This is a 14th generation, cozy bar specializing in Japanese sake and shochu. The atmosphere is stylish, with a small counter and tatami seating in the back. You need to take off your shoes before entering. Although the cover charge is a bit high at 1000 yen, the alcohol prices are reasonable. The owner, who used to be a sushi chef, offers a selection of appetizers and snacks to go with your drinks. The dishes, such as simmered eggplant and seasoned seaweed, are flavorful and pair well with the drinks. I wish I had come here when I could drink more!

I wanted to try this restaurant. They serve sushi as a complimentary dish, and I heard that the sushi is made by the owner or the second-generation sushi chef, so it's delicious. You have to take off your shoes when you enter. The restaurant has a dark and chic atmosphere, but it's not pretentious, and you can have a casual conversation and feel comfortable. The complimentary dish included a sushi assortment with 2 pieces of sushi. I had marinated mackerel and sea bream with salt from Sasanogawa River in Niigata. It was delicious. I later went to a sushi restaurant, but the sushi here was even better. We mainly had appetizers. They specialize in Japanese sake and shochu, and they don't have local sake from Hokkaido. I tried 3-4 different types of sake, including two of the owner's top 5 favorites. One of them was Kagamizaki. I also tried sake from Saitama, which was also delicious. I didn't take photos of everything, but I was satisfied with the selection. They had dishes like horse meat sashimi and eel, but I didn't try them this time. The price of alcohol is cheap, but there is a charge for the seat and the complimentary dish. It's that kind of concept for the restaurant, so you can't just say it costs a certain amount just by sitting down. I had a great time discussing sake and sushi, and I really enjoyed my visit. I loved it so much that I want to go back again! Thank you for the wonderful experience.

I also relied on the business drinking scenes (^^) Before I knew it, I had probably been there for over ten private and business occasions☆ Sometimes when I try to go, it's full from the outside and I can't get in (；∀；) For some reason, I feel calm at the counter with tatami mats and chairs☆ I love it. Sometimes when I want to relax and look back on the past, I think I want to go there. Nowadays ( ´ ▽ ` )ﾉ I recommend it to those who like sake and shochu☆

My favorite shochu is Maou☆ By the way, my second favorite is a lesser-known sweet potato shochu called Katana. Lately, I've been finishing work around 1-2 am and struggling to find good bars that are still open. Fortunately, I discovered an "at-bar" and it was a lifesaver! Some people say it's expensive, but I usually spend over 10,000 yen per person, so I got the stamp of approval for being the highest-spending customer. Sometimes, enjoying delicious alcohol and my favorite horse sashimi is a luxurious treat for adults! Thank you for the feast!

A late-night Japanese bar that offers a variety of famous sake. When I saw the sign for famous sake, I was excited to enter the bar. I love shochu and sake, so I was thrilled to see brands like Maou, Morio, and Muroka available. And the best part? It's only 600 yen per drink, which is a great deal! When I first left, I thought it was a bit expensive, but I found out later that it's actually 2000 yen per person once you're inside. Is it expensive or cheap? It depends on how you drink, I guess. These days, a drink of 3M brands usually costs between 1000 and 2000 yen per glass, and they serve proper appetizers, so you don't need to worry about finding something to eat with your drink.

I love the konoshiro and saba here (*´ω｀*). They are very delicious!! I never get tired of staying here (о´∀`о). The customer service is excellent (〃ω〃).

I went to @bar for the first time in a while ☺️ The appetizers were still amazing as always, and I was able to enjoy the sake deliciously. The prices are a bit high, but the satisfaction level is worth it.

I tried the 14th generation super premium selection~^_^ All the restaurants were excellent~

First visit. Used for a second party, a bar mainly focused on lesser-known Japanese sake. The appetizer was somewhat generous for a second party atmosphere. The pricing for the appetizer was high, which made it feel unnecessary, as I came to enjoy Japanese sake. The atmosphere did not seem promising for food, but they were able to provide decent sake accompaniments and even sushi. The Japanese sake selection was extensive and satisfying, but for those who are not big fans of Japanese sake or have difficulty expressing their preferences, they may not receive much guidance. The staff were not particularly friendly, and the place seemed to be run more as a hobby, with prices on the higher side. It was considered as a place with varying preferences.

You can really enjoy delicious sake here. The appetizers are plentiful and the sushi is especially tasty!! It's an adult-oriented restaurant.

A calm atmosphere with a cozy feel. They provide a selection of drinks tailored to the individual's taste. They offer many rare drinks, making it a great place for tasting comparisons. The food pairs well with the drinks, and all the sushi is excellent. The ikura marinated in dashi is worth trying. I recommend the horse sashimi, which has many different cuts. A place I definitely want to visit again.

During a trip to Sapporo, I wanted to introduce the fun of drinking to a friend who was not familiar with alcohol, so I came to this place that I found through a search. We took off our shoes and entered the bar, where there were two other customers already seated. The lineup of sake included well-known brands, but nothing too unique or rare. It was more like the kind of sake you would find in a standard bar. The tasting set of 3 types of sake was 900 yen. When I asked about the quantity, they brought out shot-sized glasses, and I learned that a regular serving is 180ml. I chose two fancy sakes for my friend. As a complimentary dish, we were served braised beef tendon and a plate of pickles and other items. When I asked about the cost of the dish, I was told it was 1,000 yen for the dish and an additional 1,000 yen as a seating charge, totaling 2,000 yen just to sit down. Adding the cost of the sake, the whole experience ended up costing around 3,000 yen. The bartender confirmed they could serve warm sake, but the method they used only warmed it to a lukewarm temperature, not fully bringing out the charm of warm sake. I didn't engage in conversation with the bartender. They seemed more interested in chatting with the other customers, in a casual and laid-back manner. Additionally, the bartender smoked multiple cigarettes in front of the customers, which seemed unprofessional.

This is a place in Sapporo, located in Chuo-ku, Minami 7-jo Nishi 4-chome, which is Susukino. For those who are not familiar, you can check the map on Tabelog as usual. After getting tired of the all-you-can-drink sake at the first New Year's party, I headed to a shop that was featured in a certain magazine in search of good sake. I easily found the shop because there is a popular ramen shop in the same building. As I arrived at the shop, I saw a famous shochu noren curtain for sun protection, so I knew I was in the right place. I took off my shoes at the entrance and sat at the counter seat by the sunken kotatsu table. I started by chatting with the shop owner about how I found the place. Then, I looked at the menu, which included sake, fruit liquor, and food items, while the shochu bottles on the wall shelf served as the shochu menu. I ordered a full-bodied type of sake called "Ho-o Mitaka" and paired it with three appetizers: "Fresh Pickles," "Dried Firefly Squid," and "Pickled Herring." Next, I tried a refreshing sake called "Isojiman" and enjoyed the shop's signature dish, horse sashimi, specifically the "Harami" cut, which had a good balance of fat and lean meat. The owner mentioned they had "Liver Sashimi" that day, so I couldn't resist ordering it as well. I then switched to shochu and had it warmed with Chiyoka, followed by "Sato no Kuro" which was pre-cut. The temperature control was left to me. The liver was fresh, without any unpleasant odor, and even had a hint of sweetness. This time, I visited alone during the early hours, but next time I would love to visit with fellow sake and shochu lovers.

On Thursday night, there was a flag outside the store indicating a Japanese sake specialty shop. As a big fan of Japanese sake, I went in alone. I planned to have about two drinks and then leave. I ordered a cold bottle of Shimeharitsuru and a hot bottle of Eikaijin, thinking it would cost around 2000 yen including the cover charge and appetizer. However, I was surprised to find out that the cover charge was 1000 yen and the appetizer was another 1000 yen, making it a total of 3600 yen for just two drinks. The first sake was served in a cut glass-like cup that had been chilled to perfection. The second hot sake was served in a cut glass-like cup that had not been chilled. I won't say anything further.

In October 2012, I visited the "@BAR" in Susukino. As a sake lover, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to check it out. When I entered, it was almost full, but I managed to find a seat. I was delighted to see a wide selection of sake on the menu. This place became a must-visit spot for me in Sapporo. I'm sure they have a good selection of shochu as well, but I'm not familiar with it. I ended up going there twice during my 3-night, 4-day stay. If you love sake, I highly recommend checking it out.

I went to a restaurant recommended by a friend for its delicious horse sashimi. The entrance was somewhat hidden, and it was easy to miss. It felt a bit intimidating to enter. The restaurant specialized in Japanese sake, and since I hadn't had good sake in a while, I decided to go in (although my main purpose was the horse sashimi). As soon as I entered, I had to take off my shoes and found a small counter with about 7 seats. There was also a private room in the back. The atmosphere was calm and the master behind the counter didn't say much. The back wall was lined with a variety of Japanese sake bottles. The lighting at the counter created a nice ambiance. Instead of sake, I first looked at the horse sashimi menu. I was surprised to see such a wide variety of horse sashimi cuts (including some rare ones). I ordered a few items and they generously provided various condiments, allowing me to enjoy the ingredients according to my preference. The selection of sake was extensive, with many unique options for sake (shochu and sake). It was a great place for sake lovers to enjoy. Having a leisurely time with delicious sake and horse sashimi, whether alone or with a partner, while chatting with the master, is a rare experience. This is a place that I want to cherish.