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Cheers in the Cool North: Sapporo's Epic Summer Beer Gardens

Cheers in the Cool North: Sapporo's Epic Summer Beer Gardens

  • Written by: Guest Contributor
Date published: 15 June 2026

Hokkaido’s capital is famous for its crisp summer air, world-class brews, and sizzling Jingisukan (lamb BBQ)! Summer in Sapporo means massive, lively celebrations—including the legendary Odori Park beer festival where giant brewery tents span multiple city blocks. From all-night grilling in the vibrant Susukino district to camping-style rooftop retreats, here are the absolute best places to grab a cold pint and enjoy Sapporo's refreshingly cool summer nights.

Table of Contents
  1. Classic Beer Gardens & Rooftops
  2. Other Summer Concepts & Beer Festivals

Classic Beer Gardens & Rooftops

Sapporo TV Tower BEER GARDEN (Sapporo TV Tower)

Sapporo TV Tower BEER GARDEN (Sapporo TV Tower)

Set beneath the iconic Sapporo TV Tower, this location pairs summer evenings with panoramic park views and an amazing view of the TV tower from below. Their beer garden event got started on May 23rd and will last until September 13th. This year features a 108-day theme of Sapporo Classic beer and Jingisukan (grilled lamb) BBQ. The white tents and close together seating are really reminiscent of a German beer garden, and the local area puts you right at the center of Sapporo life.

The landmark’s skyline backdrop with long communal tables and a bustling market‑style atmosphere really suits the three all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink courses: the 100-minute 5,500-yen course, the 100-minute 6,600-yen course, and the 120-minute 9,900-yen course.

The pricing mentioned above is at an approachable level for a park festival, and the menu options that make it a natural choice for large groups, families, and visitors who want a quintessential Sapporo summer experience; the venue’s broad appeal also suits tourists seeking a lively outdoor meal and locals gathering after work.

Sapporo TV Tower BEER GARDEN
  • Season: May 29 to Sep 13, 2026
  • Hours: May 29 – June 18: 12 PM – 8:30 PM (Last order for all items: 8 PM); June 19 – Sep 13: 12 PM – 9:30 PM (Last order for all items: 9 PM)
  • Rules/Weather: Open rain or shine, but will close if dangerous weather conditions (like strong wind) occur.
  • Dietary Options: Premium alcohol-free beer and basic soft drinks are available. The menu is heavily focused on Jingisukan (lamb/pork/chicken), but a la carte vegetable platters and edamame are available for vegetarians.
  • Website: https://the-gardensapporo.jp/beergarden/

Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu Beer Garden (Garden Terrace)

Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu Beer Garden (Garden Terrace)

Located under the Sapporo Excel hotel’s sheltered rooftop, the Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu’s beer garden offers a refined beer‑garden experience for 2026 that’s centered around all-you-can-drink option paired with individual dishes. This year’s event starts on June 13th and will finish on September 13th. Built around comfort and weather‑resilient dining, the terrace’s evening lighting and calm layout make it a comfortable place to unwind after sightseeing or work.

With a focus on drinking with a choice of 20 individually priced plates, there is also a standard plan for parties of two or more, and a party plan for parties of four people or more. The all-you-can-drink includes a range of Japanese beers such as Sapporo Classic, Asahi Super Dry, Kirin Ichiban Shibori, Premium Malt, SORACHI 1984, etc., as well as a range of cocktails and soft drinks. The individually priced plates include curry, steak, fresh salad, and more. The menu balances approachable bar fare with vegetarian‑friendly a la carte options—cheese boards, Caprese salad, vegetable sticks, and garlic potato salad. The BBQ set includes cuts of lamb shoulder, chicken thigh, pork shoulder, beef, scallops and shrimp skewers.

The 90-minute all-you-can-drink only course costs 3,000 yen per person while the individually priced dishes range from 500 yen for small dishes to 6,000 yen for pound steak. The BBQ menu includes all-you-can-drink but the price point is quite high with the standard course costing 8,500 yen per person and the party plan costing 8,000 yen per person. The sheltered setting and varied menu also make it a smart choice for guests who want a reliable, weather‑proof beer‑garden experience.

Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu Beer Garden
  • Season: Jun 13 to Sep 13, 2026
  • Hours: Dinner: 4 PM – 9 PM (Last order for food: 8 PM / drinks: 8:30 PM); Lunch (Weekends/Holidays only): 12 PM – 3 PM (Last order for food: 2 PM / drinks: 2:30 PM)
  • Rules/Weather: Tents are provided (roofed), making it a safe choice even in the rain.
  • Dietary Options: Excellent non-alcoholic choices, including jelly cocktails (mango, plum, etc.) and soft drinks. Vegetarian-friendly a la carte options include cheese boards, Caprese salad, vegetable sticks, and garlic potato salad.
  • Website
  • Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu
    札幌エクセルホテル東急
    • Address Chuo-ku Minami 8-jo Nishi 5-420, Sapporo, Hokkaido View Map
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BUDDY BUDDY (Roof Top Beer Garden)

BUDDY BUDDY brings an American Southern‑style BBQ energy to Sapporo’s rooftop beer garden scene for 2026, with a bold menu and a global beer focus that will appeal to all beer and meat lovers. BUDDY BUDDY is open year-round with a strong US vibe, so it makes sense that it leans into this for its beer garden season which kicked off at the end of May and will last until September 23rd. Due to limited seats it is recommended that this is reserved in advance.

The set BBQ course menu is divided into A and B. Set A features a chicken and seafood Jambalaya while set B has the highlight of a country-style Furano pork stew. In addition, this menu includes cuts of beef, Cajun chicken wings, sausages and grilled cheese oysters. A range of beers are included in this all-you-can-drink course, such as Corona, Goose Island IPA and Hoegaarden White.

The BBQ set starts at an extremely reasonable 3,900 yen per person, and it is possible to order extras such as a meat platter (1,400 yen), a vegetable platter (800 yen), and a Jingisukan platter (1,300 yen). BUDDY BUDDY a strong pick for friend groups, casual celebrations, and anyone craving a robust, beer‑forward BBQ night rather than a light outing.

  • ・Season: Reservations open starting May 1, 2026 (Runs through summer).
  • Dietary Options: Focus is heavily on craft beer and American BBQ (meat).
  • Website
  • BUDDY BUDDY Roof Top Beer Garden
    バディバディ ルーフトップビアガーデン
    • Address Paradise Building 3F, 1-2-3 Johigashi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0032
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Susukino Beer Garden (New Keiwa Building Rooftop)

Susukino Beer Garden is a late‑night, high‑energy venue that will open on June 15th. Featuring basic seating and operating hours that go into the early morning hours, this is the perfect spot for people on a long night out. Located on a central Susukino rooftop, there is an emphasis on tabletop charcoal grills with an izakaya‑style menu, and a party atmosphere.

You can choose to just do all-you-can-drink or choose this together with a variety of all-you-can-eat BBQ and izakaya style dishes. Prices range from 4,378 yen per person for a 60-minute course.

  • Season: Summer 2026
  • Hours: 6 PM – 6 AM (Next morning)
  • Rules/Weather: Open all night until 6 AM. Charcoal grill at your table.
  • Dietary Options: Standard izakaya/BBQ fare; likely has standard soft drinks, but primarily focused on late-night drinking and Jingisukan/seafood.
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  • Susukino Beer Garden
    ニュー桂和ビルすすきのビアガーデン
    • Address New Keiwa Building Rooftop, Minami 5 Jonishi - Minami 6 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido
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Norbesa Rooftop Beer Garden (Norbesa)

(Image from 2025 Beergaden & BBQ 'The Camp')
(Image from 2025 Beergaden & BBQ 'The Camp')

Located under Norbesa’s rooftop Ferris wheel, the Norbesa Rooftop Beer Garden kicks off at the beginning of June with a fun concept for 2026—Hawaiian‑style ALOHA AMIGO in the south venue and THE CAMP BBQ in the north venue—each delivering a themed, photogenic rooftop experience that’s easy to enjoy with friends. With a focus on evening casual dining, the Hawaiian-themed area features palm trees, wooden furniture, and muted lighting. In contract, the CAMP area is like an oasis within the city and has camp BBQ grills and tents.

The food in each area plays off its theme: ALOHA AMIGO features more tropical plates and lighter grill items, while CAMP focuses on hearty BBQ camp fare; both venues offer standard soft drinks and a selection of beers. The dual‑venue format lets visitors pick between a relaxed Hawaiian vibe or a more rustic BBQ camp experience for their food and drinks.

The CAMP features an eight dish BBQ set with all-you-can-drink for 5,000 yen per person (half price for kids at elementary school or younger) with options for more expensive courses or cheaper courses (a six-dish course without drinks costs 3,600 yen), and there is an all-you-can-drink only option for 2,500 yen for two hours. The ALOHA AMIGO area has similar pricing with their steak and BBQ plan costing 5,300 yen per person.

  • Season: South Venue: Jun 6 to Aug 30 / North Venue: Jun 13 to Sep 14, 2026.
  • Hours: 3 PM – 11:30 PM (Last order: 11 PM). Note: North venue shifts to 5 PM open on weekdays in September.
  • Rules/Weather: Located right under the iconic rooftop Ferris wheel. Walk-ins accepted but reservations recommended due to scale.
  • Dietary Options: South venue is Hawaiian Grill, North is BBQ Camp. Both will have standard soft drinks, but the focus is heavily on meat/grill courses.
  • Website:
    BBQ & BEER GARDEN “THE CAMP”
  • Norbesa Rooftop Beer Garden
    ノルベサ屋上ビアガーデン
    • Address Norbesa 7F, Minami 3 Jonishi - Minami 5 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0063
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    • Phone Number 011-271-3630

Other Summer Concepts & Beer Festivals

Kotoni Garden (Hotel Kotoni Sapporo Rooftop)

Kotoni Garden brings a relaxed, camp‑like rooftop experience to the Hotel Kotoni Sapporo for 2026, blending tented seating and a cozy, daytime‑to‑early‑evening schedule that’s ideal for leisurely summer afternoons. The venue’s intimate rooftop layout emphasizes comfort and small‑group conviviality, with tent rooms that create a semi‑private, outdoor‑camp atmosphere and flexible hours that suit daytime visitors as well as early evening diners. Food offerings focus on approachable, comforting plates—light grilled snacks, jacket potatoes, potato salad, and edamame—paired with non‑alcoholic beers, sparkling mocktails, and a selection of soft drinks; vegetarian‑friendly snacks are explicitly noted to accommodate varied diets. “Offers non‑alcoholic beer, mocktail‑style sparkling drinks, and soft drinks. Vegetarian‑friendly snacks include edamame, potato salad, salted kombu cabbage, and jacket potatoes with butter.” Pricing is modest and tailored to daytime and early evening crowds, making Kotoni Garden a great pick for families, small friend groups, and diners seeking a quieter rooftop option; its tented seating also appeals to guests who prefer a sheltered, relaxed setting rather than a high‑energy festival vibe.

Hotel Kotoni Sapporo Rooftop
  • Season: Open from June 2026
  • Hours: 12 PM – 6 PM (Last order: 5 PM) Based on May limited schedule.
  • Rules/Weather: Rooftop with tent rooms available for a camp-like feel. May close or end early depending on the weather.
  • Dietary Options: Offers non-alcoholic beer, mocktail-style sparkling drinks, and soft drinks. Vegetarian-friendly snacks include edamame, potato salad, salted kombu cabbage, and jacket potatoes with butter.
  • Website
  • Hotel Kotoni Sapporo
    ホテルコトニ札幌
    • Address 2-5-4-5 Kotoni, Nishi Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 063-0812
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CANVAS ROOFTOP (Outdoor Living SAPPORO)

CANVAS ROOFTOP returns for 2026 as an outdoor‑living concept that emphasizes bonfire warmth, wooden‑deck charm, and a curated Jingisukan experience by reservation. The rooftop’s design leans into communal outdoor dining with long tables, fire pits, and a relaxed, rustic aesthetic that suits groups who want a social, hands‑on meal. It opened in May and will close in September.

With its tents and BBQ grills, this venue lets you cook your food over a fire. There is a 90-minute all-you-can-drink option and a range of individually priced dishes which include skewers, marshmallows and pizza. One set menu lets you pick any three skewers and a marshmallow. An interesting aspect is that you can finish-cook your pizza over a fire too.

Pricing for the Jingisukan set is designed for shared dining and typically starts at a group‑friendly level, making CANVAS ideal for office parties, family gatherings, and friends who want an interactive BBQ experience. The all-you-can-drink option costs 3,000 yen per person, and there is a cost of 900 yen per two skewers of meat and 2,500 yen for the bonfire skewer set. Their rooftop pizza costs 2,800 and can be made with a range of different toppings.

CANVAS ROOFTOP Outdoor Living SAPPORO (The Royal Park Canvas - Sapporo Odori Park)
  • Season: May to Sep, 2026 (For Jingisukan; Bar operates year-round except winter).
  • Hours: Jingisukan: 5 PM – 11 PM (Last order: 8 PM) - By reservation only; Bar: 3 PM – 11 PM (Last order: 10 PM)
  • Rules/Weather: Wooden deck rooftop with bonfires. Entirely non-smoking. Menu subject to availability.
  • Dietary Options: Bar offers various beverages, likely including non-alcoholic options, but food is strictly Jingisukan (meat) focused during the summer event.
  • Website
  • The Royal Park Canvas - Sapporo Odori Park
    ザ ロイヤルパーク キャンバス 札幌大通公園
    • Address 1-12 Odorinishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0042
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Sapporo Summer Festival (Odori Park)

Sapporo Summer Festival (Odori Park)

The Sapporo Summer Festival at Odori Park transforms the city’s central green into a sprawling, multi‑block beer‑garden celebration for 2026, offering an unparalleled festival atmosphere that blends major brewery zones, food stalls, and family‑friendly programming.

  • Season: Jul 23 to Aug 18, 2026
  • Hours: 12 PM – 9 PM (Last order not explicitly stated, generally 8:45 PM)
  • Rules/Weather: Massive park-wide event. Covered seating is available in certain vendor sections, but mostly open-air. Cashless payments are supported.
  • Dietary Options: Because this spans multiple blocks (Suntory, Asahi, Kirin, Sapporo, World Beer), there are extensive non-alcoholic beers, mocktails, and a massive variety of food stalls catering to all dietary needs, including vegetarian snacks.
  • Website
  • Sapporo Summer Festival (Odori Park)
    さっぽろ大通ビアガーデン
    • Address Odori Park (Nishi 5-Chome to 11-Chome), Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaid
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*This information is from the time of this article's publication.
*Prices and options mentioned are subject to change.
*Unless stated otherwise, all prices include tax.

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