Tako to Highball to Open Third Sapporo Tanukikoji Location on May 24, 2026

Venus Dining Inc. (Headquarters: Sapporo, Hokkaido; CEO: Kunihiro Ishida) has announced the grand opening of a new location for its franchise business, 'Tako to Highball.' The 'Tako to Highball Tanukikoji Yokocho Store' is set to open on Sunday, May 24, 2026, in the Tanukikoji 5-chome shopping arcade in Sapporo.

The company already operates two successful stores in the shopping arcade, 'Tako to Highball Tanukikoji Main Store' and 'Tako to Highball Tanukikoji 2-chome Store.' Building on this success, the decision was made to open a third location to further invigorate the Tanukikoji area.

About the New Store The Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade, one of Hokkaido's oldest, celebrates its 153rd anniversary in 2026 and is popular with both locals and tourists. The new store will be situated inside the 'Tanukikoji Yokocho' food court in the 5-chome section of the arcade. In a traditional alleyway-style setting, it will offer its signature fluffy and savory takoyaki (octopus balls) and chilled highballs with extra-strong carbonation.

Tako to Highball emphasizes community engagement through food. By opening in Tanukikoji Yokocho, a hub for diverse culinary options, the brand aims to contribute even more to the vitality of the city.

＜Opening Day Campaign＞ Opening: Sunday, May 24, at 3:00 PM Promotional coupons will be distributed in the Tanukikoji 5-chome arcade starting Friday, May 22. ・Offer: Choose one of the following: ①20% off your bill, ②One free Kaku Highball, or ③20% off takeout. ・Conditions: One coupon per transaction. Cannot be combined with other offers. Valid only at the Tanukikoji Yokocho store. Expires at the end of June.

Store Details Name: Tako to Highball Tanukikoji Yokocho Store Location: Sapporo Plaza 2.5 Bldg. 1F, Tanukikoji Yokocho, 2-jo Nishi 5-chome-6, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido Access: Approx. 4-minute walk from Odori and Susukino subway stations. Phone: 070-3295-8370 Hours: ・Weekdays: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Last Order 10:30 PM) ・Saturdays, Sundays, and day before holidays: 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Last Order 11:30 PM) Closed: Mondays Seating: 6 seats Reservations: Accepted

About the Operating Company (Franchisee) The new store is operated by Favors Creation Inc. (CEO: Toshiki Sakai). Mr. Sakai commented, "I was impressed not only by the delicious taste of the takoyaki but also by the energy of the staff and the passion of the executives. I instinctively felt that I wanted to help expand this circle, which became the deciding factor for joining the franchise. Through food, we will provide a space where people can connect and the local community can thrive."

【Franchisee Company Profile】 Company: Favors Creation Inc. Location: #1201 President Matsui Bldg. 100, 1-jo Nishi 5-chome-16, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido Representative: CEO Toshiki Sakai Business: Planning and production, event management, welfare services Website: https://favorscreation.com/

About the Franchisor Venus Dining Inc. currently operates 30 Tako to Highball locations nationwide, with this new store being the 31st. The company is strengthening its community-focused "store individualization" strategy based on the principles of 'genchi-genbutsu-gensoku' (go and see) and a customer-first perspective. It provides franchisees with support, including on-site guidance from headquarters, tailored management advice, and opportunities for owners to exchange information.

Looking ahead, the company is actively pursuing franchise expansion with the goal of reaching 100 stores nationwide by 2030.

【Franchisor Company Profile】 Company: Venus Dining Inc. Location: 4-jo Nishi 1-chome-4-1, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido Representative: CEO Kunihiro Ishida Business: Development and franchise operations for the Tako to Highball brand.