This is our review of Soup Curry GARAKU New Chitose Airport (Maps), visited in December 2025.
If you’re traveling through New Chitose Airport, there’s one restaurant food lovers should not miss — Soup Curry GARAKU (スープカレーGARAKU 新千歳空港店). Famous for combining Hokkaido’s rich dashi broth culture with the bold aroma of spices, this beloved spot offers an unforgettable last taste of Hokkaido before takeoff.
Location and Atmosphere
Located on the 3rd floor of the Domestic Terminal restaurant area, GARAKU New Chitose Airport provides a cozy, calm place to enjoy a meal while waiting for your flight.
The interior features a warm wood-grain design and dark tones. Whether you’re on a solo trip or travelling with family, it’s the perfect spot for a satisfying final meal in Hokkaido.
What Makes GARAKU’s Soup Curry Special
GARAKU’s signature soup bases its flavor on pork and chicken stock blended with five types of Japanese dried fish to create a deep, umami-rich Japanese-style dashi.
From the first sip, the savory depth spreads gently through your palate. The secret house spice mix adds a subtly smoky, herbal aroma, while the glossy layer of spice oil gives the surface a stunning sheen.
This combination makes GARAKU one of the most famous soup curry restaurants in Hokkaido — now conveniently located inside the airport.
How to Order Your Soup Curry
Ordering at GARAKU is simple and beginner-friendly, with four easy steps:
- Choose Your Soup Curry
Pick from popular options like “Tender Chicken Leg and Vegetables” or “15-Vegetable Blessing of the Earth.” About eight varieties are available, with optional toppings such as eggplant, cheese, or extra meat. - Select Your Spice Level
Spice levels range from 0 to 10+, with free and paid options for higher heat. Beginners should try levels 2–4; spice lovers can go 6 or higher with bird’s-eye chili or habanero. You can also customize heat using the tabletop spice mix. - Choose Rice Size
- Small (100g)
- Medium (200g)
- Large (350g, +¥110)
Extra rice (small/medium) is +¥220.
- Add Sides or Drinks
Complete your meal with a drink bar or fresh salad. Orders are made at the counter and served to your seat.
Recommended Dishes – Tender Chicken Leg and Vegetables (やわらかチキンレッグと野菜)
This classic best-seller is the perfect introduction to soup curry. The bone-in chicken leg is slow-cooked until it falls apart with a spoon, soaking up every bit of the spiced broth. With colorful vegetables like mizuna, potatoes, carrots, broccoli, cabbage, paprika, wood ear mushrooms, lotus root, and quail eggs, each bite delivers layers of flavor and texture. Fried vegetables provide a balanced crispness that pairs perfectly with the soup’s warmth. You can easily adjust the spiciness to create your ideal “one step hotter” flavor.
Recommended Dishes – 15-Vegetable “Blessing of the Earth” (野菜15品目 大地の恵み)
For vegetarians or those craving Hokkaido’s produce, this vibrant vegetable curry is a must-try. It includes pumpkin, eggplant, yam, okra, maitake mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, baby corn, mizuna, potatoes, carrots, broccoli, cabbage, paprika, wood ear mushrooms, lotus root, and quail eggs — a colorful harvest straight from Hokkaido’s farms. The lightly fried pumpkin offers a caramelized sweetness that balances the spiced soup beautifully, while yam, okra, and mushrooms add a playful mix of textures — crunchy, smooth, and chewy — ensuring every bite feels fresh and exciting.
Perfect Pairing: Hokkaido Rice
GARAKU’s rice is a blend of Hokkaido-grown Nanatsuboshi rice (ななつぼし) and multigrains for a chewy yet fluffy texture. The grains absorb the soup’s flavor, enhancing its umami depth.
Try dipping a spoonful of rice into the soup first, then gradually mix it into your bowl — turning it into a comforting “spice porridge” as you eat. Add cheese or extra meat for a richer, more indulgent experience.
Takeout and Souvenir Options
GARAKU also sells takeout soup curry and retort (ready-to-eat) curry packs perfect for souvenirs. Their popular “TREASURE” series recreates the restaurant’s menu — including the “Tender Chicken Leg and Vegetables” flavor — made without additives or MSG. Enjoy the bold 21-spice blend and dashi-based depth of GARAKU at home after your trip.
Why You Should Visit Soup Curry GARAKU at New Chitose Airport
Conveniently located and easily accessible before or after your flight, Soup Curry GARAKU New Chitose Airport offers authentic Sapporo-style soup curry quality that rivals its main branch. With its rich broth, perfectly spiced flavors, and cozy atmosphere, it’s one of the best restaurants at New Chitose Airport — a must-visit for anyone wanting a truly Hokkaido-style meal before flying out.
