The Sapporo travel season is just around the corner, and more and more people are looking for truly exceptional dining experiences during their visit. For those seeking the ultimate culinary adventure, we present five Michelin-starred restaurants in Sapporo.

01 Miya-Vie

We begin with Miya-Vie, a Michelin one-star restaurant offering French cuisine made with fresh Hokkaido ingredients. At Miya-Vie, you can experience a harmonious blend of Japanese and French flavors. The food presentation is exquisite, and the course menu format allows for a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience. Located just a 3-minute walk from Nishijuhatchome Station on the Sapporo Subway Tozai Line, it's easily accessible for travelers. Prices start around $140 USD.

Discount Reservations: Book your Miya-Vie restaurant reservation at a discount.

02 Wada

Wada, a renowned kaiseki restaurant in Sapporo and also a Michelin one-star establishment, is a place where you can savor kaiseki cuisine made with carefully selected seasonal ingredients. Highly popular since its opening, Wada offers an authentic kaiseki experience in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Chef Hayato Wada, born on Hokkaido's Okushiri Island, has a deep understanding of the island's seasonal specialties, such as wild vegetables, mushrooms, and sea urchin. He actively incorporates these local ingredients into his menu, showcasing a variety of local dishes. If you want to experience the true taste of Hokkaido, we highly recommend Wada. Prices start around $45 USD per person.

Discount Reservations: Book your Wada reservation at a discount.

03 Himesara

Himesara, a two-Michelin-starred sushi restaurant and one of Sapporo's finest, is an absolute must-visit during your Sapporo trip. Himesara uses the freshest seafood from Hokkaido, offering not only incredible flavors but also impeccable service, with detailed explanations of each dish, including the famous Botan shrimp and seasonal sea urchin. Notably, it's one of only five restaurants in Hokkaido where you can enjoy Ebisu Meister beer. Each dish at Himesara is a work of art. Although it's located slightly away from Sapporo's bustling city center, this is all the more reason to seek it out. If you want to experience sushi that transcends mere food and becomes art, a visit is highly recommended. Prices start around $270 USD per person.

04 Hanakoji Sawada

Three Michelin stars are awarded to restaurants that are worth a special journey. Sapporo is home to one such restaurant: Hanakoji Sawada. After earning three stars in the 2017 Michelin Guide, it was previously awarded two stars in 2012 and regained its three-star status in 2019. Rather than strictly traditional Japanese kaiseki, the restaurant offers a menu with many dishes infused with the chef's unique sensibilities, making it extremely popular. From the warm oshibori to the sake, salmon, ikura, sea grapes, corn tempura, and sea urchin dishes, you can enjoy a variety of seasonal ingredients in a warm and refined atmosphere, with a chef dedicated to his craft. Prices start around $215 USD per person.

Discount Reservations: Book your Hanakoji Sawada reservation at a discount.

05 O料理 Yamada (Oryori Yamada)

Oryori Yamada is run by Chef Yamada, who trained at the aforementioned three-Michelin-starred Hanakoji Sawada. You can enjoy fresh seasonal ingredients that convey the taste of the season, artfully presented on beautiful dishes, and the tranquil atmosphere of the restaurant, with meticulous attention paid to every detail of the Japanese-style interior. Chef Kazuyuki Yamada gained extensive experience at Tokyo's Takehotei and Hanakoji Sawada, and after 18 years of working in the opening, cooking, and management of various restaurants, he opened Oryori Yamada in November 2017. Since its opening, it has garnered immense popularity and is now known as one of Sapporo's top restaurants. Prices start around $125 USD per person.

Discount Reservations: Book your Oryori Yamada reservation at a discount.