Local Guide
 From parfait stores specializing in closing parfaits to famous local restaurants. Seven recommended parfait stores in Sapporo

Shime parfait" is one of the essential sweets to be tasted during sightseeing in Sapporo. Shime parfait, as the word suggests, is a parfait eaten after drinking or eating. They are characterized not only by their deliciousness, but also by their gorgeous appearance and design. Depending on the restaurant, you can also enjoy it with alcohol.
This unique culture of ending the day with a cold and sweet parfait has become a big boom in the local area and is now spreading throughout the country. Here are seven carefully selected restaurants in Sapporo that specialize in parfaits to end the day, as well as famous restaurants where you can enjoy the deliciousness of Hokkaido dairy products and relax in a cozy atmosphere.

A store that is known for its commitment to being a leading figure in the closing parfait business.

 Salted caramel and pistachio - refreshing with blackcurrant and apple
Salted caramel and pistachio - refreshing with blackcurrant and apple" (1,454 yen), popular for its refreshing taste

This store is located in one of the alleys of Sapporo's arcade district, Raccoon Alley. It is a parfait store that cannot be missed when talking about Sapporo's tightening parfait culture. In addition to parfaits made with the finest ingredients and handmade to the last detail, they also serve alcoholic beverages.
The "Salted Caramel and Pistachio" parfait is the most popular parfait, combining bittersweet caramel ice cream, rich pistachio ice cream, and sweet and sour blackcurrant mousse. The apple jelly has a refreshing aftertaste, making it a perfect match with alcoholic beverages. This is a place where you can fully experience the deliciousness of the Sapporo Jime Parfait.

The modern, Japanese-style interior allows you to enjoy a relaxing moment.

 In addition to counter seating, there is also a small dining area, so even small children can use the restaurant with peace of mind.
In addition to counter seating, there is also a small dining area, so even small children can use the restaurant with peace of mind.

The interior of the restaurant, which is modern yet overflowing with Japanese serenity, is the perfect place to spend a relaxing moment. Taste the delicious parfait at the small table immersed in a Japanese mood, and your daily fatigue will be blown away.
Seasonal fruit - two types of sorbet -", a combination of fruits that go well with the seasons, is another recommended menu item to try. The seasonal fruit sorbet and ice cream made with vegetables produced in Hokkaido are a dish that allows you to enjoy the taste of the season. Please enjoy the delicious taste with an awareness of the blessings of the season.

Local Guide Comment
The parfaits at this restaurant, which has made a name for itself throughout Japan for its "shime parfait," are the best of the best in terms of appearance and taste. The seasonal parfaits change according to the season.
Parfait, Coffee, Sake, Sato
  • Address 1F Dai-3 Hirowa Bldg. 1-6-1 Minami 2-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  •  Direction 3 minutes walk from Odori Subway Station
  •  Business hours Tuesday-Thursday 18:00-24:00, Friday 18:00-26:00, Saturday 13:00-26:00, Sunday 13:00-24:00
  •  Closed Closed on weekends and holidays
  •  TEL 011-233-3007
  •  Parking None

A famous Sapporo sweets store that continues to preserve the traditional taste

 Mashu Ruby's Reward
Mashu Ruby's Reward" (1,380 yen), a lavish serving of strawberries. Snow Royal" is used for the ice cream.

Located in downtown Sapporo, this famous store has been in business for 61 years and is a representative of Sapporo sweets. Snow Royal", made for the Emperor and Empress over several years, is a mellow ice cream full of dignity. The flavor is rich and mellow, and the delicious taste of raw milk can be fully appreciated.
The parfait "Mashu Ruby no Reward," made with "Snow Royal" and strawberries "Mashu Ruby" grown in Teshikaga Town, is a delicious combination of sweet and sour tastes. It is truly a luxurious dish worthy of a reward.

A spacious restaurant that can be enjoyed by a large number of people

 The spacious interior can be enjoyed by groups of people, allowing them to enjoy meals and sweets in a lively atmosphere.
The spacious interior can be enjoyed by groups of people, allowing them to enjoy meals and sweets in a lively atmosphere.

The restaurant is spacious, allowing customers to enjoy their meal while relaxing. There are more than 30 types of parfaits on the menu, ranging from standard items to seasonal specials.
One of the most talked-about menu items that is visually overwhelming is the "Dream Jumbo Parfait," a specialty of the main store. It is about 50 cm high and filled with cream, baumkuchen, ice cream, and fruit, and is so generous that it may be impossible to finish it without more than 10 people.

Local Guide Comment
The ice cream is delicious, but the fresh cream, which is rich yet refreshing to the palate, is also noteworthy. Many fans say that they are not fond of whipped cream, but they can enjoy it at this restaurant.
Snow Brand Parlor Sapporo Main Store
  • Address Taiyo Seimei Sapporo Bldg. 1F, 1-31 Kita 2-jo Nishi 3-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  •  Direction 5 min. walk from Odori Subway Station
  •  Business hours 11:00-18:00 (L.O. 17:30)
  •  Closed Wednesday *Closed on national holidays
  •  TEL 011-251-7530
  •  Parking None

A place where you can enjoy parfaits as lovely and gorgeous as a bouquet of flowers

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The "Parfait Bouquet" (2,420 yen) is like a bouquet of sumptuous Cheyenne muscats.

The store is located in a building on Raccoon Street, easily Direction from the main street. It is a popular local restaurant where you can enjoy gorgeous parfaits and cocktails. The "parfait bouquet," which is made to look like a bouquet of flowers with an abundance of "Cheinmuscat," the king of grapes, is one of the best, not only for its gorgeousness, but also for the variety of flavors each ingredient offers.
Each of the parts that form the parfait, such as the grape and blackcurrant gelato and the grape mousse, enhances the deliciousness of the Cheyenne muscat.

The retro chandelier and chic interior create a relaxed charm.

 There are sofa seats by the window, so you can enjoy your parfait while relaxing.
There are sofa seats by the window, so you can enjoy your parfait while relaxing.

As soon as you get off the elevator, you will be inside the restaurant. The windows face the street, giving the interior a very bright and relaxing atmosphere. In addition, the classic chandeliers and lights create a chic and relaxed atmosphere.
Among cocktails, the "Peach and Strawberry Cocktail" and "Blood Orange Cocktail" are popular among both men and women. Other parfaits include the "Strawberry Zukashi," which is made with luxurious Hokkaido strawberries called "Yotsuboshi," and some people are surprised by the rich sweetness of the strawberries. This popular menu item goes perfectly with pistachio soft serve ice cream, which has an exquisite savory and sweet flavor.

Local Guide Comment
The gorgeous taste is sure to satisfy. Please enjoy the luxury of tasting cocktails and parfaits in a chic and relaxing space.
INITIAL Sapporo
  • Address 2F DRESS Gobangai Bldg., 5-36-1F Minami 3-jo Nishi 5-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  •  Direction 5 min. walk from Odori Subway Station
  •  Business hours 15:00 - 24:00 (L.O.23:30)
    Sundays and holidays 15:00-23:00 (L.O.22:30)
  •  Closed No holidays
  •  TEL 050-5594-7040
  •  Parking None

A store where you can enjoy parfaits straight from the deliciousness of Hokkaido milk.

 You can taste the deliciousness of milk straight away. Yotsuba's White Parfait
You can taste the deliciousness of milk straight away. Yotsuba's White Parfait" (790 yen), which is as white as snow.

Located in the JR Tower's Commercial Property, this café is directly managed by Hokkaido's leading dairy manufacturer. The corporate slogan is "Deliciousness straight from Hokkaido. is the corporate slogan of the café, and there are many sweets that allow you to taste the deliciousness of Hokkaido milk straight from Hokkaido.
The "Yotsuba White Parfait" is made with pure milk fat type soft serve ice cream that contains no oil other than milk fat. Its moderate sweetness makes it popular even among those who do not usually eat sweets, allowing them to fully enjoy the mellowness of simple milk.

A stylish and natural space with a hint of Hokkaido in every corner of the restaurant.

 Inside the store, cute sundries and illustrations depicting the scenery of the farm are on display, allowing you to fully enjoy the charm of Hokkaido.
Inside the store, cute sundries and illustrations depicting the scenery of the farm are on display, allowing you to fully enjoy the charm of Hokkaido.

The interior is decorated with interior and miscellaneous goods that evoke the charm of Hokkaido, and the store is a relaxing space with wood-grained tables and chairs. The paintings of Hokkaido's magnificent nature and grazing landscapes will refresh you just by looking at them.
In addition to parfaits, the "Yotsuba's fluffy butter pancake with molasses is also a popular menu item. The richness of the melted butter and gently sweet syrup on the fragrant, chunky pancake is exquisite. It will fill your mouth with blissful deliciousness.

Local Guide Comment
Located in the commercial Property of the JR Tower, the shop has excellent Direction. It is also a good place to stop by after enjoying window shopping. There are many other types of parfait available, so you may have a hard time deciding which one to try.
Milk & Parfait Yotsuba White Cosy Sapporo Stellar Place
  • Address Sapporo Stellar Place Center B1F, Kita 5-jo Nishi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  •  Direction 3 minutes walk from JR Sapporo Station
  •  Business hours 10:00-20:00 (L.O.19:20)
  •  Closed In accordance with the Commercial Property
  •  TEL 011-209-5577
  •  Parking Property

A restaurant specializing in night parfaits with a Japanese taste

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The "mischievous Suzuran - return of happiness" (1,680 yen), which offers a taste of tea with a cute name and appearance.

Located along the streets of Susukino, this restaurant specializes in night parfaits. The store incorporates Japanese flavors such as sake, allowing customers to fully enjoy the adult atmosphere.
The popular parfait, "mischievous Suzuran: return of happiness," is an adult-taste parfait using three types of tea: matcha, hojicha, and Ishikawa Prefecture's famous Kaga-bocha (Kaga stick tea) to give it a bittersweet flavor and aroma. The bottom of the glass is topped with a Kaga-bocha tea jelly, allowing you to finish the parfait with a refreshing taste. The "mochi" (rice cake) made of white chocolate is delicious with the green tea gelato.

The Japanese concept of the store allows you to enjoy a relaxing evening atmosphere.

 The restaurant is full of warmth at night, with counter seats and a small area where you can relax in comfort.
The restaurant is full of warmth at night, with counter seats and a small area where you can relax in comfort.

The interior of the restaurant, which focuses on Japanese taste, is filled with the serenity of a hideaway, a perfect place to enjoy a parfait at the end of the day. The parfait is moderately sweet so that it can be enjoyed as a refreshing end to a day of drinking, and the restaurant places importance on the deliciousness of seasonal ingredients.
Another highly recommended menu item is the "Goldfish Bowl with Cheyenne Muscat and Passion," in which an aquarium is created using tapioca, lemon jelly, and aromatic herbs, and the goldfish are also made of kneaded fish paste. The sweetness of the Chine Muscat and the acidity of the sorbet made from passion fruit make a perfect combination.

Local Guide Comment
I want something sweet to finish off after a night of drinking! This is the place to go for such people. Tasting a slightly sweet or refreshing parfait after getting tipsy will end your day on a high note.
Night Parfait Specialty Store Nanakamado
  • Address 2F No.4 Fujii Building, Minami 4-jo Nishi 5-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  •  Direction 2 minutes walk from "Susukino" subway station
  •  Business hours 18:00 - 24:00 (L.O.23:30), Friday, Saturday and days before holidays 18:00 - 26:00 (L.O.25:30)
  •  Closed Closed on weekends and holidays
  •  TEL 011-596-8607
  •  Parking None

A store where you can enjoy seasonal parfaits in a quaint old house

 Soldum and grape parfait
Soldum and grape parfait" (1,540 yen) and "Champagne" (760 yen) are available as a set price to enjoy the flavors of the season.

Located a short distance from the hustle and bustle of Susukino, the restaurant's name is an impressive cross between a bar and a parlor. It has been serving parfait and drinks for 15 years, hoping to create a space that both those who can drink and those who cannot drink can enjoy together, and the parfait and drink set menu is highly recommended.
The parfait with originally blended soft-serve ice cream and seasonal fruit sorbet is popular with many people for its light sweetness. Everything from the meringue and baked sweets served with the parfait to the candy work is handmade. The parfait set includes a choice of about 30 different drinks to go with the parfait.

The warmth of an old private house is nostalgic, and the interior is filled with a sense of harmony.

 The warm interior is filled with cute penguin goods. Some of them are handmade stuffed animals.
The warm interior is filled with cute penguin goods. Some of them are handmade stuffed animals.

The not-too-bright lights create a peaceful and warm atmosphere in the restaurant. The parfait changes with the seasons, with pear, persimmon sorbet, and chestnut gelato available in the fall.
The Chocolate and Salted Caramel Parfait and the Sesame and White Bean Curd Parfait are popular throughout the year for their never-ending deliciousness. Champagne is the most popular drink to go with the parfait, and many customers order whiskey for the chocolate-based parfait. The restaurant is not very spacious, so they do not accept groups of more than four people.

Local Guide Comment
The parfait is not only delicious but also photogenic, making you want to take pictures. Whether you have a sweet tooth or a drink tooth, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy together, and the perfect place to make memories with your loved ones.
Barrer Penguin-do
  • Address 6-1, Minami 4-jo Nishi 1-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  •  Direction 5 min. walk from "Susukino" subway station
  •  Business hours 18:00-23:00 (L.O.22:00)
  •  Closed Wednesdays, other irregular holidays
  •  Parking None

A cafe where you can enjoy the deliciousness of green tea sweets and a Japanese atmosphere

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The "Thick Parfait Ujien Premium" (1,200 yen), which stands 30 cm tall and uses an abundance of matcha green tea.

Located in the Sosegawa East area, this Japanese-style cafe is run by a well-known tea store. The "Thick Parfait Ujien Premium" is 30 cm tall, and is a parfait with layers of various ingredients such as cream, gefi, brown rice puffs, and warabimochi, in addition to green tea ice cream, to provide a delicious Japanese taste experience. You can enjoy the changes in taste and texture as you eat.
The vivid colors are so beautiful that you will want to take a picture of it. The milk used for the ice cream and the red beans for the red bean paste are all produced in Hokkaido. The rich and refreshing taste of matcha green tea is irresistible to matcha lovers.

Sweets tasted in a relaxed Japanese atmosphere are exceptionally delicious

 The bright and spacious interior is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the Japanese atmosphere. You can relax while enjoying the Japanese atmosphere.
The bright and spacious interior is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the Japanese atmosphere. You can relax while enjoying the Japanese atmosphere.

The green tea-colored store is filled with the delicious aroma of Japanese tea. The cafe faces the street and has a bright and relaxing atmosphere. You can enjoy the sweets in a relaxed atmosphere. The store also sells famous teas from the region, beautiful teapots and other tea utensils, and matcha sweets, which make perfect souvenirs.
The "Matcha 1mm Mont Blanc Parfait," with its 1mm thick mont blanc, is one of the best in terms of mellowness on the palate. The shop also offers a wide variety of menu items that only a tea shop can offer, such as a matcha set and a green tea set, allowing customers to fully enjoy the charm of Japanese tea and Japanese sweets.

Local Guide Comment
You can enjoy the delicious taste of Japanese tea and green tea sweets. It is so popular that many people drive from far away to visit. A full take-out menu is also available.
Ujien
  • Address 10-93-12, Kita 2-jo Higashi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo MAP
  •  Direction 4 minutes walk from JR Naebo Station
  •  Business hours 10:00-18:00 (L.O. 17:00)
  •  Closed Holidays, Year-end and New Year holidays
  •  TEL 011-231-7225
  •  Parking Available
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