Taste Nijo Market’s Fresh Catch Cooked by a Local Chef

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6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

In the heart of Sapporo’s vibrant Nijo Market, you can choose fresh ingredients and watch them transformed into exquisite dishes by a skilled French chef—a unique market-to-table experience unlike any other. Explore the lively market, discover Hokkaido’s seasonal ingredients, and interact with local vendors while fully engaging all your senses. The moment your selected ingredients become beautiful dishes is one of the tour’s most memorable and inspiring highlights.

This is more than sightseeing or dining. Participants enjoy the thrill of discovery, the joy of selecting ingredients, and the chef’s artistry—all combined into a special culinary adventure. Experience Hokkaido’s flavors with all your senses and create unforgettable, lasting memories.

・Select your own fresh ingredients and watch them become exquisite dishes
・Savor the chef’s artistry with all your senses
・Experience the lively market and interact with local vendors
・A participatory culinary adventure you’ll never forget

What's Included

Taxes
Interpretation service
Dinner
Insurance premium
Transportation expenses to Central Wholesale Market Outside Market or Nijo Market
Shopping expenses
Beverage expenses.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet up at a hotel where you stay in central Sapporo (around JR Sapporo station, Odori Park, and Susukino area) or JR Sapporo station.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    【Meet Your Guide – Sapporo】 Meet your friendly guide at your hotel lobby (around JR Sapporo Station, Odori Park, or Susukino) or directly at JR Sapporo Station. From there, embark on an immersive journey to the vibrant Nijo Market. (Please note that transportation costs to the market are not included.)

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    【Explore Nijo Market】 Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of Nijo Market! Stroll through lively market shops brimming with the freshest seafood, seasonal vegetables, and local delicacies. Your knowledgeable guide will provide insights into the local produce and help you select the perfect ingredients for your culinary adventure. Engage all your senses and experience the market like a true local.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    【Journey to the Restaurant】 After your market visit, make your way to a charming restaurant tucked away in the city. Enjoy a moment to relax and anticipate the culinary experience ahead.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    【Hands-On Cooking Experience – cantine SEL】 Prepare your palate for an unforgettable culinary journey! In a cozy and inviting kitchen, a skilled French chef will transform the ingredients you carefully selected into beautiful, multi-course dishes. The menu features amuse-bouche, hors d'oeuvres, a refreshing salad, and a mouthwatering main course. Witness the artistry of the chef firsthand as your chosen ingredients become works of culinary art. Even if every market find isn’t used in each dish, you’ll still enjoy the chef’s finest creations with the best local ingredients of the day. 【Savor Your Culinary Creations】 Sit down to savor the dishes you helped inspire, enjoying the full flavors and textures of Hokkaido ingredients prepared with professional French techniques. This is more than just dining; it’s an immersive, participatory culinary experience.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    【Return to Your Hotel】 After a satisfying and memorable culinary journey, your guide will accompany you back to your hotel or JR Sapporo Station, concluding the tour.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Hokkaido Treasure Island Travel Inc.

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Culinary Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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