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Bars & Nightlife

For bars, head for Susukino: it is safe, well-lit, and bright with neon lights. Being the famous beer capital of Japan, Sapporo is never short of a pint; be sure to visit a traditional pub known locally as izakaya. South of Odori Park is Susukino, the hub for entertainment. This is an area dense with bars, hostess bars, and nightclubs.

Susukino District

Susukino District

This bustling part of the city comes alive at night. Restaurants, entertainment venues, bars and shops line the streets and illuminate the area. If you are fairly new to the city, try to stay on main roads and avoid wandering into dark …

Famous Door

Famous Door might be located in Japan, but is designed to create a New Orleans atmosphere. This is the type of place where you meet locals and even get to strike up conversation with the …

Buddy Buddy

The owner designed this American bar himself. The crowd is usually in their late thirties, with two open floors and live bands. You will most likely hear jazz and blues …

Beggars Harlem

Situated above Buddy Buddy, Beggar's Harlem is the place for the best live music, particularly for blues and jazz . The cosy, eclectic interior with red leather couches creates a perfect atmosphere to relax and …

British Pub Darwin

British Pub Darwin

As the name already suggests, British Pub Darwin is a typical British style pub with a live stage. The menu includes classic pub grub such as shepherd's pie, fish and chips and haggis, as well as draft and bottled beer selections from …

Big Echo Karaoke

Big Echo Karaoke

Going to a typical Japanese Karaoke Bar should definitely be on your list when in Sapporo. People gather with some friends, have some drinks and sing along. Big Echo Karaoke offers karaoke in English, Chinese, Korean and Japanese, with varied song choices to make it possible for everyone to …

500 Bar & Dining

500 Bar & Dining

500 Bar, located in the Susukino precinct, is famous to its foreign and local clientele for the affordable prices. Their menu lists all kinds of drinks and food for only ¥540 (tax included). If you don't speak Japanese ask the waiter for the English …