Takamura

Just like how it is tucked on the fringe of Sapporo, closer to Mt. Moiwa than it is to the city center, Teppanyaki French Tamura flourishes at the intersection between French and Japanese. Led by a chef with 20 years of experience at the esteemed Nadaman, the restaurant offers a refreshingly straightforward menu that embodies its Gallic influence. Most courses showcase the Hokkaido-raised wagyu beef, which is cooked right before guests, but other items stand out in thoughtful subtleness. Salmon and white fish arrive with salmon roe; French baguettes are treated on the same teppan grill and served with cheese. The chef also elevates familiar teppanyaki dishes through skilful high-low ingredient pairings — think spiny lobster, foie gras, and abalone. The garlic rice, often overplayed in the realm of teppanyaki, is lightly fried but comes with a strong garlic punch. The experience unfolds in an airy, modern space. Despite its striking design—featuring clean, mid-century lines, textured red bricks, and floor-to-ceiling windows—the structure harmonizes with the surrounding residential neighborhood. It’s an enchanting space that seemingly finds itself at home — and at home, you may feel.