In Sapporo, Hokkaido, there are many conveyor belt sushi restaurants where you can enjoy fresh seafood. We will introduce 6 carefully selected conveyor belt sushi restaurants that are loved by locals and popular with tourists. Each restaurant is attractive for its extremely fresh ingredients and the skill of the chef.

15 stores in Hokkaido and 3 stores in Tokyo

Founded in Kitami City in 1989, "Toriton" is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant that represents Hokkaido. The reason for its popularity is the size and freshness of the ingredients. The seafood used is selected by skilled buyers at the market every morning, and to maintain freshness, it is thoroughly prepared in the store.

Commitment to freshness and a rich menu

The size of the fish will surprise you: "Raw Salmon" 350 yen

The popular "Raw Salmon" is extremely fresh, as it is killed live on the spot after being caught. The limited-edition "Seafood Bomb Gunkan" (242 yen) is a hearty dish of tuna and salmon mixed with various ingredients, and is popular for its vibrant appearance and rich flavor. There are also plenty of other unique menu items, such as "Octopus Salad" and "Salmon Avocado Roll."

The appeal of Triton, which focuses on materials

Triton was founded in 1989 in Kitami, Hokkaido.

Toriton is particular about not only the size of the toppings, but also about the sushi rice and seaweed. They use carefully selected domestic rice to create a glossy sushi rice, and the seaweed, which is sourced from a particular region, has a rich seaweed flavor. This attention to detail in each and every sushi is one of the reasons why Toriton continues to be such a popular restaurant.

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Nemuro Hanamaru's "Homemade Sockeye Salmon Roe Marinated in Soy Sauce" 418 yen

Nemuro Hanamaru, which originated in Nemuro, a major fish-producing region in eastern Hokkaido, has multiple locations in Sapporo city center, including JR Tower and Kokonosukino, and is a popular restaurant that sees many customers lining up every day. The fish served is strictly controlled for freshness and is locally produced in Nemuro whenever possible. The restaurant's appeal is that you can enjoy a wide variety of menu items along with fresh ingredients.

We are confident in our preparation and thoroughly manage freshness

"Two-storey scallop" 418 yen (1 piece)

Nemuro Hanamaru's commitment to freshness is realized by having its own processing plant, where freshly caught fish are pre-processed and temperature-controlled even after it arrives at the store. The Nishino store has an open kitchen, allowing visitors to see the preparation and cooking process. You can enjoy watching the skilled hands of the chefs. The fresh ingredients, such as the classic "two-storey scallop" and "grilled flounder with burnt soy sauce nigiri," will whet your appetite at a glance.

Nemuro Hanamaru always serves high quality sushi

Inside the store, spirited shouts echoed around the store.

Nemuro Hanamaru is particular about the sushi rice, which is essential for sushi, and uses Hokkaido rice. They cook it 20 to 30 times a day, and serve the same quality until the last minute of closing time. In order to maintain the freshness of the sushi that goes around the conveyor belt, they thoroughly research which toppings to serve at what times.

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Kushiro City, where "Nagoyakatei" originated, is one of the leading fishing grounds in Japan.

"Nagoyakatei" is a popular conveyor belt sushi restaurant that originated in Kushiro City, eastern Hokkaido. The Sapporo Hassamu store opened in 1997, and currently operates nine stores in Sapporo. They use fresh fish procured from the Sapporo Outer Market every morning, and by diligently preparing the fish during business hours, they are able to provide delicious sushi that is kept fresh.

Hearty "Kobore Ikura" and a wide variety of dishes

"Kobore Ikura" made with local Kushiro salmon roe, 1,320 yen

The signature dish at "Nagoyakatei," "Kobore Ikura," is definitely worth a try. The restaurant is piled high with Kushiro salmon roe, and the performance with bells and drums gets the whole restaurant excited. There are also over 150 different dishes on the menu, including plenty of carefully prepared toppings such as marinated bluefin tuna, raw scallops, and "Winged Mackerel" raised in a special fishing ground. The raw scallops from Hokkaido in particular have a sweetness and texture that is unforgettable once you've tried them.

A consistent finish made with carefully selected rice and high-quality seaweed

"Natural marinated tuna from a sushi restaurant" 407 yen

Nagoyakatei is also particular about the rice, which is essential for sushi. Every year, when the new rice is harvested, they compare different brands to select the optimal blend. They adjust the amount of water used when cooking and the steaming time depending on the season, to always provide the best quality sushi. They also use high-quality seaweed grown in a prime location on the Ariake Sea in Saga Prefecture, whose rich aroma and vibrant color enhance the appeal of the sushi. These attentions to detail give each and every sushi a deep flavor.

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7 stores in Hokkaido and 13 stores outside Hokkaido

Founded in Hakodate in 1998, Gourmet Conveyor Belt Sushi Kantaro has gained popularity for its sushi made with fresh seafood from Hokkaido, and opened its first branch in Sapporo in 2022. It is a restaurant beloved by tourists and locals alike, characterized by the perfect balance of large, meaty toppings and small rice.

We are confident in the freshness of our shellfish! Our homemade marinated mackerel is also popular.

"Three Shellfish" - Fresh Scallops, Fresh Surf Clams, Fresh Whelk - 1,064 yen

They are particularly particular about the freshness of their shellfish, purchasing live shellfish from Hokkaido every morning and cooking them in-store. The freshly shucked scallops and whelks have a plump texture and natural sweetness that is irresistible. Their homemade pickled mackerel, made with mackerel that contains over 20% fat, is also popular. They flash freeze the mackerel at -30℃ and provide the highest quality all year round.

Popular with families thanks to its unique and original menu

The shop has a lively atmosphere

In addition to sushi, they also focus on desserts. In particular, the "Hakota Musume," which combines vanilla ice cream with hot pumpkin, has an exquisite contrast between the cold ice cream and the warm pumpkin. It is characterized by a gentle sweetness created by the pumpkin paste mixed with Hakodate milk ice cream and cream. They also have a wide variety of unique menu items that you won't find anywhere else, such as the "Hakota Roll" and "Kaiho Kobore Maki."

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Kitakitai operates five stores across Hokkaido, including in Chitose and Asahikawa.

Kitakitai is a popular restaurant in Asahikawa and Chitose that opened in Sapporo in 2024. It is located right next to National Route 230 and is easily accessible by car. It serves fresh seafood delivered directly from fishing ports around the country, and its freshness is what makes it so appealing.

Fresh material delivered directly through our unique connections

Extremely fresh sockeye salmon "Shikotsu Lake Chip" 506 yen

The reason for the deliciousness of "Kitakitai" is that they have a network of middlemen in various regions and can purchase seafood that has just been landed. They can provide fresh ingredients because they prepare the seafood locally and send it directly while maintaining its freshness. They have a connection with the Lake Shikotsu Fisheries Association and are the only conveyor belt sushi restaurant that directly purchases the freshest Himemasu (tips).

A rich lineup of fresh fish that are rare even for Hokkaido residents

"Hokkaido Hakkoku" - white meat with a rich fat content - 418 yen

The restaurant is lined with fresh Hokkaido seafood that even Hokkaido residents rarely have a chance to try, including "Hakkaku" star anise, which is popular in the southern part of Hokkaido, and salmon, which is generally imported, but is instead domestically produced and grown in underground waters from Mount Daisetsu. They also stock a wide variety of fresh fish from outside the prefecture, such as Kochi and Shimane, so even Hokkaido residents who are used to conveyor belt sushi will be excited by this restaurant.

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As its name suggests, Hakodate Isaribi is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant that serves fresh seafood delivered directly from Hakodate in southern Hokkaido. It is attached to a supermarket in Minami-ku, Sapporo, and is crowded with a wide range of customers, including tourists and those returning from shopping. It features reasonable lunch sets and a menu of eight types of 132 yen dishes.

Great value lunch sets available from 792 yen

The popular "C Lunch 10-piece Greedy Set" costs 792 yen.

The most popular item is the lunch menu, which is available every day from 11:00 to 17:00. There are four types of sets, including a seafood bowl, all of which come with miso soup with shrimp stock, and are very reasonably priced, starting at 792 yen. The same fresh ingredients are used as in the regular menu, so you can enjoy high quality at an excellent value. There are also a variety of set menus that allow you to enjoy several different ingredients on one plate, and the popular "Northern Live Shellfish 3-piece Platter" is a dish that allows you to enjoy live surf clams, live scallops, and live whelks.

A diverse menu. Cheap coffee after your meal!

Himemasu from Lake Shikotsu: 451 yen

In addition to the standard sushi toppings, there are also plenty of unusual and elaborate toppings. For example, raw spear squid from Hakodate, grilled octopus with salt and lemon, and pickled salmon are all must-try dishes. There is also a wide selection of a la carte dishes and sweets, and after-meal coffee is available for 110 yen.

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*All prices include tax. Some products may be in limited supply depending on the weather and season. *Menus and prices are current as of July 2025. Please check the official website or social media of each store for the latest information.

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