Japan’s northern city of Sapporo offers some of the best food and drink tours in the country. The drinking scene here centers around cozy izakayas (traditional pubs) and modern craft breweries, with plenty of local sake to sample.
The standout tours include an evening bar-hopping experience that pairs Hokkaido’s famous sakes with regional specialties.
I especially love the hands-on soba noodle making tour – you’ll learn traditional techniques while sipping sake and enjoying tempura.
For beer lovers, the craft brewery crawl showcases Sapporo’s excellent local beer scene, with stops at intimate taprooms most travelers never find.
Check out these top drinking tours that showcase the best of Sapporo’s after-dark culture.
Key Points
- The Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour offers an introduction to the city’s vibrant bar and food scene, with guided visits to three local izakaya bars.
- The Soba Noodle Making Experience and Tempura, Hokkaido Sake Plan provides a private dining experience focused on soba noodle crafting, tempura, and Hokkaido sake tasting.
- The Japanese Food Experience Plan with Soba Making and Sake combines soba noodle making, tempura, and tasting of three distinct Hokkaido-exclusive sakes.
- The Sake Lovers Private Tour focuses on Hokkaido-only sake tasting and includes an izakaya dinner experience.
- The Luxurious Japanese Food Experience Plan offers an exclusive soba making, tempura, and Hokkaido deer shabu-shabu experience, along with a guided sake tasting.
Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour
Offering a lively introduction to Sapporo’s vibrant bar and food scene, the Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour guides you through three local izakaya bars, where you’ll savor a curated selection of traditional dishes and beverages.
With a 5.0 rating from 94 reviews and a 99% recommendation rate, this tour promises an immersive experience. Included are one food set, two plates, and three drinks, all while hopping between these beloved local establishments with a knowledgeable guide.
While not wheelchair accessible, the tour provides a delicious and social way to explore Sapporo’s nightlife. Prepare for a memorable evening, but be mindful of dietary restrictions and health considerations.
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Soba Noodle Making Experience and Tempura, Hokkaido Sake Plan
Enjoy the rich culinary traditions of Sapporo with the Soba Noodle Making Experience and Tempura, Hokkaido Sake Plan.
This 1.5-hour private dining experience lets you handcraft soba noodles, enjoy tempura prepared by a culinary artisan, and sample two limited-edition Hokkaido sakes.
Guided by English and Japanese-speaking instructors, you’ll learn the art of soba-making and the custom of pairing it with sake.
Priced from £1,844 per person, this flexible booking with a “reserve now & pay later” option is suitable for adults.
With a 5/5 rating, you’re in for an engaging conversation and high-quality food and drink.
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A Japanese Food Experience Plan in Sapporo Where You Can Enjoy Tempura and 3 Types of Hokkaido-Only Sake Along With a Soba Making Experience!
For an engaging Japanese culinary adventure in Sapporo, you can embark on a tour that lets you handcraft soba noodles, savor tempura, and sample three distinct Hokkaido-exclusive sakes.
The experience begins at a meeting point near Miyanosawa Station, where you’ll participate in a private group activity.
Highlights include homemade soba made with local buckwheat flour, a tempura platter showcasing high-quality ingredients, and a sake tasting curated by an expert.
While the location isn’t wheelchair accessible, it’s easily reached by public transit.
With six positive reviews averaging 4.5 stars, this tour offers a delightful taste of Sapporo’s culinary traditions.
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Sake Lovers Private Tour: Visit Liquor Store and Izakaya
Set out on a sake-centric expedition through Sapporo with the Private Sake Lovers Tour by Hokkaido Treasure Island Travel Inc.
At $167.43 per person, this private tour whisks you through Sapporo, providing an English interpreter, private taxi, sake tasting, izakaya dinner, and more.
You’ll visit a local liquor store to sample Hokkaido-only sakes, then enjoy a meal at an izakaya.
This tour’s not wheelchair accessible, but most travelers can participate.
With free cancellation up to 24 hours beforehand and a lowest price guarantee, you can reserve now and pay later for this immersive sake experience.
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In Sapporo! A Luxurious Japanese Food Experience Plan That Includes a Soba Making Experience, Tempura, Hokkaido Deer Shabu-Shabu, and 3 Types of Hokkaido Limited Sake!
Revel in a luxurious Japanese culinary odyssey in Sapporo with this exclusive experience. Enjoy the art of soba making, feast on tempura, and indulge in Hokkaido deer shabu-shabu.
Complement your meal with a tasting of three limited-edition Hokkaido sakes, each with their own distinct aroma, sweetness, and temperature. An expert sake sommelier will guide you through the optimal pairings.
Conveniently located just a short walk from Miyanosawa Station, this private tour offers a seamless and tailored experience.
With flexible pricing and free cancellation, securing your spot for this gastronomic adventure has never been easier.
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Private Local Craft Beer Pub Crawl Tour in Sapporo
Enjoy Sapporo’s vibrant craft beer scene on this private pub crawl tour. Operated by Hokkaido Treasure Island Travel the 4-hour experience whisks you away to two local breweries for behind-the-scenes tours.
Along the way, your English-speaking guide provides transportation and a 2,000 yen food and beverage allowance at a restaurant or beer pub. Though the tour is non-refundable, it’s an excellent way to discover Sapporo’s thriving craft beer culture.
Just note it’s not wheelchair accessible and not recommended for pregnant travelers. With a starting time of 1 PM and a price from $550.11, this private tour is sure to quench your thirst for Sapporo’s best brews.
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The Sum Up
Sapporo offers a variety of unique drinking tours, from bar hopping to sake tasting and craft beer pub crawls. Whether you’re looking to sample local Hokkaido specialties or learn about the city’s vibrant nightlife, there’s a tour to suit your interests. Explore the flavors of Sapporo and make the most of your time in this dynamic city.