Local Guide
Recommended by locals. 6 Sapporo Ramen restaurants from long-established to hole-in-the-wall

Sapporo ramen, the original local ramen, is characterized by its thick, wavy noodles and soup made from pork bones. Miso ramen, which was developed with pork broth as its inspiration, has a rich, thick flavor and is representative of Sapporo ramen. In addition to the famous Ramen Yokocho, new stores offering ramen with unique soup stock and broth made from Hokkaido ingredients are popping up one after another in Sapporo. The variety of ramen available is one of the charms of Sapporo ramen. This article introduces six carefully selected ramen restaurants that are popular among locals and are a must-try when visiting Sapporo.

A hole-in-the-wall restaurant popular for its tangy, spicy ramen.

Spicy Chinese cabbage ramen
Spicy Chinese cabbage ramen" (810 yen) with the exquisite spiciness of homemade red pepper paste and sweetness of Chinese cabbage.

This hole-in-the-wall ramen restaurant is popular among locals and open from 8:00 am. The popular "Spicy Hakusai Ramen" is full of spicy flavor with homemade hot pepper oil. The carefully scrubbed chicken stock and dried sardines soup has a deep yet clean aftertaste that is uniquely delicious.
The crispy texture and sweetness of the Chinese cabbage is followed by a firm spiciness that spreads to the palate, creating a perfect balance. It is a must for lovers of spicy ramen. It is also recommended to eat it with a light splash of vinegar to mellow the taste. Homemade hot pepper paste is also available for sale.

The retro-style restaurant is full of warmth of wood

The counter and menu are all made of wood. The restaurant is filled with warmth and a sense of nostalgia and serenity.
The counter and menu are all made of wood. The restaurant is filled with warmth and a sense of nostalgia and serenity.

Located on the first floor of an old-fashioned hall, the store exudes a nostalgic atmosphere as if time has stopped. The counter seats are made of wood from the family home in Fukagawa, the hometown of the founding owner, and are filled with the warmth of wood. The reason why the restaurant is open from 8:00 a.m. is because he hopes that many people who have just finished the night shift or are about to go to work will visit the restaurant and recharge their energy with delicious ramen.
In addition to ramen, the restaurant's yaki-gyoza (grilled pork dumplings) and sui-gyoza (water dumplings), filled with ground pork, are also popular. All pork is made from "Umaiton," pork produced in Hokkaido that has been raised on rice feed and is full of flavor.

Local Guide Comment
Even though the ramen looks ordinary, you can taste the spiciness of the hot pepper paste. Yet the refreshing taste of the Chinese cabbage is outstanding, and it is no wonder why some people eat it first thing in the morning.
Gyoza and Noodles Rocky Mountain
  • Address Kikusui Kaikan 1F, 1-3-2, Kikusui 1jo, Shiroishi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  • Direction 7 min. walk from Kikusui Subway Station
  • Business hours 8:00-15:30
  • Closed Wednesday, Thursday
  • TEL 011-832-6870
  • Parking 3 units

A long-established restaurant where you can enjoy Sapporo's rich miso ramen

Miso Ramen
Miso Ramen" (900 yen) has many fans for its old-fashioned rich flavor.

Founded in 1964, this is a long-established restaurant that tells the history of Sapporo ramen, and is famous for producing many independent restaurants called "Jun Sumi-kei". It is so popular that customers line up even before the restaurant opens, and is said to be the place to go if you want to taste the thickest miso ramen in Sapporo.
Miso ramen is full of richness, with thick, chewy noodles and a rich miso soup with a tangy root ginger flavor. It is served in a satisfyingly large portion, with plenty of traditional menma (pickled bamboo shoots) and chashu pork. Toppings such as butter and corn are also available, giving you a true taste of Sapporo Miso Ramen.

The restaurant is full of energy and tradition since its establishment.

The spacious and bright interior is full of energy and you can feel the sophistication of a long-established restaurant.
The spacious and bright interior is full of energy and you can feel the sophistication of a long-established restaurant.

The spacious interior with counter seating is bright and lively, allowing you to enjoy the atmosphere of a Sapporo ramen restaurant. Nearby is the Tenjinyama Green, where you can enjoy a view of Mt.
In addition to the thick miso ramen, there are many deep-rooted fans of the shoyu ramen as well. The soup made with the secret sauce that has been used since the establishment of the restaurant has an excellent reputation for its savory flavor. The bowl of makanai rice topped with red ginger and mayonnaise is so impressive and satisfying that it is hard to believe it is a side menu item.

Local Guide Comment
Even locals say, "If you want to taste Sapporo's miso ramen, this is the place to go! It is said that this is the place to go if you want to taste Sapporo's miso ramen. Please enjoy the rich taste of Sapporo ramen, which you can feel the roots of Sapporo ramen.
Sapporo Junren
  • Address 17-1-41, Hiragishi 2jo, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  • Direction 7 min. walk from Sumikawa Sta. on the Namboku Subway Line
  • Hours of operation 11:00-21:00
  • Closed Mon.
  • TEL 011-842-2844
  • Parking Free of charge

Gyoja garlic for a boost of energy. Ramen noodles made with Hokkaido's finest ingredients

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The "Cheerful Miso Ramen DX [Exclusive Thick Noodle]" (1,250 yen) is a superb combination of deep miso flavor and gyoja garlic.

This ramen restaurant is located in the basement of the Hokuren Building, which is in easy Direction from JR Sapporo Station. You can enjoy ramen noodles made with Yumechikara, a local wheat, as well as miso and salt made with local ingredients.
The popular "Energetic Miso Ramen DX [Special Thick Noodle]" topped with gyoja garlic is made using a unique cooking method to suppress the smell, making it easy to enjoy even for those who are concerned about the smell. Gyoja garlic contains four times as much allicin as garlic and improves the absorption of vitamin B1, making it a great source of stamina. The eggs are scrambled in order to bring out the nutrients and flavor of the gyoja garlic.

A calm and relaxing interior with a sense of hospitality.

A relaxed interior designed to be a ramen restaurant for adults.
A relaxed interior designed to be a ramen restaurant for adults.

At the entrance is a green lantern in support of local products. The restaurant's calm interior is filled with a sense of hospitality and a warm atmosphere that embodies one of the restaurant's philosophies, "Once in a lifetime encounter.
The menu also includes "Shin Shoyu Ramen," which is available only on Sundays and weekday evenings and contains no chemical seasonings (no chemical seasoning). The restaurant has signed the "Sapporo Food Safety and Security Promotion Agreement" with the Suzuran mark, making it ideal for those who want to take care of their health. Ichibokuan's original craft beer is also available, which is said to be excellent when paired with gyoza. Why not try it for a memorable drink?

Local Guide Comment
The ingredients and flavors are carefully selected to create a taste that you will never get tired of. Why don't you energize yourself with gyoja garlic, the king of Hokkaido's wild vegetables, and recharge your energy for your trip?
Ramen Sapporo Ichiguran
  • Address B1F Hokuren Building, 1-1 Kita 4-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  • Direction 3 minutes walk from JR Sapporo Station
  • Business hours 11:00 - 15:00, 17:00 - 20:00
  • Closed Closed on the same days as the Hokuren Building
  • TEL 0120-219-313
  • Parking None

A restaurant loved by locals for its excellent combination of ramen and keema curry.

Shoyu Ramen and Half Keema Curry Set
Shoyu Ramen and Half Keema Curry Set" (1,100 yen), which includes ramen and spicy keema curry.

The ramen restaurant located in the underground dining area of the bus terminal offers not only ramen but also authentic keema curry made from spices. The pork bone broth, which has been thoroughly prepared and simmered for 8 hours, has no odor and is known to be delicious and addictive even for those who do not like pork bones.
The keema curry set with soy sauce ramen is a popular combination for both men and women, and is so popular that some people even order a large portion. The recommended way to enjoy the keema curry is to take a few bites of the ramen while it is still warm.

As soon as you pass through the curtain, you will feel at home at the counter.

The store, full of Showa-era atmosphere, is decorated with the curtain of the legendary
The store, full of Showa-era atmosphere, is decorated with the curtain of the legendary "Tomikou" ramen restaurant.

The underground dining area of the bus terminal, with the TV tower and Sosegawa River close by, is a place that evokes a nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere. The restaurant has an at-home atmosphere with counter seats as soon as you pass through the curtain, making it easy to come in even by yourself.
The store is decorated with the curtain of "Tomikou," a legendary ramen restaurant in Sapporo that was once the goal of the founding owner, and you can feel the spirit of carrying on the traditional taste. The current owner fell in love with the taste of the restaurant, which has many devoted fans, and even left his job to pursue this career. Please come and enjoy the taste loved by local ramen lovers.

Local Guide Comment
The combination of ramen and spicy keema curry is a new taste you have never experienced before. It is a delicious dish that you can't stop eating. The at-home atmosphere of the restaurant, which has a Showa-era feel, is full of nostalgic friendliness and makes you feel at home.
Ramen Shiyun Tei
  • Address B1F Chuo Bus Sapporo Terminal, Odori Higashi 1, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  • Direction 3 minutes walk from Odori Subway Station
  • Business hours Weekdays 11:00-15:00 (L.O.14:30), 16:00-20:30 (L.O.20:00)
    Saturdays and holidays 11:00-15:00 (L.O.14:30)
  • Closed Sundays and the 1st Monday of the month
  • TEL 011-271-4010
  • Parking None

Ramen noodles with a mild and elegant flavor of scallop paste

The unique
The unique "Scallop Chicken Shiratsu Ramen" with scallop paste dissolved in the soup (950 yen)

This ramen store has the appearance of a café in an old neighborhood near JR Sapporo Station. The scallop paste heaped generously on top of the noodles is served while dissolving it into the soup. The soup melts into the scallops, giving the ramen a texture similar to that of potage. The soup is made from fresh scallops from the east of Hokkaido, and the flavor of the fresh scallops fills the mouth.
The burdock tempura, an unexpected topping for ramen, provides a pleasantly crunchy accent. The ramen is unique in both appearance and taste, and it is no wonder that many repeat customers keep coming back for more.

The stylish bar-like interior allows even one person to relax in comfort.

The bar-like atmosphere of the counter seats creates a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy your ramen in a relaxed atmosphere.
The bar-like atmosphere of the counter seats creates a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy your ramen in a relaxed atmosphere.

The exterior of the restaurant looks cute like a café, but inside the restaurant, the calm and quiet counter seating gives it a bar-like atmosphere. The interior of the restaurant is filled with the manager's desire for customers to not only taste the ramen but also to enjoy their meal in a comfortable atmosphere, making it the perfect place to relax by yourself.
He hopes that tourists, in particular, will take the time to enjoy the restaurant's atmosphere and spend time in comfort. The menu also includes a light soup ramen recommended for those who prefer a lighter taste.

Local Guide Comment
The flavor of scallops is irresistible in this ramen. The potage-like texture of the soup is addictive, so please try it.
Rain Gently No.2
  • Address 3-28, Kita 7-jo Higashi, Higashi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  • Direction 10 minutes walk from JR Sapporo Station
  • Business hours Weekdays 11:00-15:00
    Saturdays, Sundays and holidays 11:00-15:00, 18:00-20:00
  • Closed Mondays (open if Monday is a national holiday, closed the following day) *Other irregular holidays apply.
  • TEL 011-722-5511
  • Parking None

You can taste ramen with all the flavor of salmon, which represents seafood produced in Hokkaido.

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The "Wakoku Salmon Dashi Shoyu Ramen" (850 yen) is accented with salmon paste and cut lemon.

Ramen stores using salmon broth line up along Atsubetsu Chuo Dori. The secret to the deliciousness of "Wakoku Salmon Dashi Shoyu Ramen," a unique bowl of ramen that is full of the flavor of salmon, a representative seafood of Hokkaido, is the soup that is packed with salmon extract.
You can also enjoy a change of taste by sprinkling salmon flakes in the soup to deepen the flavor, and finish with lemon juice to refresh the taste. Depending on the type of ramen, Shibetsu, Rausu, or Monbetsu salmon flakes are used. According to the owner, the ramen is an "Experience" of food. Why not experience "Hokkaido" by tasting the "Wakkoku Salmon Dashi Shoyu Ramen"?

The chic layout of the salmon fish box inside the restaurant is full of fun!

The restaurant's chic interior, with fish boxes used on the counter, part of the walls, and even on the benches and chairs in the waiting area, is popular with many customers.
The restaurant's chic interior, with fish boxes used on the counter, part of the walls, and even on the benches and chairs in the waiting area, is popular with many customers.

The restaurant's bright and chic interior, laid out using salmon fish boxes by a temple carpenter who is a regular customer of the restaurant, is popular among female customers. Some even take pictures of the "cute" customers, making it a perfect souvenir of their sightseeing in Hokkaido.
The owner, who enlivens the atmosphere with his service-oriented conversation, places the utmost importance on the satisfaction of making Guest/customers want to come back again. In addition to tasting delicious ramen, why not create wonderful memories of your trip through pleasant communication with the owner?

Local Guide Comment
While eating ramen, you can enjoy a conversation with the friendly and well-spoken owner. Please enjoy the delicious ramen and a good time.
Sapporo Salmon Ramen Menkou Akamatsu
  • Address 2-9-1, 2jo, 2jyo, Biyogaoka, Kiyota-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
  • Direction Approximately 14 minutes by car from Fukuzumi Subway Station
  • Direction From Fukuzumi Station on the Toho Subway Line, take bus No. Fuku 95. 3 minutes walk from the "Utsukushigaoka 3-jo 2-chome" stop.
  • Business hours 11:30-14:45, 17:30-20:30
  • Closed Monday and Tuesday (open if Monday or Tuesday is a national holiday)
  • TEL 011-881-7373
  • Parking Free of charge
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