station. Here you can enjoy authentic sushi built around the theme of Hokkaido x Okinawa.

The stylish and calm interior is compact, with only 11 seats in total, including counter seats and Semi-private room seating.

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The sushi served here combines ingredients and cooking methods from Hokkaido and Okinawa. Each piece is seasoned so you can enjoy it without soy sauce, and they are all said to taste great.

One standout feature is their strong focus on the freshness and quality of the maguro (tuna). With each bite, a refined umami is said to spread across the palate.

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They also offer several kaiseki (traditional multi-course Japanese meal) courses, so you can enjoy a wide range of à la carte dishes as well. It depends on the course, but you can enjoy 10〜12 pieces of sushi.

The à la carte dishes are also carefully prepared, and all of them are said to be delicious. You can add All you can drink as well. Because it is popular, making a reservation is recommended.

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Sushi and a la carte dishes made with Special ingredients from Hokkaido are served as courses at “Sushi Tenchijin.” It is located on the basement first floor of a building along Tsukisamu-dori, a 2-minute walk from Susukino Station.

The interior is said to be a refined, luxurious space. It is by reservation only, with only 8 counter seats in total.

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The only course available is the Omakase course, and the start time is fixed.

The sushi toppings are said to be fresh, and the sushi rice, made with akazu (red vinegar), is shaped just right, making every piece tasty. From every seat, you can enjoy the live feel of watching the chef's skilled work while savoring the sushi.

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The photo shows the restaurant's signature shime-saba no bo-zushi (pressed sushi topped with cured mackerel), a specialty that highlights the owner's skill. It is topped with mackerel cured in vinegar. The fish is thick and satisfying to eat, and is said to be excellent.

The course also includes a variety of a la carte dishes made with fresh seafood. Each one is delicately seasoned, letting you fully enjoy the rich flavor of the seafood.

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Nidaime Tatsuyoshi Tanukikoji Ten is a sushi restaurant on Nishi 3-chome Street, a 3-minute walk from Susukino Station.

The interior has a calm Japanese modern feel. The 1st floor has a casual standing counter, while the 2nd and 3rd floors offer table seating and Semi-private room seating that work well for groups.

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The sushi uses only Special fresh toppings unique to Hokkaido. The shari (vinegared sushi rice) made with red vinegar is on the smaller side, and everything is so fresh and tasty that you could keep eating piece after piece.

On the 1st floor, you can enjoy sushi and otsumami (small dishes to go with drinks), while on the 2nd and 3rd floors, you can enjoy courses that include sushi and a variety of other à la carte dishes.

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They offer several different courses with different prices and contents. They are known for being very filling, but the sushi is so good that some people even eat more sushi on the first floor before heading home.

The photo shows part of the most popular Hana Course. It is a slightly luxurious course where you can also enjoy crab sashimi and Wagyu tempura.

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Sushi Watanabe Sapporo Ten serves sushi and a la carte dishes made with Special ingredients from Hokkaido in course meals.

The calm interior is a compact space with only counter seats and 2 Private rooms. It is on the 6th floor of a building along Sapporo Ekimae-dori, a 4-minute walk from Susukino Station.

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What sets it apart is the care that goes not only into the neta (sushi toppings) but also into the shari (sushi rice). They use a blend of new and aged Yumepirika rice from Hokkaido, then season it with a blended vinegar of akazu (red vinegar) and junmai-su (pure rice vinegar), plus coarse salt and sugar.

The counter seats are appealing not only because you can watch the chefs at work, but also because you can enjoy nigiri made right in front of you.

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They serve only an Omakase course that lets you fully enjoy ingredients from Hokkaido. A unique touch is the welcome drink of Hokkaido milk.

Every piece of sushi is said to be delicious, but the uni (sea urchin) in particular is famous for being outstanding. The à la carte dishes are also varied and tasty, and they pair well with drinks.

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Sapporo Sushi Yokota, created by a famous restaurant well known for tempura. You can enjoy sushi and tempura made with Special seasonal ingredients from each of the four seasons.

The interior is a calm Japanese-style space, with counter seats and Private room. It is on the 6th floor of a building along Nishi 3-chome-dori, a 3-minute walk from Hosui-Susukino Station.

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They offer several kaiseki courses featuring both sushi and tempura for both lunch and dinner. You can choose based on your budget and what is included.

The owner, a sushi chef, sources seafood from all over Japan and serves it at its best, so the toppings are said to be fresh and tasty. At the counter seats, you can enjoy sushi right after it is made.

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The "Ebi to Kani no Tenmaki" in the photo is perfect for people who want to enjoy a mix of sushi and tempura. It is included in the evening "Premium" kaiseki (traditional multi-course) course.

The other à la carte dishes are all said to be delicious too, and the whole course is known for being filling and highly satisfying. It also goes well with drinks.

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Sushidokoro Ryubin is located in a building along Ginza-dori, a 5-minute walk from Susukino Station. It serves sushi made with seasonal ingredients unique to Hokkaido that are sourced every day.

In addition to counter seating, the restaurant also has 3 Private rooms with Sunken kotatsu seating. The atmosphere is said to be homey and comfortable.

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One of the draws of the counter seats is that you can choose your favorite toppings yourself from the display case set right in front of you. You can also enjoy watching the chefs at work.

For the toppings, they use the seafood that is at its best each season. They also use a special vinegar blended with kombu kelp powder so you can taste the flavor of Hokkaido even in the shari (sushi rice).

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They offer courses both at lunch and dinner. Along with sushi, the courses also include a la carte dishes that let you enjoy fresh seafood from Hokkaido.

If you want to enjoy sushi casually, lunch is the perfect time to visit. You can get the good value "Special Omakase Nigiri 10-Piece Set," which comes with 10 pieces of the chef's recommended sushi and soup.

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Sushiya no Saito Sapporo Honten is a sushi restaurant located along Sapporo Ekimae-dori, a 4-minute walk from Susukino Station. You can enjoy sushi made with seasonal seafood from Hokkaido, sourced from fisheries companies and wholesale markets.

The purely Japanese-style interior includes counter seats, table seats, and Private room seating. It's said to be very comfortable.

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The "Omakase course" is a popular course where you can enjoy sushi and a la carte dishes. There are two types, "Kiwami" and "Miyabi," so you can choose based on your budget and preferred content.

They use shari (sushi rice) cooked in a hagama (traditional iron pot). The way each piece is formed is just right, and the balance with the fresh toppings is excellent, making every piece of sushi delicious.

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Even with the A la carte dishes, you can fully enjoy fresh Hokkaido seafood. The counter seats are appealing because you can dine while watching the chefs' skilled techniques.

For those who want to casually enjoy just sushi, the recommended choice is the "Okimari Nigiri" set, which you can choose based on the number of pieces. Of course, A la carte orders are also available.

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Sushi Shikura is located on the first basement floor of a building right by Exit 2 of Susukino Station. In a calm space with a Japanese feel and the atmosphere of a bar, you can enjoy sushi and à la carte dishes made with seasonal ingredients as a course.

There are only 8 seats, all at a glossy copper counter. It is best to make a reservation before visiting.

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They offer two options, the "Shikura Course" and the "Shikura Premium Course." Both let you fully enjoy fresh ingredients.

A nice point is that you can enjoy freshly made sushi from any seat. Every topping is fresh, and they say the balance with the shari (sushi rice) made with red vinegar is outstanding.

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The uni (sea urchin) is available with either course. It is served as hand rolled sushi passed directly to you. The rich and creamy uni goes perfectly with the lightly toasted nori (seaweed), and it is said to be very delicious.

The selection changes with the season, but the a la carte dishes are also said to be carefully made and tasty across the board. They also pair well with drinks, apparently.

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Sankai no Hana is on the 8th floor of a building along Susukino 5-jo Maple Street, just a 2-minute walk from Susukino Station. You can casually enjoy seafood from the three seas surrounding Hokkaido in sushi and a la carte dishes.

The interior has a calm space with a classic Japanese feel. It has counter seats, table seats, and Private room.

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One thing that sets this place apart is that it serves seafood from the fish tank while it is still lively and fresh. You can order sushi from a single piece, so it is easy to enjoy a wide range of varieties. Every topping is fresh and tasty, and it apparently pairs well with drinks.

They also offer courses that include sushi and a wide range of a la carte dishes. You can fully enjoy the bounty of the sea.

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The photo shows the good value “To finish sushi” available only after 21:00. It is a set of 5 pieces of sushi and ara-jiru (fish bone soup), and one of its best points is that you can choose any 5 from more than 10 kinds of toppings.

It is said to be popular with people who want a little bite after a Banquet. During the same hours, you can also order All you can drink on its own.

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Sushi no Hishida serves sushi made with seasonal fish, mainly from Hokkaido. It is located in a building along Minami 6-jo Dori, about a 5-minute walk from Hosui-Susukino Station.

The calm interior with a refined Japanese feel has counter seats that are easy to use even when dining alone, as well as Private room where you can enjoy your meal in a private setting.

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They offer a variety of courses where you can enjoy sushi and a la carte dishes. Some courses also come with All you can drink. For those who want to eat more sushi, the three "Taisho Omakase courses" are recommended.

The counter seats, set right in front of the display case of neta (sushi toppings), are appealing because you can also watch the chefs' skilled technique.

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You can also order à la carte. The popular "Taisho Omakase Nigiri" lets you casually enjoy 12 pieces Special selected by the taisho (head chef). Every piece of sushi is said to feature fresh toppings with a satisfying bite, and the size of the shari (sushi rice) and the way it is formed are just right.

They also offer a wide range of dishes besides sushi, and all of them have a good reputation for taste.

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Sushi Kyu offers sushi made with Special seafood selected not only from Hokkaido but from all over Japan. It is located just a short walk from Hosui Susukino Station, along Susukino 5-jo Maple Street.

The interior is said to be a calm Japanese modern space. It is fully equipped with counter seats, table seats, and fully private rooms.

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They use fresh seafood delivered directly every day from contracted fishermen. The sushi is said to have thick cuts of topping, with red vinegar rice sized just right, and every piece is excellent.

They offer four kinds of courses that include sushi and a assortment of a la carte dishes. Everything is said to be delicious and very filling.

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They also offer a wide selection of à la carte dishes. The "Omakase sushi," where you can enjoy Special toppings chosen by the head chef, is perfect for people who want to focus on sushi while also enjoying their favorite chinmi (delicacies) and drinks.

At the counter seats, where they serve each piece right after it is made, you can also watch the skilled craftsmanship of the seasoned chefs right in front of you.

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A 3-minute walk from Hosui-Susukino Station, Kani Zushi Kato Sapporo Ten is a long-established sushi restaurant run directly by a crab wholesaler, located inside the Tanukikoji Shopping Street and marked by its large crab sign.

You can casually enjoy sushi made with fresh seafood here. The calm interior has a modern Japanese feel, and there are counter seats and Private room seating.

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As a direct operated crab wholesaler, it serves high quality, carefully selected crab. Of course, the other sushi toppings are also said to be fresh, thick cut, and tasty. You can enjoy them in a course or A la carte. The photo shows tarabagani (king crab).

The counter seats are appealing because you can enjoy sushi freshly made, with each piece carefully shaped one by one.

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If you want to enjoy sushi casually, a lunchtime visit is recommended. They offer good value set menus that come with chawanmushi (savory egg custard steamed with dashi and ingredients) and soup.

Rice bowl dishes are also popular, including the "Kaisen-don (seafood Rice bowl)," which is topped with plenty of seafood over vinegared rice. Every option is said to be a great value and leave you satisfied.

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Sushi Ryu serves sushi and a la carte dishes made with fresh seafood from Hokkaido in course meals. It is on the first floor of a building along Shinjuku-dori, a 3-minute walk from Susukino Station.

The interior has a clean and calm atmosphere. It has counter seating and 4 Private rooms.

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The restaurant offers a wide range of courses, from casual to luxurious. Some courses also come with All you can drink.

The sushi, made with fresh seafood purchased directly every day from Sapporo Central Wholesale Market, is said to be excellent across the board. The photo shows a sushi assortment served To finish in the most popular "Premium Sushiryu Course."

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Every a la carte dish also has a great reputation. The contents vary depending on the course and what is available that day, but they include sashimi, grilled dishes, fried dishes, and assorted delicacies.

In particular, the simmered seafood, rich with flavor, is said to be delicious, and it pairs perfectly with the wide selection of local sake.

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Just a 3-minute walk from Susukino Station, Sushidokoro Hinoki is located on the second floor of a building on Susukino 5-jo Maple Street. In its homey atmosphere, you can enjoy sushi made with fresh seasonal seafood from the northern seas.

The calm Japanese style interior has counter seating as well as table seating separated by roll-up curtains.

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They offer courses that include sushi and individual dishes. You can enjoy seasonal seafood and vegetables. There is also a wide a la carte selection, and a nice point is that you can order sushi from just 1 piece.

At the counter seats, you can choose the toppings you like from the display case right in front of you, and enjoy the chefs' craftsmanship while eating great sushi.

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The sushi is said to be fresh and delicious across the board. The photo shows the “Sushi assortment Hinoki,” where you can enjoy 12 pieces of Omakase Special nigiri. It is apparently served in two rounds. This is a great pick when you are not sure what toppings to choose.

The à la carte dishes are also all excellent, with nice creative touches, and they are said to pair perfectly with drinks.

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Sushidokoro Nishizuru Sanjo Ten is a place where you can casually enjoy authentic sushi and à la carte dishes made with fresh toppings shipped directly from the production region. It is a 3-minute walk from Susukino Station.

The interior has a calm atmosphere full of Japanese charm. There are counter seats and 7 Private rooms with Sunken kotatsu seating.

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They offer courses with sushi and a variety of a la carte dishes, as well as a la carte ordering. You can also add an All you can drink option that includes local sake that pairs well with the sushi.

The sushi is said to use exceptionally fresh toppings, with mildly seasoned shari (sushi rice) in a nicely balanced size. The photo shows anago (conger eel), which is said to pair perfectly with its light flesh and sweet sauce.

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It seems the lunchtime service, where you can casually enjoy sushi, is especially popular. They offer a wide range of good value set menus.

The photo shows the Nigiri <Matsu>, which lets you enjoy 10 pieces of nigiri sushi and 6 pieces of makizushi (rolled sushi). This filling set also comes with chawanmushi (savory egg custard steamed with dashi and ingredients), soba, and soup.

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Sushi Taira is a sushi restaurant on the 3rd floor of a building along Minami 6-jo Dori, a 4-minute walk from Susukino Station. In a chic, refined space with the feel of an elegant bar, you can enjoy sushi made with On-the-Day Special neta (toppings).

There are only 10 counter seats, and it often fills up, so making a reservation is recommended.

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Basically, they offer two types of Omakase courses, but they also have an à la carte option, so you can choose what works best for the occasion.

The sushi, made with red vinegar rice, is said to feature toppings with outstanding freshness across the board and consistently good flavor. Another plus is that every seat lets you enjoy the live atmosphere and have the nigiri served freshly made.

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They go to the market themselves to buy every ingredient they use. Not only the sushi but also the à la carte dishes are carefully prepared, and all of them are said to be unquestionably delicious.

The photo shows hotate (scallop) isobeyaki, with grilled scallop wrapped in nori (seaweed). They also have a wide selection of drinks that pair well with sushi, including wine and Japanese sake.

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Sushi Dokoro Fushimi serves sushi and a la carte dishes that let you enjoy flavors from every season. It is located on the first floor of a building along Shinjuku-dori, a 4-minute walk from Susukino Station.

The refined and calm interior has counter seats, table seats, and Private room seating. Guests can enjoy their meal at a relaxed pace.

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The shari (sushi rice) is a blend of three kinds of rice so it still tastes good even after some time has passed. It is said to be small and easy to eat. They also use different nori (seaweed) depending on the purpose.

Their carefully crafted sushi is said to be excellent across the board. If you sit at the counter, you can also enjoy watching the chef’s skills right in front of you.

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You can order from several course options or à la carte, but the courses seem to be the more popular choice. Along with sushi, you can enjoy simmered dishes, grilled dishes, crab, and more in a luxurious spread.

The contents vary depending on what is available that day, but every course is said to reflect the season, with excellent timing for each dish, making for a high level of Manzoku.