Sapporo Gay Bars

Located on the 5th floor of SA Building, Bar Sign Oh! offers a nice city view of Sapporo.

No table charge like most of Japanese gay bars, and straight and female customers are also welcome. Sign Oh! has been a good place to hang out with a mixed group of friends since its opening in 2011.

A "New Half Show Club" in Sapporo. The show is called "New Half" because the top part of the show artists are "new" (boobs and face jobs).

Each show is very well-executed with a lot of time and effort spent on costumes and makeup. The whole production consists of over 20 drag queens delivering various Japanese and international numbers.

The show costs around 4,400¥ (with free drinks) and is about 90 minutes long. There are two shows nightly (9:00 PM and 11:00 PM) but they're pretty popular so advance reservations are recommended.

Excellent Luck is a gay-friendly bar with modern decor on the 2nd floor of SA Building overlooking the bustling Sapporo nightlife area.

Good-looking, friendly staff and reasonably priced drinks. Ask them for recommendations and they'll happily point you to other nightlife places worth checking out in the area.

ID is the hangout spot for the young gay crowd in Sapporo. This small (and sometimes crowded) bar plays good music.

The staff are very playful and make you feel welcome. Located not too far from the SA Building.

Bar Orb is a cozy gay bar in Sapporo with a laid-back atmosphere that feels instantly welcoming. The owner, Kae, speaks English and keeps the conversation flowing, often alongside small plates of food and perfectly mixed drinks.

The space is intimate and relaxed, offering a quiet escape from the streets below. Regulars return for the charm, the friendly pricing, and the friendliness of everyone here.

Condor is a gay bar in Susukino with a full house most nights and a crowd that knows how to make strangers feel like regulars. Drinks are solid, the space stays busy, and the mood leans open and chatty. There is a table charge of ¥1300 per person. Go early if you want a seat; once it fills up, it stays that way.

Banana Bar is a transgender bar in Sapporo where guests are greeted by hosts like Jenny Mama and Ms. K, both known for their sharp wit and flawless karaoke.

The bar runs an all-you-can-drink deal for newcomers, and the crowd is warm, talkative, and often up for singing. The mood leans playful, and the conversation is anything but filtered. First-timers are welcomed like old friends!

Your Bar is a stylish gay-friendly bar in Susukino with late-night hours, dartboards, and a crowd that skews young and social. Open until 6 a.m., it draws locals and visitors for cocktails, highballs, and an all-you-can-drink menu that includes craft beer and spirits.

The interior is sleek, but the tone stays casual. Plus, who doesn't like popcorn refills and a friendly owner in his 30s who’s easy to talk to? Events run regularly, and the space doubles as a date spot, party stop, or solo hangout.