The Tanukikoji shopping street, located near Odori Park in the heart of Sapporo, boasts many modern fashion buildings, but it's also a perfect area for a stroll, as it retains the charm of older buildings with a Showa-era atmosphere and a retro feel.

So this time, we've focused on the Tanukikoji area, especially the area from West 4th Street to West 8th Street, and selected the top 8 delicious restaurants recommended by local writers where you can take a break while strolling around town, have a hearty meal, or finish off with some yakitori.
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Table of Contents:
1. BUND CAFE
2. LA TAVOLOZZA
3. TOKOHARU (Everlasting Spring)
4. TOTTO
5. Perle
6. Ebiten Branch
7. Rafuya
8. Kin-chan the bird
Final thoughts

Relax and unwind with the sweet aroma of Taiwanese tea and delicious sweets!

This hidden gem is located in a charming building. The female owner, who studied at a vocational school in Taiwan, offers high-quality Taiwanese tea sourced locally at reasonable prices.

The interior is decorated with Taiwanese goods and other items, giving it a very stylish, exotic feel. Their homemade sweets are also popular, so enjoy them with some Taiwanese tea and relax.

Recommended
"Taiwanese Tea Cake Set"

BUND CAFE
2F, Dai-2 Mitani Building, Minami 1-jo Nishi 6, Chuo-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido
TEL) 011-232-0880
Business hours: [Monday-Saturday] 9:00-20:00 [Sunday & Public Holidays] 9:00-19:00
Closed on Wednesdays

An exquisite pizza with the authentic aroma of Southern Italy!

Tanuki Square, located in Tanukikoji 7-chome, is a unique restaurant building with a maze-like atmosphere created by its staircases and narrow passageways. This is the Italian restaurant located there.

The interior, inspired by Southern Italy, creates an atmosphere that makes you feel as if you're in a foreign country. Every pizza, artistically crafted by the chefs, is delicious! It also has a bar-like feel, so enjoying delicious drinks while savoring the pizza to your heart's content is simply irresistible.

Recommended
"Pizza Tavolozza"

LA TAVOLOZZA
Tanuki Square 1F, 7-6-4 Minami 3-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
TEL) 011-251-5085
営業時間16:00～翌0:30（L.O24:00）[土 日 祝日のみランチ営業]12:00～14:00
Closed on Tuesdays

This is the perfect "marriage" of alcohol, latte art, and food!

Its charm lies in its sophisticated yet somehow comforting and warm atmosphere, reminiscent of a hotel cafe bar.

The owner, a bartender and sommelier, creates exquisite latte art, cocktails, and sweets, and the delicious dishes made with Hokkaido ingredients are simply perfect!

Recommended
"Designer Cafe Latte (Latte Art) Cake Set"

TOKOHARU (Everlasting Spring)
2F, Taiyo Building, 7, Minami 3-jo Nishi 8-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido
TEL) 011-215-0780
[Tuesday - Friday] 17:00 - 24:00 (L.O. 23:30) [Saturday, Sunday, holidays] 14:00 -
Closed on Mondays

Enjoy a blissful time with delicious food and a cozy bistro & bar!

This place is located inside "Tanu8 Garden," a building that was renovated from a 50-year-old building into a restaurant complex.

This bistro and bar specializes in seafood dishes with a French twist, and boasts a wide selection of natural wines. Be sure to try their delicious signature katsu sandwich!

Recommended
"Katsu sandwich"

TOTTO
Tanu8 Garden 27, Minami 2-jo Nishi 8-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido
TEL) 011-207-0212
Opening hours: [Tue-Thu, Sun] 17:00-24:00 [Fri-Sat] 17:00-25:00
Closed on Mondays

Enjoy smoked and confit dishes, originating in Europe!

Smoked and confit dishes originated in Europe. This restaurant offers the authentic taste that only skilled artisans can create.

Please enjoy the exquisite taste that brings out the best of Hokkaido-sourced ingredients.

Recommended
"Beef tongue confit"

Perle
TANUHACHI GARDEN 1F, 8-4-3-1 Minami 2-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
TEL) 011-211-6512
Opening Hours: ◇Lunch◇ 11:30 AM - 15:00 PM ◇Dinner◇ 17:00 PM - 1:00 AM (the following day)
Closed on Mondays

Enjoy delicious tempura at this long-established restaurant founded in 1963!

This is one of Sapporo's most famous and delicious tempura restaurants. The large shrimp tempura is surrounded by a delicate scattering of batter, like flowers! The thin batter is the way to bring out the best flavor of the ingredients.

The relaxed atmosphere and Showa-era style interior make it a great place to unwind!

Recommended
"Jōtendon"

Ebiten Branch
4-chome, Minami 2-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido
TEL) 011-271-2867
Business hours: 11:30～22:00
No regular closing days.

A nostalgic and delicious taste. Flat, thick noodles in oil-based ramen!

Stepping inside, you're greeted by the savory aroma of soy sauce, giving you the feeling of having returned to your hometown.

The oil noodles served at this restaurant are made with plant-based oil, so they have a delicious flavor that you won't get tired of. The thick noodles are also very satisfying, and you're guaranteed to be completely satisfied.

Recommended
"Abura Soba" (oil noodles)

Rafuya
2F, Oyoyo Valley, Minami 2-jo Nishi 4, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
TEL) 011-231-7200
Opening Hours: Lunch > 11:30 AM - 17:00 PM, Dinner > 18:00 PM - 21:00 PM
Closed on Mondays

A long-established yakitori restaurant with over 40 years of history!

The interior of the restaurant feels as if time has stood still since the Showa era, possessing an indescribable charm. Yakitori and local sake are enjoyed shoulder-to-shoulder with strangers at the counter.

The "Interesting Skewer Set," which allows you to enjoy a variety of unique yakitori dishes such as local Tsukisamu-yaki and Bibai-yaki, is a must-try!

Recommended
"Fun Skewer Set"

Kin-chan the bird
4-7-2 Minami 1-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido, 4-chome Kaikan 2F
TEL) 011-241-8051
Business Hours: [Monday-Friday] 17:00-23:00 [Saturday] 17:00-22:00
Closed on Sundays and public holidays

Final thoughts

How did you like our special feature, "A Retro Atmosphere in the City Center: Sapporo's Tanukikoji Area - Top 8 Gourmet Walking Spots"? Did you find any shops that caught your eye?

When you visit Sapporo, be sure to take a stroll around the Tanukikoji area and enjoy the delicious restaurants I've introduced!

Interview, writing, and photography: Maverick

*The menus featured here are from the time of our visit. Menus and prices may have changed since then.
For the latest information, including store hours and other details, please check the store's website or contact the store directly.

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