When traveling to Sapporo, many people visit Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill with the figure of Dr. William Smith Clark pointing outwards giving his nationally famed parting speech – “Boys, be ambitious!” Dr. Clark made a profound and lasting impact in the agricultural development of Hokkaido. That positive agricultural impact is evident in nearby organic eateries like Café Chienoki.
Once a mere garage, Noah and his wife Yoshiko converted the space to its cosy, contemporary form and started the cafe in 2003, basing the food on the positive effects of Macrobiotics. They also have a physical therapy practice next door as well as a health foods store. All in all, this is truly an establishment to treat your body and soul.
(top) These veggies came with a nice gray salsa, adding some tanginess to the crunch. It has a hummus/pesto like quality to it.
