Friendly and spacious atmosphere with a welcoming owner. Despite the current situation with COVID-19, the space felt very comfortable. We left it up to the chef for our selection of dishes, and almost everything on the menu was presented. The sashimi included sea bream, and the young corn we requested was a pleasant surprise. The sushi showcased impressive skills, with a light and fluffy touch. The balance between the rice and the toppings was perfect. The lean cuts had a sweet richness akin to fatty tuna. The pricing seemed to be well-adjusted for the quality. Eating and drinking a lot, the cost came out to only 10,000 yen per person, which is incredibly cheap. This is a place I would recommend for regular visits. In one word, satisfying. This is definitely a spot to visit when in Sapporo.

The fish was fresh and the cooking skills were excellent! I was very satisfied!

Dinner set with Tokusan for 2500 yen, plus various other items, came out to 6900 yen per person.

This is a restaurant run by two brothers. The older brother specializes in sushi, while the younger brother focuses on traditional Japanese cuisine. Both are top-notch and serve delicious dishes made with seasonal ingredients. It's my favorite place to enjoy fresh fish and exquisite meals. They also serve tempura and in winter, they offer oden as well. Everything is delicious and truly unique. Simply the best.

The rice is small. The dried ayu fish is excellent.

There is a shop located on the basement floor of a long-established building directly connected to Nishi 28th Subway Station. The shop has been open for a few years. It has counter seats and table seats. It's good that they have table seats in a raised area. I visited for lunch on a weekday. There were 4 customers before me. I ordered the 1200 yen lunch menu. It came with salad, soup, 9 pieces of sushi, and a mini dessert. The sushi was served in a few pieces at a time, which is unusual for this price range. The vinegared rice was gently seasoned and the size of the sushi was standard. The selection of toppings was good for the price. You can feel the dedication of the chef. They even brushed on some sauce, which was appreciated. It may be a bit pricey for a regular lunch, but it's recommended for a special treat.

Visited around 19:30 on a regular day with a friend. We sat at the counter seats. The building seemed old, and the outside of the restaurant was dimly lit and looked unclean. As we walked through the basement of the building, we reached a place that stood out with its bright light. It was unexpected to find such a young owner, who was actually a sibling, running the place. The counter had 9 seats and there were 2 raised tables. We started with a beer and ordered a 10-piece sushi set. The cold vegetable dish and simmered vegetables were light and delicious, with just the right amount of crunchiness. The tempura, including pumpkin, eggplant, asparagus, and butterbur, had a thin and light batter, making it easy to eat. The quality of the ingredients was impressive, especially the sweetness of the pumpkin and asparagus, and the slight bitterness of the butterbur, which reminded us of spring. We also had various kinds of sushi like striped jack, ark shell, salmon roe, cured mackerel, and eel, along with sake and highball. The set also included a soup and a choice of three types of ice cream. The sushi had a mild vinegar flavor, was small in size, and was loosely packed with a light soy sauce glaze. The bill came out to around 10,000 yen, which was reasonable for a casual dining experience. I look forward to trying their lunch menu next time.

I am in Sapporo. I had a late breakfast at Sushi Dokoro Hokkai in the Central Market at 11:00 am. When I left the restaurant, it was already past 11:30, so it was almost lunchtime (lol). I am planning to head back to my hotel in Susukino and then go out for lunch, but it seems like a hassle. So, I thought of having lunch on the way and then returning to the hotel. I remembered a sushi restaurant recommended by a reviewer that I recently found, which is run by a chef from Sushi Zen. After checking, I found out that it is located near Nishi 28-jo station, just one stop away from 24-jo. It's about a 20-minute walk. The restaurant, Shizuku, opens at 12:00, so I should arrive just in time. Walking is also fun with Pokémon GO. Although there weren't many stops along the way, I was able to cover some distance. I have now walked over 550 km. I arrived at the restaurant at 11:50 am. I entered just as the curtain was being put up and was greeted by a young chef. I looked at the menu and ordered the Lotus Lunch set. It includes 10 pieces of sushi, a roll, a soup, and dessert. Since this was just a greeting visit, I opted for a modest menu. It's not a huge amount considering it's only 22 pieces from two restaurants, but it's not that little either (lol). The chef gently pressed the small rice balls, allowing the deliciousness of the sushi to come through directly. Considering the price, the Lotus Lunch set offers good value. As you may have noticed from the first photo of the sushi, the chef generously applies soy sauce. It drips onto the plate, and I had to wipe it after eating. I even asked, "Do people from cold regions prefer salty flavors?" At a restaurant I frequent, the chef also used to make sushi with soy sauce dripping onto the plate, which made the presentation look messy. I asked him to stop because it affected the taste of the fish. That's just my personal opinion. I dined at Sushi Zen main branch two years ago. I can't remember how it was back then (lol). * Salad: 1. Flounder 2. Tuna 3. Surume squid 4. Octopus head 5. Japanese dory 6. Gurnard 7. Sweet shrimp 8. Shimesaba 9. Japanese dory fin 10. Flying fish roe 11. Salmon roe * Roll * Soup

Underground mall at Nishi 28-chome Station. As someone who doesn't use this station, I was surprised to find it. They offer lunch sets even on Sundays. The restaurant has a down-to-earth atmosphere and is well-maintained. The Orchid sushi set includes 10 pieces of sushi, salad, soup, and ice cream for 1200 yen. The Lotus sushi set includes 11 pieces of sushi, one roll, salad, soup, and ice cream for 1700 yen. The sushi pieces are on the smaller side but the quantity makes up for it. The rice is slightly cold and firm, with a mild vinegar taste. The mackerel was decent, the squid was good, the sweet shrimp was okay, the octopus was okay, the flounder was good, the salmon was okay, and the salmon roe was excellent. The tuna was more than enough for the price, the flounder was okay, the flying fish roe was surprisingly sweet, and the salmon was good. They also offer tempura and other Japanese dishes, probably because the owner's brother has experience in Japanese cuisine. It's a collaboration between the sushi chef and his brother. The restaurant was almost full, so it must be popular among locals. It's convenient and easy to visit, and seems to be loved by the neighborhood.

I will be staying in Sapporo for a while and decided to search for new local spots! I had a trial lunch at Ren today (11 pieces of sushi, rolls, salad, soup, ice cream) for 1700 yen and it was delicious. I felt so happy. The cost performance is also great. The quality is amazing for such a low price, it's unbelievable. I will definitely visit again for dinner. I want to see the teamwork of the sushi chef and the Japanese cuisine chef who trained in Kanazawa. They also offer a variety of sake, not just local ones, and I was happy to find a complete lineup of Kurokiya's premium sake. Thank you very much. It was a feast.

All the nigiri sushi dishes were of good quality in terms of taste and presentation. Overall, the dishes showcased the skill of the chef and there were some standout items. The salad had a nice touch with the addition of myoga. The 6-piece nigiri set included flounder, tuna, yellowtail, octopus, sweet shrimp, squid, and salmon roe. While the ingredients were on the cheaper side, they were expertly prepared by the chef and tasted delicious. The seafood chawanmushi contained shrimp, squid, lily bulbs, and white fish, each ingredient was tasty. The oden had a light broth with a subtle aroma. The miso soup with seaweed and rice crackers was delicious. I couldn't decide between pumpkin or caramel ice cream, but ultimately chose the caramel flavor which had a rich taste. I realized I should have gone for the sushi lunch set, but the oden, chawanmushi, and miso soup helped warm me up on a chilly day. The restaurant was conveniently located in the basement of a building connected to the subway, but the monthly special lunch set seemed a bit pricey. I felt that the 10-piece set for 1,200 yen would have been more reasonable. By the time I finished eating around 12:30, the only other customer had left, so I had a quiet dining experience at the counter. Looking forward to trying the 10-piece set next time.

[The Charm of This Restaurant] ☆You can boast that this place is a hidden gem☆Sushi restaurants in the market are too early in the morning, and in Sapporo, prices are too high, but here it's perfect☆The owner is kind (very popular with elderly female customers)Lunch Set A 10 pieces + roll + dessert 1600 yenLunch Set B 9 pieces + dessert 1000 yenAdditional few pieces of sushi + beer, one beer per person, total 4900 yen【Insight】☆For big eaters like me, ordering two Lunch Sets (9 pieces each) is more cost-effective and satisfying than ordering a set + additional few pieces☆The Lunch Set is cost-effective because it's a set, but adding more can get quite expensive. I always end up ordering a little more, so I added a few pieces here (I think it was 3 pieces). Even if the beer is 650 yen, 3 pieces for 1000 yen. Of course, it was still a good deal and delicious, but did I feel the same level of happiness as with 9 pieces for 1000 yen? (I prefer quantity over quality as a big eater) I'm sure ordering two Lunch Sets (1000 yen each) would have brought even more happiness! So, I vow to come back. (The 600 yen difference between Lunch Sets A and B didn't equate to the quantity and content, affecting the price difference and my happiness)☆Just to clarify, the taste and service at this price were truly satisfying. It was Valentine's Day, and the owner's wife at home even gave us chocolates with a note saying "Thank you for always coming." This gesture was more elegant and heartfelt than a simple "Thank you for coming today." It made me feel really wonderful.

I saw a person eating a lunch box on the subway platform for the first time. Nowadays, it seems common for people to eat lunch in public places like this. I hope you are doing well these days. There is a sushi restaurant run by brothers called "Narinaryan" that my friend often goes to for lunch. I decided to try it out and entered the restaurant. The atmosphere was welcoming and the food was delicious. I had some appetizers and then tried the sushi, which was fresh and well-prepared. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience.

I visited a sushi restaurant called "Sushi Dokoro Shizuka" in Maruyama. I found the restaurant in a magazine and decided to check it out. It is located in the underground food court on the basement floor, directly connected to exit 3 of the Nishi 28-chome subway station. The parking lot is small, located on a narrow lane north of the Sun Building, with limited parking spaces. The restaurant has a clean and inviting interior, with a half-glass window allowing a glimpse inside. There is an L-shaped counter, tatami seating, and regular table seating. The young chef is skillfully making sushi for the almost full house of customers. The lunch menu offers four options: seafood chirashi (850 yen), orchid (9 pieces of sushi, soup, dessert) (1,000 yen), lotus (10 pieces of sushi, soup, dessert) (1,600 yen), and monthly special lunch (mini chirashi, croquette, simmered dish, soup, salad, dessert) (1,600 yen). I ordered the lotus set for 1,600 yen. The chef was engaging in conversation with customers at the counter while skillfully making sushi without a break. The lotus set included: 1. Black halibut 2. Salmon 3. Shime saba 4. Sweet shrimp 5. Tuna 6. Surume squid 7. Golden eye snapper 8. Flying fish roe 9. Salmon roe 10. Hair crab with miso 11. New pickled mackerel The sushi rice was slightly firm and small in size, with a gentle vinegar flavor and low acidity, complementing all types of toppings. The toppings were brushed with a light soy sauce glaze, eliminating the need for additional soy sauce. Among the lotus set, the black halibut, tuna, and surume squid were particularly delicious. The black halibut was extremely fresh with a crunchy texture and increasing sweetness as you chew. The tuna had a tender texture with a thin soy sauce glaze enhancing its umami. The surume squid had a crispy texture similar to dried squid, easy to bite through with a strong sweetness. For dessert, I ordered a kanpyo roll, which had a good balance of sweetness with sesame and wasabi, providing a pleasant aroma.

This is a personal note, but since my debut as a reviewer on December 19, 2010, it has been a year and two months, and I have now reviewed a total of 600 restaurants. Thank you all for your support. I appreciate it. Moving forward, I hope for your continued support. The 400th review was for Ajinomaru, the birthplace of Ajinomaru miso ramen and ramen rice. The 500th review was for Nadaman Gaden at Sapporo Park Hotel, known for its skilled flavors. The 600th review was for Sushi Dokoro Shizuka. Although it is a sushi lunch, the sushi is solid and well-prepared. The young owner, who used to work at the famous Sushi Zen, is reliable and the atmosphere of the restaurant is pleasant. Despite sushi restaurants often having a high threshold, this place is welcoming even for women. The owner's personality is warm and friendly, making both regulars and newcomers feel comfortable. The neighboring mother even shared her pickled vegetables with us, showing the friendly clientele. The owner is currently the sole sushi chef, but his younger brother, who is training at a traditional Japanese restaurant in Kanazawa, will join him in June. The restaurant offers coupons that can be printed from their website on Tabelog, which can be used for discounts on lunches. The lunch menu includes a variety of options, such as sushi sets and chirashi bowls, all at reasonable prices. The second visit was by taxi due to the availability of a sake set during lunch hours. The lunch options include sushi sets, chirashi bowls, and miso soup with dessert, all at affordable prices. The quality of the food is excellent, and the coupons provided are very beneficial. The restaurant also offers evening sake sets, making it a versatile dining option. The owner's expertise extends beyond sushi, with various other dishes being served as well. It's like he has a magic pocket like Doraemon, always surprising customers with new items. The sake selection is impressive, with options suitable for all tastes. The owner's dedication to the restaurant is evident, making it a delightful dining experience.

I visited the restaurant with my friends and our children for lunch. The parking lot was convenient as it was shared next to the building. There were three lunch options: "Lotus Sushi 10 pieces with soup and dessert," "Orchid Sushi 9 pieces with soup and dessert," and Chirashi. I was torn between Lotus and Orchid, but since the toppings were mostly the same, I chose Orchid. The sushi was simple yet carefully made. The balance between the rice and toppings was impressive, especially the white fish sushi was delicious. Even though it was an affordable lunch, the sushi was made with great care, so I definitely want to visit again at night and sit at the counter.

(January 2012) Today, I visited this restaurant for lunch for the second time. Last time, my husband ordered the limited lunch set of 5 servings of fresh chirashi, which looked so delicious that I couldn't resist asking if they still had it. And they did! I was so excited! It came with salad and miso soup for 850 yen. The quality of the lean tuna was so good that I couldn't pass up on such a high-quality ingredient. I'm sure if you try this, you'll want to come back for dinner for sure. (2011 June) I usually check out the lunch menu before going to a sushi restaurant for dinner because it can be expensive, but I heard that this place was reasonably priced so I decided to go for dinner. The restaurant had a clean and cozy atmosphere. It was popular with families, couples, and solo diners in the neighborhood. I recommend the evening set for those who enjoy drinking, starting with the evening drink set for 2000 yen (2 drinks and appetizers/sashimi) followed by the sushi set for 2500 yen (10 pieces of sushi with soup). The sushi that day included golden eye snapper, shark, flatfish, saury, roughscale sole, sea urchin, and other unique ingredients that made the meal enjoyable. I love cucumber rolls and squid legs, so I ordered extra. I also ordered a grilled dish with just the core of a turnip, which was delicious with the special onion miso. Other customers were raving about the simmered abalone. Why not treat yourself to a slightly luxurious feeling at an affordable price? They also have lunch options ranging from 850 yen to 1600 yen, so give it a try!

"Sushi Dokoro Shizuka" is a new sushi restaurant opened by a young chef who trained at Sushi Zen for over ten years. Located in the San Building directly connected to Nishi 28-chome subway station in Chuo-ku, Sapporo, the restaurant offers a lunch menu starting from 1000 yen, which surprised me with its quality and variety. The lunch set includes black halibut, lean tuna, marinated mackerel, sweet shrimp, squid, salmon roe, flounder, miso soup, and pink grapefruit sorbet. Despite the affordable price, the restaurant maintains a high level of skill and ambiance, making it a great place to enjoy sushi without breaking the bank. Compared to similar quality sushi restaurants in Susukino, the prices here are about two to three times lower. It's definitely a sushi place worth visiting for everyday dining.