寿司 01
Sushi & Sashimi
Hand-cut nigiri and sashimi, Japanese-trained precision.
Maharajgunj · Kathmandu
Japanese dining, above the city.
Sushi, ramen and robata served on the rooftop of Salesberry Tower — the flagship of a kitchen that has carried food between Nepal and Japan for two decades.
空 — Sora, the sky
We brought Nepali food to Japan, then carried Japanese craft home again. Hokkaido Sora is where that journey rises to the rooftop — authentic, unhurried, and entirely above the ordinary.
The kitchen
Signatures
拉麺 02
Ramen
Broth from Nepal’s first in-house ramen facility.
炉端 03
Robata Grill
Charcoal-grilled skewers and seasonal vegetables.
天麩羅 04
Tempura
Light, lacework batter, fried to order.
弁当 05
Bento
Composed lunch sets, balanced and unhurried.
酒場 06
Rooftop Bar
Sake, Japanese whisky and cocktails above the city.
Nepal ↔ Japan
A two-way bridge, built on food.
Since 2005, our founders ran Nepali restaurants across Hokkaido Prefecture in Japan. In 2019 they brought the craft home — opening Nepal’s first restaurant with its own ramen production facility. Hokkaido Sora is the eighth and highest expression of that story.
- 2005
- Nepali food, into Japan
- 2019
- Japanese craft, home to Nepal
- 8th
- Outlet — the rooftop flagship
The room
Ambience
A woven-timber canopy over the bar, stone underfoot, and the valley framed in glass.
声 · In their words
Loved on the rooftop
4.8
out of 5
★★★★★ ★★★★★
356 Google reviews
Google Tripadvisor
“The view at dusk with a bowl of ramen is something else. Service felt genuinely Japanese.”
“Best Japanese in Kathmandu — the sashimi is properly fresh and the rooftop is stunning.”
“Came for happy hour, stayed for dinner. Calm, elegant, and never overdone.”
“The miso ramen tastes like Hokkaido — you can tell the broth is made with real care.”
“Took clients here for dinner. The room, the service and the food all landed. We will return.”
“Sunset, a sake flight, and the whole city below. Easily the most beautiful dinner in town.”
“A 360° view of Kathmandu from the 10th floor, and the design is genuinely beautiful.”
“Fresh sushi, lovely presentation, and it actually tastes authentic. Hard to find here.”
“Walked in and forgot I was in Kathmandu — felt like a quiet evening in Tokyo.”
“Tempura was light and crisp, and the robata skewers were the highlight of the night.”
“Finished with the matcha dessert and a whisked ceremonial matcha — the perfect ending.”
“Authentic Japanese flavours done right. It reminded me of home. I will be back often.”
Good to know
Questions
Everything you need before you visit — location, hours, booking and delivery.
Where is Hokkaido Sora located?
Hokkaido Sora is on the 10th floor of Salesberry Tower in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal — a rooftop Japanese restaurant and bar with panoramic views of the Kathmandu valley.
What kind of cuisine does Hokkaido Sora serve?
Hokkaido Sora serves authentic and fusion Japanese cuisine — sushi, sashimi, ramen, bento, tempura, teriyaki and robata grill — alongside a full rooftop bar with cocktails, sake and Japanese whisky.
What are the opening hours?
Hokkaido Sora is open every day from 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM. Happy hour runs from 11:30 AM – 7:00 PM.
How do I book a table at Hokkaido Sora?
Reserve a table by sending a WhatsApp message to +977 9707082507 with your name, date, time and party size, or call the same number. There is no online booking system — WhatsApp is the fastest way to confirm.
Does Hokkaido Sora have a rooftop bar?
Yes. Hokkaido Sora is a rooftop restaurant and bar on the upper floors of Salesberry Tower, with open valley views, a full cocktail and sake list, and a daily happy hour from 11:30 AM – 7:00 PM.
Does Hokkaido Sora deliver?
Yes. You can order delivery through Foodmandu under the name "Sora by Hokkaido". For dining in, reserve a table over WhatsApp at +977 9707082507.
Is Hokkaido Sora good for groups and events?
Yes. The rooftop hosts private cookouts, tastings and celebrations. Message +977 9707082507 on WhatsApp with your group size and date to plan an event.
Reservations
A table above the city
Reserve in seconds over WhatsApp — tell us the date, time and party size, and we will confirm.