Choose Susukino’s neon buzz, Tanukikoji’s old-arcade warmth, or the modern scene near Sapporo Station on this guided two-hour bar-hopping tour. With two curated izakaya stops and a ¥1,500 credit per person, you’ll sample Hokkaido staples and learn local dining customs from an informed guide.
Choose Susukino’s neon buzz, Tanukikoji’s old-arcade warmth, or the modern scene near Sapporo Station on this guided two-hour bar-hopping tour. With two curated izakaya stops and a ¥1,500 credit per person, you’ll sample Hokkaido staples and learn local dining customs from an informed guide.
The neon of Susukino throws long reflections off wet pavement as laughter and the scent of charcoal-grilled fish pull you toward a low doorway. A guide waits with a yellow sign; in the next two hours you’ll move through narrow alleys or a covered arcade depending on whether you picked Susukino’s energy, Tanukikoji’s old-school charm, or the polished bars around Sapporo Station.
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Operated by DeepExperience · Sapporo, Hokkaido
The neon of Susukino throws long reflections off wet pavement as laughter and the scent of charcoal-grilled fish pull you toward a low doorway. A guide waits with a yellow sign; in the next two hours you’ll move through narrow alleys or a covered arcade depending on whether you picked Susukino’s energy, Tanukikoji’s old-school charm, or the polished bars around Sapporo Station.
Sapporo’s nightlife grew with the city’s Meiji-era boom, when settlers and merchants brought tastes from across Japan and Hokkaido’s coastal bounty. The island’s volcanic soils and cold seas still inform menus here: buttery miso ramen, charcoal-grilled hokke, and sashimi that tastes of the north. Izakayas are communal by design — small plates, standing counters, and conversations that invite you to order off-menu.
Expect tidy, compact spaces where service is swift and tipping is uncommon. The tour includes a ¥1,500 per-person credit spread across two handpicked izakayas, plus a local guide to navigate menus and customs. Meeting points vary by neighborhood (Sapporo Station, Tanukikoji, Susukino) and the pace is casual walking and standing.
Practical edge: carry small bills, keep a light jacket for winter chill, and let the guide handle ordering for unfamiliar items. This is a sensory, social evening — plan transport back to your hotel in advance, and leave room to savor a single dish rather than racing through the menu. Whether you lean into Susukino’s rambunctious bars or Tanukikoji’s cozy taverns, the tour condenses local hospitality into a focused, two-hour introduction to Sapporo after dark.
The credit is split across the two selected izakayas; it covers food and drinks up to that amount per person and any excess is paid on-site.
Tipping is not customary; good service is standard and staff will typically refuse tips, though saying thank you is appreciated.
Yes—inform the operator when booking and tell the guide at the start so they can select suitable dishes or request substitutions.
Many izakayas in the chosen areas are accessible but some have stairs or narrow entrances; the tour notes wheelchair accessibility and can adjust meeting points as needed.
DeepExperience operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




The neon of Susukino throws long reflections off wet pavement as laughter and the scent of charcoal-grilled fish pull you toward a low doorway. A guide waits with a yellow sign; in the next two hours you’ll move through narrow alleys or a covered arcade depending on whether you picked Susukino’s energy, Tanukikoji’s old-school charm, or the polished bars around Sapporo Station.
The neon of Susukino throws long reflections off wet pavement as laughter and the scent of charcoal-grilled fish pull you toward a low doorway. A guide waits with a yellow sign; in the next two hours you’ll move through narrow alleys or a covered arcade depending on whether you picked Susukino’s energy, Tanukikoji’s old-school charm, or the polished bars around Sapporo Station.
Sapporo’s nightlife grew with the city’s Meiji-era boom, when settlers and merchants brought tastes from across Japan and Hokkaido’s coastal bounty. The island’s volcanic soils and cold seas still inform menus here: buttery miso ramen, charcoal-grilled hokke, and sashimi that tastes of the north. Izakayas are communal by design — small plates, standing counters, and conversations that invite you to order off-menu.
Expect tidy, compact spaces where service is swift and tipping is uncommon. The tour includes a ¥1,500 per-person credit spread across two handpicked izakayas, plus a local guide to navigate menus and customs. Meeting points vary by neighborhood (Sapporo Station, Tanukikoji, Susukino) and the pace is casual walking and standing.
Practical edge: carry small bills, keep a light jacket for winter chill, and let the guide handle ordering for unfamiliar items. This is a sensory, social evening — plan transport back to your hotel in advance, and leave room to savor a single dish rather than racing through the menu. Whether you lean into Susukino’s rambunctious bars or Tanukikoji’s cozy taverns, the tour condenses local hospitality into a focused, two-hour introduction to Sapporo after dark.