Looking for a bar in Sapporo with live DJs, good music and something a bit different to eat?
Jay's Cafe in Susukino might be just what you're after.
They don't have DJs playing every night, but you'll often find someone behind the decks at weekends. It's the sort of place where you can grab a drink, enjoy the music and just soak up the atmosphere.
The owner, Jay (pronounced Ja-i), has a real soft spot for Southern American food. He fell in love with the food culture while travelling around the American South, and he's brought some of that inspiration back to Sapporo.
He makes some seriously good sarnies, along with dishes you don't often come across in other Sapporo bars, like gumbo and jambalaya. Definitely not your usual bar snacks.
One thing to bear in mind: smoking is allowed inside, so don't expect to leave smelling like fresh laundry. But if you're after good music, interesting food and a proper laid-back atmosphere, it's well worth putting up with a bit of smoke.
For a night out in Susukino that's a little different from the usual bars, Jay's Cafe is a great shout.