FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
50 common questions about our Shinsakae seafood izakaya — banquets, courses, seafood, value, smoking, access and reservations.
Banquets & courses at our Shinsakae private-room izakaya
How many guests can you accommodate for a banquet?+
From small gatherings to large banquets of up to 120 guests. Private rooms for 40 or 80 are available, and charters can be arranged — please consult us.
What banquet courses do you offer?+
Seven courses including the Donan All-Out Seafood (¥6,000), Fatty Tuna Shabu & Zangi (¥4,500), Gout Hot Pot & Beef Steak (¥6,000), All-Crab Feast (¥12,000), a Large-Group course (¥6,000) and an after-party course (from ¥2,500). All include all-you-can-drink.
Which course do you recommend?+
Coverage page has a 3-question course navigator. As a guide: value → Fatty Tuna Shabu & Zangi (¥4,500); lots of seafood → Donan All-Out Seafood (¥6,000); signatures → Gout Hot Pot & Beef Steak (¥6,000); a special day → All-Crab Feast (¥12,000).
Is all-you-can-drink included? How long?+
Yes. Most courses include 2 hours; the large-group course includes 3 hours, and the after-party course 1.5–2 hours. A 1-hour extension is also available (add ¥1,000/person).
What's in the all-you-can-drink menu?+
The all-you-can-drink includes fresh Japanese sake sent direct from the brewery, along with the usual beer, highballs, sours and soft drinks. Hokkaido local sake is also available.
Can we book a private room or charter for a large group?+
Yes. We have private rooms for 40 and 80 guests, and can seat banquets of up to 120. For charters, please tell us your headcount and date and we'll do our best to arrange it.
Is it good for company parties, welcome/farewell and year-end parties?+
Absolutely. Company parties, welcome and farewell parties, year-end and new-year parties and celebrations are all welcome. We help organizers with course, seating and timing.
Can you support the organizer?+
Yes. Tell us your headcount, budget and preferences and we'll help with course selection, seating and timing. Card and QR payment make settling the bill easy.
Can we add dishes to a course?+
Yes. Popular add-ons: a deluxe sashimi platter (+¥1,000/person), the overflowing salmon roe bowl (+¥800/person, for groups of 4+ with reservation) and a 1-hour drink/seat extension (+¥1,000/person).
Can we use just an after-party course?+
Yes. The after-party course (from ¥2,500) is available from 20:30, with snacks and all-you-can-eat fries plus all-you-can-drink (1.5h ¥2,500 / 2h ¥3,000).
Is there a reservation deadline for the large-group course?+
The Large-Group Special Course (3-hour drinks) is for parties of 20 or more and requires reservation up to 3 days in advance.
Are course prices tax-excluded? Do they change?+
Listed prices exclude tax. Course content and prices may vary by season — please check when you reserve.
What's the typical budget?+
Order freely from à la carte; banquet courses with 2-hour all-you-can-drink start at ¥4,500 (tax excl.), and the after-party course from ¥2,500 (tax excl.). All prices exclude tax.
Can we get all-you-can-drink without a course?+
All-you-can-drink is included with our banquet courses. Whether it's available outside a course depends on the season and party size — please ask when you reserve.
Can you arrange a birthday or anniversary surprise?+
Yes, we arrange surprise staging for birthdays and anniversaries (reservation required). Let us know when you book.
Seafood & signature dishes — daily Hokkaido fair and hot pot
What are your signature dishes?+
Our five signatures: the 7-item seafood tower, flame-seared fatty swordfish nigiri, Hokkaido zangi mountain, flaming hokke chan-chan-yaki, and the overflowing salmon roe bowl. Plus the famous gout hot pot.
What is the overflowing salmon roe bowl?+
A bowl piled so high with salmon roe that it overflows, served with a hearty cheer from our staff. It's our most-photographed dish — just how high it's piled is a surprise you'll have to see in person.
What is the gout hot pot?+
A seafood hot pot piled with purine-rich delicacies — oysters, soft roe, monkfish liver and more. The playful name comes from those purines. Enjoy in moderation if purines are a concern.
What is zangi?+
Zangi is Hokkaido's word for fried chicken, said to have started in Kushiro around the 1950s. The hallmark is a bold, well-marinated flavor. We serve it Hokkaido-style, piled high.
What is chan-chan-yaki?+
Fish and vegetables grilled on an iron plate with miso — a Hokkaido fisherman's dish, chosen in 2007 as one of Japan's 100 representative regional dishes. We use hokke, finished with a flourish of flame.
What is the flame-seared swordfish nigiri?+
Flame-seared fatty swordfish nigiri — our No.1 add-on order. Smoky aroma meets a melt-in-the-mouth texture.
Is the seafood fresh?+
Yes. We serve catches sent direct from Hokkaido's ports, so you can enjoy seafood at its freshest in Shinsakae.
What's in season right now?+
It varies by season — spring: king crab; summer: hokke and uni; autumn: salmon and ikura; winter: cod and oysters. Ask our staff for today's best.
Do you have the uni dog and snow crab sushi?+
Yes, these popular specialties are available alongside the five signatures. Availability can vary by day, so please ask.
Can you accommodate allergies or dislikes?+
Please let us know in advance and we'll do our best to accommodate. Tell us when you reserve.
What do you recommend to finish the meal?+
The gout hot pot makes a warming finale — add rice or noodles to the umami-rich broth. The 'devil' rice porridge in the steak course is also popular.
Can I watch the tuna-cutting show?+
We hold a powerful tuna-cutting show. Dates vary, so please ask when reserving — it's popular as a banquet highlight.
Using the izakaya — with children, all-you-can-drink, value, smoking
Is it good value?+
We're known for value — order plenty of port-direct seafood à la carte without hurting your wallet, and the 2-hour all-you-can-drink course starts at ¥4,500. Day-of-week campaigns and add-on coupons are also available.
Do you have coupons or campaigns?+
Yes — day-of-week campaigns and add-on coupons (e.g. deluxe sashimi +¥1,000, salmon roe bowl +¥800, drink extension +¥1,000). Ask our staff for the latest.
Can I smoke? Is the restaurant separated for smoking?+
We are a separated-smoking restaurant and heated / e-cigarettes are permitted. For details or seating preferences, please ask when you reserve.
Do you have tatami or sunken-kotatsu seats?+
Yes. We have tatami and sunken-kotatsu seating as well as counter seats, so you can relax in whatever style suits you.
Do you have private rooms?+
Yes — private rooms for 40 and 80 guests, plus the main floor seats up to 120 in total. Great for groups and company parties.
Are children welcome?+
Children are welcome. Tatami seating makes it easy for families — please mention it when you reserve.
Is it good for a date?+
Yes — calm tatami and sunken-kotatsu seats are nice for two, with plenty of seafood and local sake to share.
Can I drink alone at the counter?+
Of course. Counter seats are perfect for a quick after-work drink with a few seafood plates.
What payment methods do you accept?+
Cash, credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, Diners) and QR-code payment (PayPay) are accepted.
Can I use electronic money (IC)?+
Electronic money (IC) is not accepted. Please use cash, credit card or QR-code payment.
Can you do a birthday surprise?+
Yes — surprise staging for birthdays and anniversaries is available with advance reservation. We're happy to help plan it.
Can I try Hokkaido local sake?+
We always keep at least one Hokkaido local sake, and our honorary sommelier picks the tastiest one for each season — enjoy a range of Japanese sakes.
Access & reservations — Hokkaido cuisine and sushi in Shinsakae, Nagoya
What's the nearest station?+
A 5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Shinsakae-machi Station on the subway Higashiyama Line. A prominent roadside sign makes us easy to find.
Can I get there from Sakae?+
Yes — Shinsakae-machi is one stop from Sakae on the Higashiyama Line, so it's easy to reach from the city centre.
Is there parking?+
We don't have a private lot, but there are several coin parking lots nearby. As we're a 5-minute walk from the station, coming by train is convenient too.
What are your opening hours?+
Open daily 17:00–24:00 (last orders: food 23:00, drinks 23:30). From an after-work drink to a late-night session.
Do you have regular closing days?+
We are open every day (no regular closing days). Hours may change on special occasions.
Do I need a reservation?+
For 2–4 guests we can often seat you on the day, but reservations are recommended for banquets, large groups and weekends.
How can I make a reservation?+
By phone (052-936-5545), via our contact form, or through Tabelog. For banquets, please share your headcount, date and budget.
What's the phone number?+
052-936-5545. Open daily 17:00–24:00.
Can I book on the same day?+
Same-day seating is possible if space is available, especially for small groups. Please call to check.
Until what time can I enter?+
Last orders are 23:00 for food and 23:30 for drinks, with closing at 24:00. Please arrive with time to enjoy your meal.
What kind of restaurant is this?+
A Hokkaido seafood izakaya in Shinsakae, Nagoya, under the concept 'Hokkaido Trade Fair, Every Day' — port-direct seafood served at a lively neo-robata.
Can I consult or visit in advance for a large party?+
Yes — please get in touch in advance and we'll discuss seating, course and timing for your party. Call or use the contact form.