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- English
- Immerse yourself in Ainu traditions at “Umi Zora no Haru,” a restaurant dedicated to indigenous culture. In a space modeled after a traditional “Cise” (Ainu house), you can wear ethnic attire and capture memorable photos that reflect the spirit of Hokkaido.
- Learn the profound meaning of “Hinna” (gratitude) by preparing the traditional dish, “Chitatap.” Using a Makiri (small knife) to chop ingredients, you will experience the Ainu philosophy of respecting nature and ensuring that no part of its gifts goes to waste.
- Explore the vibrant Nijo Market, known as Sapporo’s Kitchen, and select your own premium Horsehair Crab. With your guide by your side, enjoy lively interactions with local vendors as you pick out the finest seasonal seafood to be enjoyed later.
- Savor your freshly purchased market seafood right away at a restaurant. This tour provides the perfect setting to immediately enjoy the flavors you selected at the market, offering a seamless transition from shopping to dining.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at the Sapporo TV Tower, a landmark of the city, to begin your exploration of Hokkaido's flavors and heritage.
The tour concludes near Susukino Station, leaving you in the heart of Sapporo's vibrant entertainment district.
Itinerary
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1Sapporo TV Tower
Meet your guide at the Sapporo TV Tower, a landmark of the city, to begin your exploration of Hokkaido's flavors and heritage.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Nijo Market
Stroll through the historic Nijo Market and experience selecting your own premium Horsehair Crab amidst the lively calls of local vendors.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Enjoy a short walk through the Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade, one of the city's oldest and most atmospheric covered streets, as we head to the restaurant.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Immerse yourself in the world of the Ainu at the restaurant, where you will try your hand at making "Chitatap" and savor traditional dishes and drinks. This is also the time to enjoy the Horsehair Crab you personally selected at the market.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Susukino Station
The tour concludes near Susukino Station, leaving you in the heart of Sapporo's vibrant entertainment district.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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