Hokkaido is famous for its incredible local specialties! Surrounded by beautiful nature, you can enjoy fresh seafood like sushi and kaisen-don (sashimi rice bowls), alongside iconic dishes like ramen, “Genghis Khan” (grilled mutton), soup curry, and delicious sweets. Trying these local flavors is an essential part of any Hokkaido itinerary.
Visit Nankouen For The Best Yakiniku in Hokkaido!
While Hokkaido is celebrated for its seafood, it also offers world-class meat. Among the many yakiniku (Japanese barbecue) restaurants in Sapporo, Nankouen (南光園) remains a top choice for locals and international visitors alike. Located in Susukino, Sapporo’s famous entertainment district, Nankouen Shichijo offers a high-quality dining experience in a vibrant atmosphere.
Fill your tummy with delicious and reasonably priced yakiniku!
Nankouen has been serving yakiniku for over 30 years in the heart of Sapporo. The restaurant is dedicated to offering premium Wagyu (Japanese beef) at reasonable prices. They carefully select their meat—often choosing only one out of every 50 cattle—to ensure that guests receive the finest cuts available.
The best wagyu that melts in your mouth!
The Wagyu at Nankouen is exceptionally tender and famous for its “melt-in-your-mouth” texture. By focusing on authentic flavors and high-quality marbling, the restaurant provides a joyful and authentic Japanese barbecue experience.
Nankouen’s specialties: horumon (grilled offal)
The most popular dish at Nankouen is Horumon (grilled offal). The restaurant uses only the freshest ingredients, served with a secret, original miso sauce. This combination is so flavorful that even those who aren’t usually fans of offal find themselves enjoying it. Don’t miss this local favorite!
Wide variety of side dishes menu!
Nankouen offers wide variety of side dishes menu like Yukkejan; a Korean spicy beef and vegetable soup, Sundubu-jjigae; a Korean spicy soft tofu stew that warms your body, and Morioka Reimen; Japanese cold noodles with smooth textures. These side dishes taste great, and the restaurant also offers wide variety of drinks as well, so you can enjoy eating yakiniku while drinking.
Great location with easy access, only 3-minute walk from Susukino Station!
Nankouen is located just a 3-minute walk from Susukino Station. Susukino is one of Japan’s premier entertainment districts, packed with bars and shops to explore before or after your meal.
Multilingual menus are available!
Menus are available in English, Chinese, and Korean, so there is no need to worry about a language barrier. The friendly staff is also available to help with your order. In addition to the a la carte menu, you can enjoy all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink courses.
Details: Nankouen Shichijo
Address: 1F Matsuya Building, Minami 7-jo Nishi 5, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido
Access: 3-minute walk from Susukino Station (Namboku Subway Line)
Business Hours: 17:00 – 23:30 (Last Order 23:00)
Closed: Generally the 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of each month, and December 31.
Note: Hours are subject to change; it is recommended to verify before visiting.
