I want to go to Sapporo and eat some delicious bread! This time, I'll introduce some delicious breads that will surely make you feel that way.

Now, this might come as a surprise, but did you know that approximately 70% of the wheat produced in Japan comes from Hokkaido? The harvested wheat is processed into flour, which is then used as an ingredient for bread. Also, Hokkaido is a dairy farming region, so the butter made from fresh milk is also a fine local product.

That's right, the bread made with domestically produced wheat that you eat in Hokkaido is truly a case of local production for local consumption! There are many bakeries in Sapporo that are particular about using Hokkaido-grown wheat. This time, we'll bring you information about delicious bakeries in Sapporo, straight from the source!

Table of contents
1. An unexpected entry into the bread industry! Exquisite ROYCE bread!?
2. Vergine Baccano, a renowned shop that shines with its dedication to wheat.
3. Top-rated restaurant in Sapporo. Blanchérie La Fontune de Lourdes
4. Pain au Traditionnel, a bakery frequented by discerning locals.
5. Great value for money! Aesop Bakery is always bustling with customers.
6. Donguri, a bakery that's extremely famous in the local area.
7. A stylish and delicious bakery has arrived in Sapporo: HEART BREAD ANTIQUE

ROYCE chocolate is a classic souvenir from Hokkaido. Many of you are probably familiar with it.
That's right, ROYCE, famous for its chocolates, also runs a bakery. There are only three stores in Sapporo, so its name recognition is still developing. Even among Sapporo residents, there are still many who say, "I didn't know ROYCE ran a bakery!"

I had imagined that since it's ROYCE, their specialty would be chocolate-based breads...but when I stepped inside, I was surprised to find it was just a regular bakery. The lineup was impressive, ranging from hard-crusted breads to sliced ​​bread and savory breads.
Of course, the taste is also top-notch. Residents around the store even buy ROYCE's bread regularly.

A popular item at every store is the raw chocolate croissant (185 yen). The exquisite chocolate that overflows from the crispy pastry is not overpowering, not too sweet, and not cloying, which is great.

It's filled with plenty of ganache inside!

This is a Gouter (194 yen) with a whole bar of Royce's chocolate sandwiched inside! A must-try for chocolate lovers.

Royce' Ainosato Park Store
Address:21-50, Ainosato 3-jo 9-chome, Kita-ku, Sapporo City
Access: From JR Sapporo Station, take the Gakuen Toshi Line towards Ainosato Park/Ishikari Tobetsu (approximately 30 minutes), get off at "Ainosato Park Station," and walk for 8 minutes.
Phone: 0120-612-467
Business hours 9:00 to 19:00

Vergine Baccano is located very close to Jozankei, a town known for its hot springs.

Vergine Baccano is a bakery that prides itself on using ingredients sourced from Hokkaido and baking flavorful bread in a stone oven.

They are particular about using Hokkaido-grown ingredients, not only for the wheat but also for the vegetables, so you can eat with peace of mind. It's also nice that they have a cafe attached, so you can eat the bread right there.

The bread, baked in their prized stone oven, is crispy yet chewy, and their hard-crusted breads, in particular, are gaining popularity through word of mouth. Pasta is also served in the cafe area, so it's a great option for lunch as well!
If you're going to Jozankei, why not stop by on the way?

*We relocated and reopened in November 2018!

Vergine Baccano
Address:1-63-4 Jozankei Onsen Nishi, Minami-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido
Access: Approximately 50 minutes by car from JR Sapporo Station
Opening hours: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (or until all bread is sold out)
Closed on: Mondays, the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
Phone: 011-598-5588

If you like hard-crusted breads, you should definitely try the bread from Blancherry La Fontune de Lourdes. All of their breads are reasonably priced and perfect for everyday use, which is another great point.

The bakery uses different types of wheat for each type of bread, including Hokkaido-grown and French-grown wheat, allowing you to enjoy the distinct flavors of each variety. Their dedication to quality is reflected in the overwhelmingly positive reviews they receive. A quick internet search reveals a string of highly-rated reviews, making it a renowned Sapporo establishment.

Blanchérie La Fontune de Lourdes
Address:Miyanomori 4-jo 12-10-1, Chuo-ku, Sapporo
Access: Approximately 20 minutes by car from JR Sapporo Station
Opening hours: (Weekdays) 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
(Weekends and holidays) 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Closed: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Phone: 011-616-2320

Pain au Traditionnel now has six stores nationwide, but have you ever tried their Maruyama flagship store in Sapporo's Nishi Ward?

The shop also has an eat-in area, and it's always bustling with customers buying bread and others enjoying their purchases at their leisure.

The number one item at this shop is undoubtedly the croissant. The butter made from fresh Hokkaido milk enhances its flavor.

Pain au Traditionnel Maruyama Main Store
Address:Maruyama Class 1F, 1-1, Minami 1-jo Nishi 27, Chuo-ku, Sapporo City
Access: Take the Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line from Sapporo Station towards Makomanai (2 minutes), transfer to the Tozai Line towards Miyanosawa at Odori Station (5 minutes), get off at Maruyama Park Station (1 minute walk).
Opening hours: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Lunch served from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM)
Closed on: No holidays *マルヤマクラスClosed on the same days as the museum.
Phone: 011-688-6201

Aesop Bakery is perfect for everyday use and has been a beloved local spot for 15 years. In 2010, it was named the number one bakery by a local women's magazine. Their most popular item, "Paris Morning," is a croissant with a striking buttery flavor, so popular that almost every customer buys it. A gentle sweetness spreads in your mouth, but according to the owner, no sugar is used. You'll be surprised by the natural sweetness of the flour and butter!

And above all, the charm of Aesop Bakery is that "there's always freshly baked bread available whenever you go!" Their dedication to baking the bread in small batches without sparing any effort may be the biggest secret to their popularity among locals.

Aesop Bakery
Address:Kita 13-jo Higashi 2-2-5, Higashi-ku, Sapporo
Access: Take the Sapporo Municipal Subway Toho Line towards Sakaemachi for 3 minutes from Sapporo Station, get off at Kita 13-jo Station, and walk for 3 minutes.
Opening hours: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Closed days: The days of the week vary depending on the month.
Phone: 011-723-3713

Donguri is incredibly well-known among Sapporo residents. The shops open early in the morning, so they're bustling with students and commuters from early on. Each of the seven Donguri stores in Sapporo has its own original products, so a "Donguri tour" is a fun activity to try.

The most popular item at Donguri Fudo is the chikuwa bread. The chewy bread is filled with chikuwa (fish cake), tuna, and mayonnaise. It's simple, but undeniably delicious, and has a nostalgic taste.

They also have a strong commitment to wheat, and offer bread made with the rare "Kitano Kaori" wheat. While bakers praise Kitano Kaori as "the best wheat for making bread," it is an extremely rare wheat with low production volume due to the difficulty of cultivation. Be sure to try bread made with Kitano Kaori at this famous local shop.

DONGURI - Donguri Main Store
Address:札幌市白石区南郷通8丁目南1-7
Access: Take the Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line from Sapporo Station towards Makomanai (2 minutes), transfer to the Tozai Line towards Shin-Sapporo at Odori Station (10 minutes), get off at Nango 7-chome Station, 1 minute walk.
Opening hours: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Closed on: New Year's Day
Phone: 011-865-0006

HEART BREAD ANTIQUE, a bakery that is popular mainly in the Kanto region, opened a branch in Sapporo in 2014. If you're from outside Hokkaido, it's the perfect place to stop by when you're craving familiar flavors while traveling. If you're from Hokkaido, it's the perfect place to try the taste of this stylish bakery that's popular on Honshu.

The store faces the national highway and has a spacious parking lot with 40 spaces, so access by car is easy and convenient. It's also easily accessible by public transport, as it's about a 5-minute walk from Nango 13-chome Station on the municipal subway Tozai Line.

*Please note that we also have stores open in Sapporo Kita-Ichijo (1F, Unizo Inn Sapporo, 3-10, Kita 1-jo Nishi 3-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo), which is within walking distance of Odori Park, and in the Esta food court in the Sapporo Station underground!

At first glance, it looks like an interior design shop or something similar, but when you open the door, you're greeted by the fragrant aroma of freshly baked bread. Their signature Magical Chocolate Ring (530 yen) is extremely popular even in Sapporo. It's a must-buy item to take home when you visit.

HEART BREAD ANTIQUE Sapporo Nangodori Store
Address:3-12, Minami 15, Nangodori, Shiroishi-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido
Access: Take the Sapporo Municipal Subway Tozai Line from Odori Station towards Shin-Sapporo (12 minutes), get off at Nango 13-chome Station, then walk for about 5 minutes.
Phone: 011-595-7250

Final thoughts

So, what did you think? This time, I introduced some bakeries that are especially beloved by the locals. Seafood and vegetables are great, but please do try the charm of bread that you can enjoy in Sapporo.

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