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Nijo Market is a historic inner-city market located in the Chuo ward of Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. Operating since the early Meiji period, it originally functioned as a local fish market for fresh catches from the surrounding northern waters. Today, the covered market is distinguished by its dense concentration of independent stalls selling regional seafood, including king crab, salmon roe, and sea urchin. The facility caters primarily to local shoppers and tourists seeking fresh regional produce and prepared seafood meals.
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Where is Nijo Market?
Nijo Market is in Sapporo's Chuo ward in Hokkaido, Japan. It sits in the inner city and is easy to combine with sightseeing around central Sapporo.
How old is Nijo Market?
Nijo Market has operated since the early Meiji period. It began as a local fish market supplied by waters around northern Japan.
What is Nijo Market known for eating?
The market is known for Hokkaido seafood, including crab, sea urchin, salmon roe, and fresh fish. Many visitors also eat kaisendon, a rice bowl topped with assorted raw seafood.
Is Nijo Market only a fish market?
No. Seafood remains its main draw, but the covered market also includes produce, dried goods, prepared foods, and small restaurants. Its modern role is broader than its original fish-market function.
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