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Izakaya hopping in Kushiro! 5 popular places where you can toast with fresh seafood and local sake

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Izakaya hopping in Kushiro! 5 popular places where you can toast with fresh seafood and local sake

Kushiro City is located in eastern Hokkaido and is known for its nature-rich sightseeing spots such as Kushiro Shitsugen (Kushiro Marsh) and Akan-ko (Lake Akan). As a port town, it has an abundance of fresh seafood, and is especially famous for Kushiro ramen and robatayaki (fireside grilling). Along with beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons, you can fully enjoy the local flavors. This time, we have put together a list of recommended izakaya in Kushiro City.

Created: July 21, 2026

This article is based on620Tabelog reviews.

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Akebono

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Akebono is a robata izakaya located about a 12-minute walk from Kushiro Station in the bustling Suehirocho district.

The retro interior catches the eye with its U-shaped counter and charcoal grill. The first floor has counter and table seating, and the second floor also has zashiki (tatami seating). It is said to be a lively place that is also well loved by locals.

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The “Nakasatsunai jidori (free-range chicken) hanshin sumibi shinko-yaki” is this restaurant’s signature dish, grilled over charcoal until nicely fragrant.

The skin turns crisp, while the meat stays firm yet juicy. With just the right amount of salt, it is said to bring out the chicken’s natural flavor.

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"Zangi (Hokkaido-style fried chicken)" is a popular dish seasoned with shio-koji (salted rice malt). It is known for its crispy outside and moist, juicy texture inside.

Its savory seasoning has made it popular as a great match for drinks.

Bar-tetsu

The place is lively, but it doesn’t feel too noisy, so it’s comfortable even if you’re drinking alone. Considering the portion sizes, it also seems like a good spot to come with a group and share a variety of dishes. This is a place that balances Kushiro (a city in Hokkaido)-style seafood with the easygoing convenience of an izakaya. In the end, I had three draft beers, and what I meant to be a quick stop turned into a pretty satisfying visit.

Source:Bar-tetsu's review

MoritA

The richness of madachi (cod milt) with ponzu sauce and fried madachi was outstanding. It was a dish that let you fully enjoy the best of madachi. The mochi-buta (glutinous-feed pork) pork chop was juicy with a satisfying bite, and it let the good flavor of the pork come through directly. For Japanese sake, they had a selection centered on dry styles, including the local Fukutsukasa, and it paired perfectly with madachi.

Source:MoritA's review

Akebono
Kushiro Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Sushi

3.50

Very good

269

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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北海道釧路市末広町2-12
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Kushiro Aburiya

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Kushiro Aburiya is a robata izakaya about a 10-minute walk from JR Kushiro Station.

The lively interior centers around the glowing fire of binchotan (high-grade charcoal), and the sight of seasonal ingredients being grilled right in front of you is also eye-catching. It also has Private rooms with Sunken kotatsu seating, making it a space where you can relax and enjoy your time.

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The "kaki (oysters)" are mainly sourced from Akkeshi, according to reviews.

They are served grilled or steamed, and are said to stand out for their large size, plump texture, and rich flavor. The scent of the sea spreads nicely, and they also pair well with Japanese sake.

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The “kuro-hamo kabayaki (grilled pike conger with sweet soy glaze)” is a dish made with hamo (pike conger) from Hokkaido, grilled with a sweet and savory sauce.

It is said to have fat with a gentle sweetness, yet without feeling too rich, and to be finished with a tender texture. Many people also seem to order it with local sake.

100853

The grilled vegetable assortment was hearty and delicious. I also got to try hokke (Atka mackerel) sashimi, which is hard to find in the Kanto area. It was nice that they grilled everything for us. They also had a wide selection of local sake.

Source:100853's review

cfx47

Enjoy seafood and venison from Doto (eastern Hokkaido) to the fullest. The hokke (Atka mackerel) is only a half portion, but it is still very filling. The venison has a nice bite, and the slightly sweet sauce makes it even better. The Fukutsukasa Junmaishu also comes poured right up to the brim, so I could not help ordering another. The service was good, the food came quickly, and I had a fun night.

Source:cfx47's review

Kushiro Aburiya
Kushiro Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Robatayaki

3.44

260

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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北海道釧路市末広町5-6
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Kaisen Robata Kushirokko

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Kaisen Robata Kushirokko is an izakaya (Japanese pub) about a 10-minute walk from Kushiro Station. The interior, with counter seats, tables, and zashiki (tatami seating), is not too large and has a homey feel.

It is often lively with local customers and is well liked as a place where you can enjoy a wide range of Kushiro specialties.

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The "maguro no sashimi (tuna sashimi)" is a seafood dish where the freshness really stands out. Cut to a nice thickness, it lets you enjoy the rich flavor and is said to pair well with alcohol.

It is said that many people order it together with the wide selection of local sake.

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Kushiro zangi (Kushiro-style fried chicken) is a dish known for the way you eat it, seasoned with Worcestershire sauce and pepper.

It gets good reviews for its crispy outside and juicy inside, and for a serving style that leaves a lasting impression. It also goes well with beer.

シシタカ

I started with a beer, followed by 2 highballs. I ordered karei (flounder) sashimi, tsukimi tsukune (chicken meatballs with egg yolk), hiyayakko (chilled tofu), potato salad, and kawa tare kushi (chicken skin skewer with tare sauce). Each dish had good volume. The simmered appetizer they served was warm and had a comforting taste.

Source:シシタカ's review

936cf2

We ordered steamed oysters, herring sashimi, shimaebi (spot shrimp) sashimi, and tachi-pon (cod milt with ponzu sauce), and everything was fresh and delicious. The oysters were steamed just right. The tachi-pon was also very generous, and we were very satisfied. They did not have whale sashimi that day, but it seems they sometimes get it in depending on the day. They also had Yoichi whisky. The Japanese sake menu was also well stocked with local selections.

Source:936cf2's review

Seafood Robata Kushirokko
Kushiro Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood

3.25

30

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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北海道釧路市栄町4-1
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Nichibei

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Nichibei is a casual izakaya located about a 15-minute walk from Kushiro Station. The calm interior with a wood-toned design has counter, table, and raised tatami seating, making it a space where you can relax.

This popular local spot is loved for its dishes made with local ingredients and its selection of Japanese sake.

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The "kaki (oysters)" are a signature menu item, mainly sourced from Senposhi, a well known production region. They are said to be large and plump, with a rich, milky taste.

You can enjoy them raw or as kaki-zu (oysters with vinegar), and they are also said to pair well with Japanese sake.

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The "buta-kushi (grilled pork skewer)" is a filling skewer made with Akan pork. The thick cut is tender, and it comes coated in a sweet and savory sauce.

Its impressive size makes it a popular dish with a high level of Manzoku.

take1842

Everything was tasty, starting with the otoshi (small appetizer), but I was especially satisfied with the pork skewers, which were filling and delicious, and the grilled oysters were also large and satisfying to eat.

Source:take1842's review

ekubo1993

I fully enjoyed the flavors of Hokkaido, and the freshness really lived up to Hokkaido quality, so I was completely Manzoku!! It was my first time trying jaga butter (buttered potato) topped with ika no shiokara (salted fermented squid), and the fluffy potato matched perfectly with the butter and the sweet-salty flavor of the shiokara.

Source:ekubo1993's review

Japan America
Kushiro Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Robatayaki, Oyster

3.12

35

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Sunday
北海道釧路市末広町2-9
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Kuromaru Kushiro Sakaemachi Koenmae Ten

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Kuro○ Kushiro Sakaemachi Koen Mae Ten is a casual izakaya (Japanese pub) about an 11-minute walk from Kushiro Station.

The easy-to-enter interior also has Private room seating and offers various types of seating. It has a wide range of food and drinks, making it an easy spot to drop by casually.

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"Muroran yakitori (Muroran-style grilled skewers)" is a popular menu item known for its hearty size.

It is well grilled, and many people enjoy it with beer. It is a well loved classic skewer.

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The “ika (squid) Teppan-yaki” is a memorable dish with a sweet and savory seasoning. Grilling brings out its flavor.

You can also enjoy the piping hot goodness that only Teppan-yaki can offer, and it is also a popular snack to go with drinks.

シシタカ

I wanted to enjoy a solo drink on my day off, and after trying a few places but finding them all fully booked, I was about to give up when I decided to stop in here. They were happy to accommodate just 1 person, and I started with the All you can drink option that included draft beer. The otoshi (table appetizer) cabbage came with free refills, which was a nice touch. The food was also reasonably priced overall, and I was satisfied with Manzoku.

Source:シシタカ's review

かず4295

Today’s first stop for drinks is Kuromaru Kushiro Sakaemachi Koenmae Ten, where I’m making a toast. Today, I’m drinking solo. If you go in by 19:00, drinks are half price. All the time. So I went with beer. The otoshi (table appetizer) is cabbage. Salmon and tsukune (chicken meatballs). Ajillo.

Source:かず4295's review

Kuro Maru Kushiro sakaemachi kouenmae ten
Kushiro Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

3.03

26

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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北海道釧路市栄町5-4第2オリエンタルプラザビル　１Ｆ
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How We Selected the Restaurants Featured

The Tabelog editorial team has put together this roundup article on restaurants selected based on reviews and rankings related to "izakaya in Kushiro." The selection of restaurants does not take into account any factors other than reviews and rankings, such as whether they use Tabelog's advertising services.

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