The Sapporo Beer Garden is one of Hokkaido's most celebrated dining and entertainment destinations, built within a historic red-brick former brewery complex. It stands adjacent to the Sapporo Beer Museum—the only beer museum in Japan—and is instantly recognizable by its striking architecture and 48.5-meter-high chimney. The complex is the epicenter of Hokkaido’s signature communal meal: Jingisukan (Genghis Khan), featuring grilled lamb or mutton.

Distinct Dining Halls:

• Kessel Hall: The centerpiece, built around a giant 1912 beer-brewing pot (Kessel). Offers the liveliest beer garden experience with tableside grilling.

• Garden Grill: Refined hall with smokeless induction grills, featuring specialty lamb cuts, fresh Hokkaido seafood (like crab), and local vegetables.

• Lilac Hall: Subdued, historic setting with red-brick walls; specializes in classic Jingisukan cooked tableside on a domed grill.

• Poplar Hall: Spacious and modern, ideal for All-You-Can-Eat (AYCE) and All-You-Can-Drink courses, serving a wide selection of grilled meats (lamb, chicken, pork).

Culinary Highlights:

Halls serve iconic Sapporo drafts, including Hokkaido-exclusive SAPPORO CLASSIC and Black Label. Specialty historical brews like Kaitakushi-Beer are available for tasting at the neighboring Beer Museum’s Star Hall.

Easily accessible from central Sapporo.

• By bus: Loop 88 Factory Line (Bus Stop 2 from Sapporo Station North Exit, approx. 7–10 min ride).
• By taxi: approximately 7 minutes from Sapporo Station.

• Try the AYCE course for a full Jingisukan and beer experience. Indoor halls are open year-round; in summer, the broader beer garden concept may include outdoor or tented seating.

Admission Fee:

• Free entry to the Beer Garden and Museum exhibit halls; paid tickets required for tasting flights at the Star Hall.

Opening Time:

• Monday – Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM (Museum exhibits may close slightly earlier, around 6:00 PM).