Hokkaido kaiten-zushi (conveyor belt sushi)! 10 popular spots by area with carefully selected toppings

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Nemuro Hanamaru JR Tower Stellar Place Ten is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant on the 6F of Sapporo Stellar Place Center, by the East JR Sapporo Station ticket gate.

You can enjoy sushi made with seafood caught in Nemuro, a fishing town in Hokkaido. The interior is bright and lively, with an atmosphere that makes it easy to visit even on your own.

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They Special select seasonal fish from each time of year and serve sushi made with seafood unique to the local area of Nemuro.

Without leaning too much into creative twists, they offer authentic flavors that make the most of the quality of the ingredients. The toppings and shari (sushi rice) are both generously sized, and people say the sushi is very satisfying to eat.

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If you are not sure what to order from the sushi menu, start with the "Nikaidate Nama Hotate (two-tier fresh scallop)".

It is known for its crisp bite that brings out the texture of the fibers, making it a dish you will not forget once you try it. The "Beni-zake Sujiko Shoyu-zuke (soy-marinated coho salmon roe)" is also recommended, aged for 2 days and nights to bring out the sweetness of the roe.

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Kaiten Zushi Toriton Toyohira Ten is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant about a 5-minute walk from Gakuenmae Station in Toyohira-ku, Sapporo, offering a wide variety of sushi made with carefully selected Hokkaido seafood.

The clean interior is always lively with lots of customers, creating a pleasant atmosphere where you can enjoy your meal.

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The toppings, praised for letting you enjoy the natural flavor of the ingredients, use seafood from Hokkaido.

Because they prepare each item on the spot before serving it, you can enjoy it at peak freshness. The generous size is a big draw, and the good balance between the topping and the shari (sushi rice) is also well regarded.

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The side menu items, including fried dishes, noodles, and desserts, are also said to be surprisingly high quality and very tasty.

Reviews say the "gesoage" of fried squid legs is also popular. It seems like an easy item to enjoy as a snack with drinks.

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Kurukuru Sushi, located in the underground Apia shopping area of JR Sapporo Station, is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant where you can enjoy sushi made with fresh seafood brought in from the market every morning.

In addition to counter seats that are easy to use for small groups, it also has box seats where groups can sit back and relax.

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The sushi toppings are large, and people praise them all for their fresh taste. They also offer a daily menu made with seasonal toppings.

It seems they carefully select ingredients not only from Hokkaido, but also from various production regions, such as wild madai (Sea Bream) from Ehime Prefecture and rich hon-maguro (bluefin tuna) from the North Atlantic.

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The popular dashi-yaki kani-tama (crab omelet with broth) is another dish you will definitely want to order. It is said to be very filling.

Inside the piping hot dashimaki tamago (Japanese rolled omelet), there is plenty of flaked taraba (red king crab) and zuwai (snow crab), making it so tasty that you will want to come back for it again.

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Kaiten Sushi Erimo Misaki Kikusui Motomachi Ten is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant in Shiroishi Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido, where you can enjoy sushi made with carefully selected ingredients, including very fresh neta (sushi toppings) that reflect each of the four seasons.

The restaurant has a homey atmosphere and is loved by locals as a place where they can dine without feeling self-conscious. It has both counter and table seating.

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The sushi made with seafood sourced directly from production regions pays careful attention not only to the toppings, but also to the rice, vinegar, and soy sauce.

The menu items made with nama honmaguro (fresh Pacific bluefin tuna) are especially recommended. They offer akami (lean tuna), chutoro (medium fatty tuna), and otoro (fatty tuna), all said to be fresh and high quality.

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In addition to A la carte sushi, they also offer a 3-piece assortment set and lunch sets.

The lunch sets in particular are popular because you can enjoy high-quality sushi at a good price. The toppings in this day's lunch set were also large and very satisfying. It is nice that it comes with soup.

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Kucchauzo is a kaiten-zushi (conveyor belt sushi) restaurant popular for its warm, old-school atmosphere, where you can enjoy a relaxed meal.

It is said to be a good pick for family visits or for times when you want to casually enjoy sushi. It is located along Atsubetsu-dori in Atsubetsu-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido.

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The sushi lineup ranges from casual options you can order easily to more luxurious choices, so you can enjoy it based on your budget and how hungry you are.

In addition to standard toppings, they also offer daily specials and limited-quantity toppings. You can enjoy seasonal seafood at its best.

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They source their seafood directly from the market, and the popular tuna and salmon are cut thick, making them nice and satisfying for kids.

In addition to sushi, they also offer side dishes such as soups and fried items, so you can enjoy the meal without getting bored.

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Waraku Otaru Ten, about a 15-minute walk from Otaru Station in Otaru, Hokkaido, is a kaiten-zushi (conveyor belt sushi) restaurant where you can enjoy sushi made by skilled chefs with carefully selected ingredients.

Sushi goes around on the lane, but you can also place a fresh order if you like. Inside, there are counter and table seats.

The toppings for the sushi are purchased from the Sapporo market every morning, and the chefs carefully shape each piece by hand.

Along with standard items available year round, they also offer seasonal nigiri (hand formed sushi) that lets you enjoy the best flavors of the season. Every topping is fresh, and people say the portions are satisfying enough to leave you Manzoku.

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They pay close attention not only to the toppings but also to the shari (sushi rice), using Special Sasanishiki rice.

They are said to be thorough even about details like when to cook the rice so they can shape the shari at just the right body temperature. The sushi vinegar is mildly sweet, giving it an authentic style of seasoning.

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Kitakitatei Chitose Ten is a popular kaiten-zushi (conveyor belt sushi) restaurant in Chitose loved by locals, where you can enjoy sushi made with carefully selected fresh toppings and shari (vinegared sushi rice).

People say you can casually enjoy high quality sushi in its lively and bright atmosphere. The restaurant is fully equipped with counter seats and box seats.

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The sushi uses seasonal toppings sourced from fishing towns across Hokkaido and the Sapporo Central Wholesale Market.

They also source Special ingredients such as shari (seasoned sushi rice) made with a blend of Hokkaido-grown Nanatsuboshi rice and soy sauce that brings out the sushi even more.

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If you visit at lunchtime on a weekday, the value lunch sets are also a great choice. One nice perk is that you can enjoy coffee and soup for free.

They also offer more indulgent set menus that come with tempura and noodles. They are also perfect for anyone who has trouble choosing sushi toppings.

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Kaiten Zushi Shunka is a recommended place in Hakodate, Hokkaido, when you want to enjoy good kaiten-zushi (conveyor belt sushi). You can enjoy sushi made with fresh seafood shipped directly from the Hakodate Fish Market.

It stands right in front of the popular spot Goryokaku Tower, and the inside is said to be spacious with high ceilings. In addition to counter seats, there are also box seats for up to 8 people.

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The sushi made with fresh local fish is said to be satisfying to eat, with both the toppings and the shari (sushi rice) large and substantial.

With a Special selection of seasonal ingredients, the restaurant stands out for its wide ranging menu. In addition to A la carte items, they also offer a 10-piece assortment menu.

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For those looking for a fun dining experience, the hotate ikura parfait (scallop and salmon roe parfait) and salmon ikura parfait (salmon and salmon roe parfait), served in parfait style, are a perfect fit.

Not only do they taste great, but their bright presentation is also enjoyable, making them ideal for children. Just like the nigiri, the toppings used are said to be fresh.

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Tsuki is a kaiten-zushi (conveyor belt sushi) restaurant located about 15 minutes by car from Abashiri Station in Abashiri, Hokkaido.

The spacious interior has a refined Japanese modern feel. In addition to counter seats, there are raised tatami seating areas and Semi-private room options, so you can relax and enjoy sushi at your leisure.

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The sushi is ordered on a tablet at your seat instead of using a conveyor lane.

The sushi toppings made with seafood from Okhotsk are popular for being fresh and nicely rich. In addition to A la carte items, they also offer assortment sets, and the “ichininmae set (single serving set)” is said to be especially popular.

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They also offer a full range of à la carte dishes you can enjoy between bites of sushi, including fried items, grilled dishes, and salads.

If you want to focus more on drinks and small plates than rice dishes, you are sure to enjoy yourself here too. The fugu (blowfish) Kara-age ordered on this day was said to be so good that the more you chewed, the more flavor came out.

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Kaiten Sushi Kappo Date Wasabi is a kaiten sushi kappo restaurant that serves sushi made with as many local ingredients as possible. It is located in Date, Hokkaido, and is said to be convenient to reach by car.

The interior is bright and lively, and at the counter seats, you can watch the chefs make sushi right in front of you.

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What makes this place stand out is the freshness of its toppings. They Special select mainly seasonal seafood landed near Date City, along with carefully chosen items from across Hokkaido.

The sushi rice uses Hokkaido-grown rice, and the way each piece is shaped to gently fall apart in your mouth is said to be just right.

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If you want to enjoy sushi at a good price, the weekday-only lunch sets are a great choice. They offer set menus with nigiri and Rice bowl dishes.

The photo shows the "Eraberu Sanshoku Don Set," where you choose 3 toppings to make your own kaisendon (seafood Rice bowl). It also comes with miso soup and tofu.