I invited a colleague to join me for the special sushi event at K, a traditional Japanese restaurant in Higashi-Sapporo that I visit almost every month. The sushi event starts with a course meal followed by nigiri sushi, with the option to order more if you still have room in your stomach. I have been coming to this restaurant for about six months now, and every time I attend the sushi event, I am amazed by the meticulous preparation and quality of each dish. This time, the cost ratio was around 80%, which was very appreciated as a customer. I was surprised to see seasonal delicacies like Shinco prepared for us, which must have taken a lot of effort by the owner. The ambiance of the restaurant is calm and welcoming, with a clean and beautiful interior that makes it a pleasant dining experience. It took some courage to introduce my favorite restaurant to my colleagues, but they all enjoyed the food and atmosphere, and even complimented the owner for engaging with them. I am relieved that they had a good time. The menu for this event included various dishes like flounder, Spanish mackerel, king crab, grilled conger eel, bonito, octopus, red snapper, and more, along with homemade pickled ginger and uni. It was a delightful dining experience.

It had been a while since I wanted to eat charcoal-grilled fish, so I decided to visit the restaurant before 12:00 pm to avoid the fish I wanted being sold out. I arrived a bit early for lunch at 11:30 am and ordered the dried sailfin sandfish. There was one customer ahead of me, and more customers kept coming in. Luckily, I arrived early as the sailfin sandfish sold out quickly. After waiting for about 10 minutes, the sailfin sandfish finally arrived. It was grilled over charcoal and was incredibly fatty and delicious. The side dishes were also tasty. This restaurant is perfect for enjoying high-quality fish for lunch.

Last time, when I visited before 12:30, there was a sign saying "Lunch menu sold out"... It was still before 12:30, though?! So, this time, I decided to enter the restaurant right when it opened at around 11:25. But, to my surprise, there were already four people lined up. Um, it's a weekday today, right? With that thought in mind, I lined up as well. As soon as the restaurant opened, I entered and was guided to the counter since I was alone. The lunch menu is limited to 20 servings. There are three daily specials, and the Uni (sea urchin) set is limited to 5 servings... I wasn't in the mood for Uni today (also considering my wallet), so I ordered the Japanese-style mixed vegetable set for 1450 yen plus a large serving of rice for an additional 100 yen. A female floor staff member, possibly a new employee, received sharp instructions from the owner. First, a wet towel and water were served, followed by the set meal. The mixed vegetable dish was clearly prepared with care. The shrimp was properly cleaned and prepared. The taste was a bit strong, but the rice was so good I couldn't stop eating. The highlight was the side dish of marinated tuna, which was incredibly delicious. The topping on top of the tuna with the sauce was amazing. There were about 2 slices of tuna, but they were a bit sinewy. The miso soup with Nameko mushrooms as an ingredient was just the right thickness. Overall, there are various aspects to consider, so I'm not sure if I'll revisit. Thank you for the meal. #Sapporo's right choice

I made a reservation for our wedding anniversary and requested to eat tai meshi (sea bream rice) in the omakase course. I made the reservation online, but later received a confirmation call asking if we had any food preferences. The atmosphere of the restaurant was just right - not too formal or too lively, which suited us as we are somewhat particular about cleanliness. The Japanese-style decorations were cute and there were no overwhelming smells. In conclusion, the food was delicious! The salted fish roe, shrimp with sauce, saury, tai meshi, tempura, everything was delicious and warm. The tempura was crispy and the sashimi was served in four different varieties, although I forgot to take photos (laughs). We also received a complimentary black sugar ice cream which was not too sweet and very tasty. I was surprised that I actually enjoyed the wasabi, as I usually dislike it, but this one was freshly grated and not too strong. Despite reading on other sites that the owner may seem a bit intimidating, we did not experience that at all. When I hesitated about how to eat the ginkgo nuts, the owner kindly showed me how to do it without me having to ask. I had mentioned that it was our wedding anniversary in the online reservation, and they congratulated us which was a nice touch. I definitely want to visit again and try their lunch menu. Thank you for the wonderful meal, we had a great time!

New Year's party use. [¥8,000 course] + alcohol for ¥10,000. Includes chawanmushi, grilled ginkgo nuts, sashimi (amberjack, tuna, marinated sea bream, scallop), grilled mackerel, karasumi, grated radish with miso, foie gras, pickled vegetables from Nara, Japanese beef with wasabi and spicy radish, crab meat with egg sauce, blowfish tempura with shiso, bud tempura, sea bream rice, seaweed and clam soup, Atago pear, Kaga plum wine, and Kokushimuso.

I have been wanting to visit this restaurant since before December 2021. The interior is calm and beautiful, with both counter and table seating available. I chose a table seat and ordered the Fukushima-produced Aji (horse mackerel) fry set from the lunch menu. When asked about the sauce for the fry, I chose soy sauce without hesitation. You can choose the amount of rice, and I asked for a smaller portion. It took about 10 minutes for the meal to be served. The Aji fry looked beautiful and made me excited. The fish was thick and juicy, while the coating was crispy. It was very delicious and unlike any Aji fry I had before! It came with curry salt and tartar sauce, and I preferred the curry salt. I enjoyed every bite of the Aji, including the tail. The miso soup was made with red miso, which was a delightful touch. The side dish was lightly seasoned and elegant. The atmosphere was welcoming, and I felt comfortable dining alone as a woman. I look forward to visiting this restaurant again.

I visited a restaurant that I had been curious about for a while. I tried the recommended course for first-time customers, the "Chef's Choice Course" for 6800 yen. The dishes were delicious and the sashimi was extremely fresh. The grilled meat was tender and juicy, and the simmered oysters and clams had a rich broth that complemented the ingredients well. The tempura was crispy and not greasy at all, especially delicious when eaten with salt. The clay pot sea bream rice was the highlight of the meal, perfectly cooked. The miso soup was good, but I would have been happier if it was made with white miso. The fact that this quality of food comes with all-you-can-drink for this price is a great deal. Although the reviews suggest that the dinner experience is better, I am curious about trying their lunch menu next time. Overall, I think it's worth a visit, especially for those in East Sapporo.

K's restaurant - After a long time, I felt like watching TV and ended up watching the Holiday Road Show on TVH for two consecutive days, a Men in Black festival! While watching, I couldn't help but remember this restaurant and felt compelled to summarize its review. The mixed udon, which stands out from the mass-produced type, is listed as having shrimp tempura, chicken, mushrooms, egg, and seaweed. The udon was also accompanied by tempura made from udo. The udon, filled with various ingredients, had a perfect blend of flavors between the ingredients and the broth, with the crispy texture of the seaweed adding a nice touch. Even though the udon seemed to be slightly thinner than hand-made, the quality of the ingredients, broth, and side dishes elevated it to a whole new level. I came across a udon with some special techniques that you wouldn't find in a regular cafeteria. This mixed udon is probably one of the daily specials, but it was so delicious that I wanted to try other lunch menu items as well. When I entered, there were a few things that caught my attention, making me feel a bit out of place, but by the time I paid the bill, the owner's warm smile made me feel at ease, and by the time I left, I somehow felt like I belonged. I would like to revisit to see how I feel next time. I am also very curious about Noguri-san's review of the Sunday sushi, but I am now more inclined to experience the evening menu first.

I visited a restaurant called K in Higashi-Sapporo for the first time. I had been curious about this place for a while and finally got the chance to visit. I made a reservation around noon and entered the restaurant around 6 pm. The restaurant is run by a couple, with the husband being a quiet and skilled chef, while the wife is friendly and provided detailed explanations about the menu. We ordered the following dishes: steamed clams in sake, rolled omelette, clay pot tai meshi (sea bream rice), and for dessert, black sugar ice cream. We also tried the recommended dishes: ankimo (monkfish liver) with Nara pickles, giant grilled shiitake mushrooms, and charcoal-grilled aged Hokkaido beef fillet. Everything was of a very high quality and delicious. Considering the level of the food, the prices seemed quite reasonable. Personally, I loved the ankimo the most. I would definitely like to visit this restaurant again.

I was invited to lunch by a friend who was curious about the queue at a restaurant. We decided to check out "Restaurant K" together. As soon as the restaurant opened, we were seated at the counter and the owner was carefully observing the customers while taking notes. The daily specials were sukiyaki, ginger pork, and seafood bowl. We opted for the seafood bowl with miso soup for 1800 yen. The owner mentioned that the bowl had a variety of seafood, so if there was anything we didn't like, we could order something else. The order of dishes seemed to follow a certain flow, with meat dishes served first and seafood bowls later. The seafood bowl was delicious with a variety of fresh fish and seafood on top of vinegar-seasoned rice. The miso soup was also tasty. The chicken wings and jacope were decent side dishes, but could have been more generous for the price. Overall, the food was good but the service could have been more attentive.

I had been curious about this place for a while, so I decided to visit since it was nearby. I made it just in time before they closed at 1:30. They had two dishes available, ginger pork and fried fish, but they were out of ginger pork. I ordered the fried fish. It came with soy sauce and sauce for you to choose from. Everything was delicious.

After the end of the self-restraint due to the coronavirus, we had our first meal out at RASORA for lunch after shopping. We went to "料理屋K" near Aeon in East Sapporo. It was Sunday at 11:50 am, with four customers already seated and one customer behind us. The owner, who was the only staff, informed us in advance that it would take some time due to being busy, and we agreed. We were seated at a table for four and ordered when the owner was available. We ordered two Sushi Gozen sets with twelve pieces each for 2500 yen (limited to six servings) and a draft beer for 650 yen. The Sushi Gozen was sold out for us, but we were able to get the beer, which was Asahi Super Dry in a frothy glass. It was a hot day, and it had been a while since we had beer at a restaurant, so it tasted amazing. We finished the first beer in the 30 minutes it took for the food to arrive, so we ordered another beer when the sushi came. The Gozen set was packed with various items in addition to sushi, and the plates were lovely, which lifted our spirits. The main sushi included bluefin tuna, Akashi sea bream, Japanese sea bass, Alfonsino, Japanese Spanish mackerel, sesame mackerel, squid, scallop, sweet shrimp, sea urchin, and eel (served separately). The Edo-style sushi rice was lightly seasoned, and the fish slices were thick. The rolled omelet had the restaurant's logo branded on it. The pickled ginger had a mild sweetness and a hint of spiciness, which we liked. The warabi fern simmered dish was a nice palate cleanser. The miso soup contained shrimp heads, at least two types of fish scraps, firm whitefish milt, and fish roe. Even the bone-in bowl was charming. We spent 1 hour at the restaurant and paid a total of 6300 yen for two people. It was a delightful experience at "料理屋K," with delicious food and beautiful presentation. And, I realized that my food photography skills had deteriorated since I last took pictures, oops!

I was curious about a delicious small dishes restaurant near Higashi-Sapporo Station, so I made a reservation for a business dinner. The location near the station felt like a hidden gem. It was my first time, so I ordered the recommended course. I was looking forward to the clay pot rice as the finale, thinking it might be sea bream rice, but it was upgraded to crab rice! The chef seemed very skilled and kindly explained various things. Each dish was carefully prepared and delicious. I was full after the crab rice at the end. Next time, I want to make an early reservation and try the blowfish dishes.

There is a famous restaurant in Higashi-Sapporo that serves delicious food. I didn't know about it before, but I decided to check it out since it caught my interest! The restaurant, called "料理屋K", emits a unique aroma of dashi typical of a Japanese restaurant when you open the door. On a Sunday night, the place was almost full, and I sat at the counter and greeted the handsome owner. I ordered a drink and chatted with the owner while deciding on the menu. We had various dishes like marinated fish, scallop stew, grilled saury, sashimi, seared scallops, pork steak, tamagoyaki, grilled conger eel, and sukiyaki hot pot. The owner was accommodating and even offered to prepare anything not on the menu if we let him know in advance. I definitely want to visit again to experience the owner's culinary skills. The restaurant had a great selection of sake and shochu, reflecting the owner's focus on quality rather than just Hokkaido ingredients.

The food was very delicious. The chef seemed a bit intimidating at first, but turned out to be very friendly when I spoke to him. I was nervous about taking photos without asking, as I didn't want to get kicked out of the restaurant (though it was just my assumption). I realized I had judged him based on his appearance, and I regret it. The atmosphere of the restaurant was quiet and wonderful, and all the dishes were incredibly tasty.

I finally found the Japanese cuisine restaurant I had been looking for. I was impressed by the wonderful ingredients and the excellent skills that were showcased in the dishes. The selection of alcohol was also extensive, with over 10 types of sake from both within and outside the region, and even more varieties of wine. As it was my first visit, I had made a reservation in advance and opted for the chef's special course. The first course included grilled edamame and octopus tempura, followed by conger eel soup, a platter of three types of white fish sashimi, grilled summer vegetables and mackerel, shabu-shabu, homemade beef tataki with mountain wasabi and aromatic vegetables, tempura, a clay pot rice dish with sea bream and blackthroat seaperch, and red miso soup. The sake selection included Niseko Junmai Ginjo, unfiltered sake, Suisei rice, Kitano Nishiki Junmai, unfiltered sake, Takaragawa Junmai, Suisei rice, Tateyama Junmai Daiginjo, King of Modern Light Junmai Daiginjo, and Nichirin Yama-hai Junmai. Everything was delicious, especially the grilled dishes. The contrast between the slightly firm texture of the summer vegetables and the fluffiness of the rice was superb. The clay pot rice with sea bream and blackthroat seaperch in combined broth was exquisite. The red miso soup, a rarity in Hokkaido, was delightful. I particularly love white fish, whether fresh and firm or aged and tender, the perfect moisture level is key. The seaweed in the conger eel soup added a hint of saltiness, enhancing the overall experience. I have a soft spot for dishes that focus on salt, and I am easily won over by attention to detail in seasoning. The blissful dining experience passed by in the blink of an eye. I can now visit this place with peace of mind. I look forward to trying dishes like softshell turtle, pike conger, and blowfish in the future. Thank you very much. It was a delicious meal.

I had some errands to run in Higashi-Sapporo and finished early, so I decided to go to Restaurant K. This place is popular for its lunch menu and tends to run out of food quickly, so they close shortly after opening. Today, I had the charcoal-grilled young yellowtail set meal. The yellowtail, which is a young amberjack, was cooked until the skin was crispy and the meat was tender with a nice amount of fat. It was delicious. When I finished eating and left the restaurant, the sign already said "preparing for next service". You have to go early to enjoy their lunch, but it was worth it.

I had a Shiretoko chicken oyakodon just as the lunch service was ending, with the curtain being closed. The chicken had a good texture, and the egg yolk was sitting in the center. The light seasoning was perfect for savoring the flavor of the chicken. Normally I wouldn't bother with the bones, but the soup that came with it was also delicious. The simmered vegetables with Japanese knotweed were lightly seasoned and complemented the meal perfectly. The pickles and tarako (cod roe) were also a nice touch. Unfortunately, my budget doesn't allow me to visit this place regularly.

I have been a fan of sushi for a long time, but I recently had the chance to visit this restaurant in the eastern part of Sapporo for the first time. Overall, I think it's a decent restaurant, but I feel like the food lacks a bit of finesse. The way they cook the sweetfish, prepare the fish, and make the sushi all seem a bit lacking in attention to detail. The service is good, but if I had to sum it up, I would say that it falls short of being a top-notch sushi restaurant. After trying a few pieces, I couldn't help but feel a bit disappointed. The sushi rice was not well-formed, and I think they could improve on their sushi-making technique. I wouldn't necessarily recommend this place for sushi, but as an izakaya, it's a decent spot.

Having high expectations for the stance of the restaurant may lead to some disappointment. The sashimi was delicious, but overall, the price and content didn't quite match up. I felt like it's not worth going out of your way from Sapporo Station area to visit this place. There are many lunch posts, so maybe lunch is a better deal...

Restaurant K Address: 1-3-24 DONA Higashi-Sapporo 2-jo, Higashi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido Phone number: 011-795-0061 Payment methods: Private rooms: No Waiting time: None this time. Please confirm as there are not many seats. Solo dining: Easy to go alone, good distance to talk with the master Parking: Available (shared parking lot next to the store) Smoking: Smoking and non-smoking areas (completely non-smoking during lunch time/counter seats are non-smoking at night) Closed on: Wednesdays Summary: Formerly known as Kawamura-ya in Susukino, now reborn as Restaurant K with a focus on Japanese cuisine in a "standing counter style". Perfect for quiet dining when you want a hideaway atmosphere. The Japanese cuisine created by a chef with over 15 years of experience is a must-try!