Depachika(Food Floor in Department store) Exploration

• Depachika is a good place to know about local food culture


• Experience Sapporo through the eyes of a local with the Sapporo Explorers


• If you find something interesting at Depachika, you can ask your Sapporo Explorers for an explanation


• Why not take advantage of this tour to find a unique souvenir from Hokkaido for your loved one?


• Compare and contrast the food offerings at two of the city's most popular department stores.

On this tour join one of the local Sapporo Explorers- living in Sapporo, the Explorer for your tour will be your companion around the city and help you to enjoy the town like a local.

Many Japanese department stores have a food floor in the basement where locals shop.
These areas are filled with various sweets, a wide range of prepared foods, and sections selling fish, meat, and vegetables.

The prepared food section in the depachika is a popular spot frequented by many Japanese people.
On this tour, you will gain an understanding of what kind of meals Japanese people typically enjoy by observing the prepared foods on sale. You also have the opportunity to buy and taste them that catch your interest, offering you a deeper insight into Japanese culinary preferences.
Let's ask your Sapporo Explorers to inquire about the ingredients and flavors from the shop staff. In the sweets section, you might find a perfect souvenir for your friends.
In between visits to the two department stores, we'll squeeze in a little sightseeing.