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Lucky Pierrot — Hokkaido's Beloved Burger Chain

Published: Jul 22, 2026

Updated: Jul 22, 2026

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Lucky Pierrot — Hokkaido's Beloved Burger Chain

Lucky Pierrot (ラッキーピエロ) is a Hakodate-only burger chain with 17 locations, each themed differently (pirate ship, carousel, Chinese palace, etc.). Founded in 1987, it has become a cultural institution — locals call it 'Rakkii' and visitors make pilgrimage for the 'Chinese Chicken Burger' (チャイニーズチキンバーガー), a fried chicken thigh on a bun topped with sweet-and-sour sauce, lettuce, and mayo. The burger is messy, indulgent, and utterly Japanese in its fusion sensibility.

The chain's mascot is a clown (Lucky Pierrot = Lucky Clown), and locations are decorated with overwhelming kitsch — mannequins, neon, vintage toys, carousel horses. The experience is part American diner, part Japanese pop maximalism. Despite the tourist popularity, locals genuinely eat here — a rarity for 'famous' regional chains.

Essential Information

Opening Hours

10:00–24:30 (hours vary by location).

Closed: Open daily year-round.

Entrance Fee

Chinese Chicken Burger ¥440. Tonkatsu Burger ¥490. Meal set ¥1,200–1,500.

Best Season

Year-round; available as a Hakodate staple at any hour

Visit Duration

30–45 minutes

Getting There

Access Information

Multiple locations in Hakodate. Main branch: 23-18 Suehiro-cho (near Bay Area). Marina-end: 20-25 Suehiro-cho. Open 10:00-24:30 (hours vary by location). Budget: ¥500-900 per burger, ¥1,200-1,500 for meal set.

Insider Guide

Premium

**Signature orders:** Chinese Chicken Burger (¥440) is the #1 seller — massive, saucy, requires napkins. The Tonkatsu Burger (pork cutlet, ¥490) is a close second. Both come in 'enormous' sizes (+¥100) — only order if very hungry. The fries are shoestring-cut and addictive. Drink options include melon soda and Hokkaido milk (whole milk, rich and sweet). **Location choice:** The Bay Area branch (Suehiro-cho) has the most elaborate interior — pirate ship theme, animatronics, chandeliers, overwhelming decor. The Marina-end branch (also Suehiro-cho) is quieter and preferred by locals. Avoid the airport branch (long waits, reduced menu). **Peak times:** Lunch (12:00-13:00) and dinner (18:00-20:00) have 15-30 minute waits at popular branches. Off-peak (14:00-17:00) is immediate seating. The burger is served fresh-made in 8-10 minutes — worth the wait. **Souvenir:** Lucky Pierrot merchandise (T-shirts, keychains, tote bags) is sold at every location. The burger sauce is available in bottles (¥500) at checkout — surprisingly accurate for recreating the burger at home.

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