[Otaru] [New Chitose Airport] Lunchtime Open ✨ 3 Sushi Restaurants You Must Visit 🍣

Sushi is a must-try on any trip to Hokkaido! 🍣✨ From famous restaurants perfect for a quick stop between sightseeing to hidden gems perfect for a quick bite at the airport, we've rounded up some great places to enjoy delicious sushi, even while traveling! [Nigiri Kukizen] This restaurant is said to be the cheapest two-star Michelin sushi restaurant in Japan. ⭐️ The dinner course is ¥16,500, but lunch features 12 pieces of sushi, egg, and soup, focusing on seasonal local ingredients. (¥7,700) Elegant nigiri 🍣 The carefully selected ingredients dance in your mouth. ❤️ With counter seating at the center, you can watch the sushi being made right before your eyes. Please note that the sign is small and easy to miss. ⚠️ Reservations are required, but please don't give up! 📞 📍Address: 2-4 Shinonome-cho, Otaru, Hokkaido 11-12 minutes walk from Otaru Station (towards Sushi Street and the canal) 🚶 Hours: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM [Nigirizushi Kantaro New Chitose Airport [International Terminal] This is a non-conveyor belt sushi restaurant, not a conveyor belt sushi restaurant like the hugely popular Kantaro at New Chitose Airport. 🍣 While the conveyor belt sushi restaurant on the 3rd floor of the domestic terminal always has a long line, Kantaro Nigiri Sushi is a hidden gem. 👍 You're likely to get a seat right away, so we recommend this restaurant if you're traveling internationally. ✨ From 100 yen nigiri sushi to 5,200 yen special sets, we cater to a variety of tastes. ⭐️ Sit at the counter, typical of a sushi restaurant, and you can watch the sushi being made, creating a perfect atmosphere. 👌 The fresh fish delivered from Hakodate is juicy. ✨ Please note that the restaurant is located in the "Hokkaido Market Food Street," which has been closed due to the inspection. 💡 📍Address: 987-22 Bibi, Chitose City, Hokkaido New Chitose Airport, International Passenger Terminal 3F Hours 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM [Takara Sushi] A popular restaurant selected as one of Tabelog's Top 100 Restaurants ✨ High-end sushi starts at ¥20,000 in the evening, but lunch is available for ¥6,600. (Cash only at lunchtime.) The lunch menu features 12 sushi pieces and a soup, giving it a Hokkaido feel 🍣 Enjoy fresh, delicious sushi ♪ The exterior is modern and chic, while the interior has a homey atmosphere. While there are tables available, the counter seats offer a chance to enjoy the friendly and cheerful chef's dedication up close. ☺️ You can enter without a reservation, but it's a popular restaurant, so we recommend making a reservation early. ♪ Approximately a 12-minute walk from Otaru Station. 🚶 Right next to the nearest bus stop, "Shiyakusho-dori." 🚌 📍Address: 1-9-18 Hanazono, Otaru, Hokkaido Hours: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM #Otaru #OtaruFood #Hokkaido #NewChitoseAirport #NewChitoseAirportFood #HokkaidoFood #JapanTravelGuide