Tachigui Sushi Akira — Standing Sushi Experience in Sapporo

by 이토록 2025년 November 1일

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A piece of Edomae sushi with a decorative fish topping, resting on a smooth surface.

Sushi Akira is a standing-style sushi restaurant located on the B1 floor of the Sapporo TV Tower in Odori, the heart of Sapporo, Hokkaido.
The term “Tachigui (立喰い)” literally means “standing and eating,” representing a traditional Japanese dining style designed for enjoying sushi quickly and casually — yet with authentic craftsmanship and flavor.

A close-up of a person holding a sushi menu with various sushi options listed, while another person appears to be writing down their order.

A sushi chef preparing sushi at a counter, with a customer waiting to be served in a small sushi restaurant setting.

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Here, Edo-mae (江戸前) style sushi is served à la carte, allowing guests to create their own personalized sushi course.
With ingredients sourced fresh from the market each morning and perfectly balanced serving temperatures, the restaurant is beloved by both locals and travelers alike for its freshness and quality.

The chefs’ warm attitude also stands out — their hospitality is genuine and attentive, and with their enthusiastic effort, guests can even enjoy a surprisingly fluent (and charming!) Korean explanation of each piece.

A person pouring sake into a glass sitting on a wooden tray, accompanied by a small mound of ginger, against a backdrop of a sushi restaurant. — enjoying a **precious glass of Aramasa Viridian and Earth**, **Jikon** — rare gems of Japanese sake, served by the glass.

In particular, the restaurant offers an impressive selection of beverages, including rare and hard-to-find Japanese sake, making it an excellent place to enjoy diverse drink pairings with sushi in a comfortable and casual atmosphere.

A bar scene at Tachigui Sushi Akira, featuring a sake bottle with a label, two drinking glasses, and a sushi chef preparing food in the background.

A hand holding a glass of carbonated drink with ice, featuring a colorful label. A blurred figure in a gray sweater is visible in the background, along with a wooden counter.

2. Location & Hours

Address:B1 Floor, Sapporo TV Tower, 1-1 Odori Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
Hours:The restaurant operates in two sessions (lunch and dinner) with limited seating available.
Lunch: 12:00 – 14:30
Dinner: 17:00 – 20:30
Parking:No private parking is available, but the restaurant is directly connected to Odori Subway Station, offering excellent accessibility.

3. Signature Menu

Seasonal Nigiri Sushi (à la carte): Market Price
Recommended set (12 pieces): Approx. JPY 5,000–10,000
Each piece showcases the seasonality of the ingredients, with perfect balance in rice temperature, texture, and aging — creating a truly exceptional sushi experience where nothing feels out of place.