Kisui maintains a dedicated commitment to quality by having the chef personally visit the market every morning to scrutinize and select the finest ingredients. Their policy revolves around the uncompromising principle of not using any frozen or farmed ingredients to offer the utmost Japanese cuisine. Kisui meticulously sources fresh seafood from various regions, such as premium ingredients like abalone and golden cuttlefish found in Hokkaido, as well as the treasures of the mountains like matsutake mushrooms and wild vegetables. Regardless of the origin, they carefully select ingredients in their best possible state, emphasizing the natural flavors and serving them at the peak of their deliciousness.

Chef of Kisui, Takayuki Kudo

The owner-chef of Kisui, Takayuki Kudo, after gaining experience through training at hotels and Japanese restaurants in Sapporo, established his own restaurant, Kisui, in 2001. In 2015, he relocated the restaurant to its current location. For over 20 years, he has been dedicated to offering high-quality Japanese cuisine in the bustling streets of Susukino in Sapporo.

Beverage Options

Chef Kudo is not only an expert in cuisine but also a discerning connoisseur of sake. Kisui offers a rich variety of sake, including seasonal selections like "Nama-zake" (unpasteurized sake) and "Hiya-oroshi." A particular standout is the Junmai sake from Aomori, known as "Denshu," whose name originates from its association with "rice field sake." This sake's unique flavor profile is even more captivating because of its name. In addition to sake, Kisui also carefully curates a selection of wines that pair harmoniously with their dishes.

Kisui’s Counter-seats

Situated in the convenient location of Susukino, only a 2-minute walk from Susukino Station in Sapporo, Kisui is an exquisite, creative cuisine restaurant hidden in the cityscape. The restaurant features 10 counter-seats, providing an ambiance filled with the warmth of traditional Japanese design.

Tableware

Kisui serves its meals on distinctive ceramic tableware created by Toshiya Shimozawa, a renowned local potter from Sapporo. This artistic presentation, where fine Japanese cuisine harmonizes with artisanal ceramics, will captivate your senses. The combination of Chef Kudo's culinary artistry and the beauty of these ceramics creates an artistic atmosphere that enchants guests, making Kisui a place where you can enjoy both culinary arts and visual arts.