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  • 1. Bar Yamazaki

    Chuo-ku

    Tatsuro Yamazaki opened this cocktail bar in Susukino in the late 1950s and was still serving well into his nineties, before passing a few years...

    Tatsuro Yamazaki opened this cocktail bar in Susukino in the late 1950s and was still serving well into his nineties, before passing a few years ago. In that time, his bar established itself as one of Japan's classics; he became a legend on the drinks scene, winning international awards with concoctions like the sweet, vodka-based Sapporo, one of 200 original cocktails on the menu. The staff keep the traditions going in old-school fashion, with plaid waistcoats, white shirts and ties, and can also mix up standards or suggest a good whiskey. It's closed Sunday, and there's a ¥770 seating charge, as well as 10% service charge.

    Minami 3, Nishi 3, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 064-0820, Japan
    011-221–7363

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    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 2. Hakodate Beer

    This brewpub serves the best locally made beer in the area, with five year-round brews and the occasional seasonal special on tap. On a chilly...

    This brewpub serves the best locally made beer in the area, with five year-round brews and the occasional seasonal special on tap. On a chilly day, the 10% ABV Shacho no yoku nomu biiru (literally, "the beer the president often drinks") is guaranteed to warm the bones. They also do beer sampler sets if you want to try their less heady weizen, alt, ale or kolsch. There's basic izakaya fare on the menu, too.

    5--22 Otemachi, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan

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    Rate Includes: Closed Wed.
  • 3. Half Note Jazz Bar

    Susukino

    Even if you're not a fan of jazz, a night at the classy Half Note might make you into a convert. The impressive caliber of...

    Even if you're not a fan of jazz, a night at the classy Half Note might make you into a convert. The impressive caliber of the musicians will keep you hanging on for drink after drink to see what gets played next. The cover charge and curtain time differ by night and artist, so stop by this basement spot to see if the groove going on is what you're into tonight. Wednesday is vocals night.

    Minami 3 Nishi 5, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
    011-261–5880

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    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 4. The Craft

    Susukino

    This Susukino bar with brick walls has 33 domestic craft beers on tap, ranging from crisp pilsners to hop-heavy IPAs, all listed on a chalkboard...

    This Susukino bar with brick walls has 33 domestic craft beers on tap, ranging from crisp pilsners to hop-heavy IPAs, all listed on a chalkboard above the main bar, where you can take a stool at the counter. Alternatively, take a seat by the window for a view of the nightlife outside and enjoy some bar food; the menu includes good pastas and grilled meats. It's about 30 meters west of Susukino's main crossing.

    Minami 4, Nishi 4, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
    011-241–5555
  • 5. Blues Alley

    Susukino
    Closed Permanently

    Stop by to see the regular live music on Friday and Saturday at this casual basement bar. Have a whole set of food and an...

    Stop by to see the regular live music on Friday and Saturday at this casual basement bar. Have a whole set of food and an all-you-can-drink set for ¥3,500 or one with a simpler fare for ¥3,000. Alternatively, you can just hang out with a drink and a snack. Keep the hand steady for a game of darts or pool in a place where you might have a chance to hear some live music.

    Minami 3 Nishi 3, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-0063, Japan
    011-231–6166
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  • 6. Otaru Beer Leibspeise

    Chuo-ku
    Closed Permanently

    One of Japan's first successful microbreweries, Otaru has made a name for itself for hiring a foreign brewmaster named Brian Dishman, formally trained in brewing...

    One of Japan's first successful microbreweries, Otaru has made a name for itself for hiring a foreign brewmaster named Brian Dishman, formally trained in brewing techniques in Germany. Take advantage of the outdoor seating terrace in summer, but be aware that you might have to work harder to get the staff's attention. Their downtown outlet Leibspeise restaurant serves sausage, pretzels, sauerkraut, and various experimental varieties of lagers and stouts. If you're already bored with indistinguishable Japanese beers designed more to clean the palate than be an adventure for it, drop by this bar on the third floor.

    Minami 2 Nishi 3, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 069-0062, Japan
    011-252–5807
  • 7. Saloon Maco

    Chuo-ku
    Closed Permanently

    The Stetson-wearing Japanese staff and patrons here sing country and pop karaoke, fortified by a nomihodai (all-you-can-drink plan) for ¥2,700 with beer. They have homemade...

    The Stetson-wearing Japanese staff and patrons here sing country and pop karaoke, fortified by a nomihodai (all-you-can-drink plan) for ¥2,700 with beer. They have homemade bacon and sausages, which they are very proud of and use in some of their pastas. Small plates of a variety of dishes are each around ¥700. It is a bit hard to find, but look for the bright red door and a sign for Curtain Call in the middle of the block. It's on the second floor.

    Minami 3 Nishi 4, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-0063, Japan
    011-222–4828

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