Nijo Fish Market is a historic fish market with over 100 years of history. It sits in central Sapporo, is easy to reach, and is not far from the Tanukikoji shopping street. The market is busy with shoppers throughout the day and draws large numbers of tourists as well. Inside, there are many shops and restaurants, and its rice bowls topped with raw fish are especially well known for their freshness and flavor. Besides fresh fish, the market also offers a wide variety of fresh and dried seafood. The market got its start when fishermen from Ishikari Bay began selling fresh fish here in the early Meiji era. Over time, shops selling other goods, such as fruit, vegetables, and prepared food, joined in, shaping the market into what we see today.
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Nijo Fish Market sits in central Sapporo, near Sapporo TV Tower. It is about a 5-minute walk from Odori Station on the Nanboku, Toho, and Tozai subway lines, making it easy to reach for both tourists and locals.
The market offers a wide range of fresh seafood, including crab, salmon roe, sea urchin, and both fresh and dried fish. There are also shops selling donburi (seafood rice bowls), which are popular with tourists. Besides seafood, some shops sell Hokkaido fruit and vegetables, such as melons and corn.
The market is close to several major sightseeing spots in Sapporo, including Odori Park and Sapporo TV Tower, making it a great starting point for exploring the city.
History Nijo Fish Market (二条市場, Nijō Ichiba) has a history of more than 100 years. It was founded by fishermen from Ishikari Bay. It began as a simple fish market, but has since grown into a market with many shops selling not only fresh seafood but also fruit, vegetables, and other goods.
- Access: About a 10-minute walk from Odori Station, or about a 5-minute walk from Block 1 of the Tanukikoji shopping street.
- Address: 1 Minami 3 Johigashi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0053, Japan
- Hours: Open daily from 07:00 to 17:00.
- Admission: Free
- Website: https://nijomarket.com/
- Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/gB1uKBbToLdWT4oh7