HokkaidoFood

Eating Your Way Through the 'Citizens' Kitchen' with over 130 Years of History, Enjoying Grilled Scallops and Crab Soup

About this spot

A market with over 130 years of history, said to have originated when fishermen from Ishikari Beach began selling their fresh catch in the early Meiji period. Positioned along the Soseigawa River, not far from Susukino, it has long been beloved as 'Sapporo citizens' kitchen.' Shop fronts facing the street are crowded with crab, salmon, sea urchin, and salmon roe, with the market's character compressed into this compact corner. The appeal is the abundance of fresh, eat-as-you-walk cuisine available on the spot—such as freshly grilled scallops and crab soup. Being more compact than the outdoor market makes it easy to browse even in a short time, and the downtown atmosphere with shop staff who feel like neighbors is charming. Experience the depth of Sapporo's food culture by visiting both markets.

Tips

Excellent access from the city center—about a 5-minute walk from Odori Station or Bus Center-mae Station on the Subway Tozai Line. From the Sapporo Outdoor Market, using the subway and a taxi in combination is convenient. Some shops close in the afternoon, so visiting by noon is reassuring. Dispose of eat-your-way-through wrappers and cups in designated bins at shop fronts. Be considerate of others in the narrow passageways.