This is a series introducing lunch buffets that we have tried and that we would like to return to again. This time, we will introduce the classic buffet that you cannot miss if you are going on a buffet tour: JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo Restaurant & Bar "SKY J".

"JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo" is conveniently located directly connected to JR Sapporo Station. One of the attractions of the restaurant and bar "SKY J" on the 35th floor is the panoramic view from 150 meters above ground. You can enjoy a magnificent view of Sapporo from both the waiting area and the restaurant, and it feels great and open! You'll be in high spirits even before lunch starts. There is a cloakroom at the entrance where you can leave your luggage and coats for free, so you can stop by even while traveling or shopping.

Relaxing atmosphere in an open store

The wide windows offer a spectacular view

The buffet corner has a wide variety of appetizers, Western and Chinese hot meals, bread, salads, desserts, etc. The buffet tables facing each other are spaced far apart, so there is no line in the aisle, and you can pick up food from an empty spot smoothly. By the way, the staff's recommended route is to start from the salad corner.

Many of the appetizers use plenty of vegetables and look vibrant and colorful!

The bite-sized portions are perfect for those who want to eat a little at a time.

The hot meals are Western and Chinese. Both are authentic dishes prepared by the hotel chef, and in addition to the standard menu, there are also dishes based on seasonal themes. "We want to provide as fresh food as possible," so the staff frequently checks the buffet table to replenish it, so the food rotates quickly and there are always mouth-watering dishes on the table.

A wide variety of Western dishes made with plenty of Hokkaido ingredients

The Chinese cuisine includes standard dishes and dim sum steamed in a bamboo steamer.

The traditional Chinese cuisine at hotels has a sophisticated taste that is different from that of local Chinese restaurants.

Speaking of buffets, the demonstration corner is a fun place where the hotel chef prepares and serves dishes right in front of you. The dishes change monthly, and on this day it was roast beef. There are also other attractive dishes that you can prepare yourself, such as ramen where you boil the noodles yourself and mini pancakes that are freshly baked in an automatic pancake machine. In particular, the croissants made into crouffles in a waffle maker are so much fun that you might end up baking more than you need.

Roast beef is served with risotto underneath and sauce as a course dish.

The automatic pancake machine ensures that you can always enjoy freshly cooked pancakes.

In the crofle corner, there is a video explaining how to use it.

Crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside. A croffle with the aroma of high-quality butter.

This buffet offers a wide variety of side dishes as well as main dishes. One thing you can't miss is the hotel's homemade bread. The hotel's homemade bread has been highly acclaimed since it first opened, and is a hidden popular item on the buffet menu. There is a wide variety of baguettes and mini croissants, which can of course be re-baked in the toaster. There is also a wide selection of jams and spreads, so you might end up overeating.

The most popular item is the black bean baguette, which is made with plenty of black beans.

Be sure to add some Hokkaido cheese to your bread, which changes monthly.

Even if you're full, you'll definitely want to try dessert! All of the cakes here are bite-sized and elegantly sweet. In addition to the standard cakes, they also have monthly themed sweets, and it seems that many repeat customers come here to enjoy these desserts. Personally, I also like the baked goods they offer. Even if you don't like cake, it's nice to be able to enjoy desserts such as cookies with your coffee.

In spring, cherry blossom themed cakes will be available. Look forward to monthly changing themes!

If you have some baked goods at the end, you can relax and chat.

Recently, many places offer all-you-can-drink wine for an additional fee, but here it's only an additional 800 yen! In addition to sparkling wine by the glass, red and white wine, there is also a daily liqueur that can be mixed with soda or juice.

Actually, I went in before the restaurant opened for a photo shoot, and it was impressive to see several people, including the hotel's executive chef and the restaurant manager, checking the taste of all the dishes. The thorough hospitality is apparent in the way the food is replenished diligently, the timing of clearing away empty plates, and the way they speak to customers who appear to be in a difficult position. Furthermore, if you mention that you are celebrating an anniversary or birthday when making a reservation, the staff will ask you to take a commemorative photo. Hats off to their thorough hospitality.

I was also impressed that they provided lemon slices for the tea.

Although it is a classic hotel buffet that mainly serves Western and Chinese cuisine, it is constantly evolving and has gained popularity with many repeat customers. The service and serving style, which places emphasis on hospitality above all else, is as you would expect from a high-class hotel buffet.

・The hotel chef's classic dishes are delicious and flawless - Always provide freshly made food through demonstrations and self-service ・Easy access with direct connection to JR Sapporo Station - Plenty of all-you-can-drink wine options - Comfortable service with attention to detail

*The photo was taken at the time of the interview. The content may vary depending on the time of year.

*All prices include tax

JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo

■Address: 5-5 Kita 5-jo Nishi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo ■Telephone number: 011-251-2222 Click here for details and maps of "JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo"

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