[Hokkaido] Discover the Finest Bowls at Renowned Ramen Shops: 20 Regional and Flavor Highlights

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Located about a 3-minute walk from Exit 1 of Misono Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway Toho Line, Menya Saimi is a ramen restaurant opened by a chef who trained at a renowned establishment and was granted permission to start his own shop. The restaurant has been selected for the "Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100" list.

Menya Saimi attracts not only locals from Hokkaido but also visitors from all over Japan, often resulting in lines forming before the restaurant even opens.

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The Miso Ramen features a rich yet smooth broth. The perfect balance of the flavorful soup, firm yellow curly noodles, and carefully selected toppings is said to be outstanding.

For a change of taste, try mixing in the ginger placed on top of the chashu pork during the latter half of your meal.

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Shoyu Ramen is also a favorite among Hokkaido locals. The soup is made with organic whole soybean soy sauce, delivering a rich, mellow sweetness.

As the nori seaweed gradually blends into the broth, it adds a unique layer of flavor to the experience.

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Located about a 5-minute walk from Sumikawa Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway, Sapporo Junren is a renowned miso ramen shop founded in 1963. With its roots in Hokkaido, this celebrated restaurant has gained nationwide acclaim and has been selected for the "Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100."

The interior is clean and minimalist, creating a welcoming atmosphere that is comfortable for female guests as well. Seating options include both counter and table seats.

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The Miso Ramen here has been crafted using the same traditional methods since the restaurant first opened.

The rich, aromatic miso broth is enhanced with fresh ginger, creating a clean, refreshing finish.

Carefully selected toppings include house-made menma (bamboo shoots) and tender chuck eye roll chashu marinated in a secret sauce, making each bowl truly special.

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The "Chahan" (fried rice) is made with eggs and house-made char siu, stir-fried in a special lard. Each grain of rice is coated in lard, resulting in a light and fluffy texture.

Its delicate seasoning is carefully balanced to complement the ramen.

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Located about a 4-minute walk from Higashi-Honganji-mae Station on the Sapporo Streetcar, Menya Yukikaze is a ramen restaurant with multiple locations throughout Sapporo. It has been selected as one of the "Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100 Restaurants."

The restaurant is renowned for its rich miso ramen, crafted with carefully selected ingredients, including local Hokkaido produce.

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The rich miso ramen features a signature broth made by blending a secret miso sauce with both white and red miso, enhanced with pork bones, chicken, and dried sardines sourced from Hokkaido.

The medium-thick, wavy noodles from Nishiyama Seimen pair perfectly with the thick, aromatic miso broth, which is infused with fragrant burnt oil for added depth.

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A variety of side dishes are also available to perfectly complement your ramen.

One highlight is the homemade pan-fried gyoza. These dumplings feature a thick, golden-brown wrapper, and are filled with a savory pork mixture enhanced with a hint of miso sauce for extra depth of flavor.

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Located about a 7-minute drive from JR Hokkaido Shiroishi Station, Ame wa, Yasashiku is renowned for its creative and original ramen. The restaurant has also been selected for the Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100.

The interior features both counter and table seating in a stylish setting, creating a welcoming atmosphere that appeals to women as well.

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The signature dish, "Shirakimo Niramen," features a broth with a pronounced dried sardine flavor, followed by the rich aroma of miso.

Enjoy a unique taste experience by blending the chicken liver pâté, served atop the chashu pork, into the soup as you eat.

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"SAPPORO Miso" is a Sapporo-style ramen featuring a Japanese dashi broth with spicy miso. You can choose your preferred level of spiciness from four options.

The thin noodles are well balanced with the soup, while the large slice of chashu pork and burdock tempura add the perfect finishing touches.

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Located about a 2-minute walk from Higashi-Honganji-mae Station on the Sapporo Streetcar Line, Ramen Shingen is a popular restaurant with its main branch in Hanakawa, Ishikari City, Hokkaido.

Selected as one of the "Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100," this renowned shop is known for its miso and soy sauce ramen, featuring a "chintan soup" made by simmering pork bones for over 50 hours.

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The "Shinshu Koku Miso" ramen features a rich yet refreshing miso broth, perfectly balanced with medium-thick curly noodles from Kobayashi Seimen and thick slices of pork belly.

All ramen dishes can be customized with your choice of a light or rich broth.

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We recommend pairing your ramen with one of the delicious side dishes.

The "Chahan" (fried rice) is simply prepared with roast pork and green onions, allowing you to savor the rich flavor of the pork fat. It is said to pair perfectly with the "Shinshu Koku Miso" ramen.

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Just a one-minute walk from Susukino Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line, Sumire is a renowned miso ramen restaurant celebrated throughout Hokkaido and across Japan. It has also been selected for the prestigious "Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100" list.

The interior is clean and stylish, creating a welcoming and modern atmosphere. Guests can choose between counter and table seating.

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The Miso Ramen features a rich, flavorful broth topped with lard, perfectly complementing the medium-thick curly noodles.

A variety of condiments are available at the table, allowing you to customize your bowl to your liking.

A half-size portion is also offered, making it an ideal choice to finish off your meal after drinks.

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The "Sumire Gohan" side dish features carefully selected mentaiko marinated in a house-made miso, served over rice for a truly special experience.

Enjoy the delightful combination of fluffy shredded omelet and finely cut nori seaweed generously layered on top.

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Located about a 6-minute walk from Sapporo Subway Station, Japanese Ramen Noodle Lab Q is renowned for its ramen made with carefully selected ingredients, including premium wheat from Hokkaido and other regions across Japan. The restaurant has also been featured in the Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100.

Inside, you'll find a stylish and sophisticated space, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests.

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The "Shoyu Ramen" features a rich and complex broth made with premium local chicken, blended with several types of soy sauce and mirin for depth of flavor.

The springy noodles and tender chashu pork, made from select breeds, are perfectly balanced for an outstanding dining experience.

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The side menu features dishes that pair perfectly with ramen.

The "Charcoal-Grilled Jidori Rice" is a clay pot dish of freshly cooked rice topped with charcoal-grilled premium chicken and finished with a touch of young green onions for added flavor.

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Located about a 2-minute walk from the Shiden Nishi-sen 9-chome Asahiyama Koen-dori tram stop, Ramen Mokuyoubi is a local favorite known for serving delicious ramen at a great price. The restaurant has also been selected for the Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100.

Inside, you'll find a stylish space with reggae music playing in the background. Seating is at the counter only, but child seats are available for young children.

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The "Niboshi Shoyu" ramen features a light yet flavorful broth made with dried sardines and soy sauce. The noodles, rich in wheat aroma, complement the soup perfectly.

For a refreshing twist, we recommend adding the complimentary yuzu peel topping, which provides a bright accent to the overall flavor.

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You can choose between chilled or hot noodles for the "Shoyu Tsukemen". The hot option features flat noodles.

On the table, you'll find bonito powder and mackerel-garlic powder, allowing you to enjoy different flavor variations.

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Located about a 5-minute walk from Kikusui Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway Tozai Line, Chuka Soba California can be found on the first floor of Kikusui Kaikan, offering a hidden and exclusive setting. The restaurant has been selected for the Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100.

The interior features a stylish, bar-inspired design, creating a welcoming atmosphere that is especially comfortable for women.

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The "Chuka Soba" features a rich, deeply flavorful soy sauce-based broth paired perfectly with medium-thick straight noodles.

The tender slices of chashu pork add just the right touch, enhancing the overall experience.

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The limited-quantity "Chashu Tamago Don" (braised pork and soft-boiled egg rice bowl) is also highly recommended as a side to your ramen.

Tender, slow-cooked chashu pork, a perfectly soft-boiled egg, and savory sauce are served over rice, creating a well-balanced and irresistible dish that you won't be able to put your chopsticks down.

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Located about a 10-minute walk from Heiwa Station on the JR Hokkaido Chitose Line, Menya Nanabee is a ramen specialty restaurant recognized in the Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100. Here, you can enjoy expertly crafted ramen made with house-made, hand-pulled noodles.

The spacious interior offers a relaxed atmosphere that is perfect for groups. Seating options include both counter seats and traditional raised tatami seating.

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There are two types of "Chicken Paitan" ramen available: shio (salt) and shoyu (soy sauce).

The shio version features a rich, flavorful broth paired with thin, firm noodles.

Toppings such as chashu pork, bamboo shoots, and green onions provide just the right finishing touch.

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Many guests enjoy ordering rice dishes alongside their ramen.

The mini fried rice is generously filled with green onions and chashu pork, offering a satisfying portion. The pepper adds a nice kick, making it especially flavorful.

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Located about a 6-minute walk from JR Hokkaido's Yurigahara Park Station on the Sassho Line, Menya Keserasera is a specialty ramen shop recognized in the Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100. Here, you can enjoy ramen featuring a rich chicken-based broth.

This renowned restaurant in the Taihei area is known for drawing lines of eager customers during business hours, and closes for the day once the soup has sold out.

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The most popular dish, "Shio Ramen," features a rich and flavorful chicken paitan broth perfectly balanced with the noodles for an exceptional taste.

The thinly sliced chashu pork is melt-in-your-mouth tender, adding to the overall enjoyment of the bowl.

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The "Chashu Meshi" features a flavorful accent of wasabi soy sauce, making it truly irresistible.

Available in two portion sizes, it's easy for everyone to order, including those with smaller appetites.

Please note that during busy times, additional orders may not be accepted, so we recommend ordering it together with your ramen.

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About a 5-minute drive from Sumikawa Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway, Garyu Menbu Hien is renowned for its ramen featuring a rich seafood-based paitan broth. The restaurant has also been selected for the Tabelog 100 Ramen HOKKAIDO.

It closes once they sell out of all the ramen made for the day.

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The "Seafood and Chicken Shio Paitan Ramen" features a rich, flavorful broth that pairs perfectly with thin noodles, making each bite smooth and satisfying.

The ramen is topped with both chicken and pork chashu, allowing you to enjoy the contrasting textures and flavors of each.

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This is the "Soy Sauce Tsukemen," a popular menu item known for its rich chicken paitan broth that delivers deep, savory flavor.

The chewy noodles pair perfectly with the soup, creating a delicious combination. A touch of yuzu peel as a topping further enhances the taste.

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Located about a 7-minute walk from Kushiro Station on the JR Nemuro Main Line, Ramen Maruhira is a renowned Kushiro-style ramen restaurant with a history dating back to 1959. It has also been selected for the Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100.

The spacious and relaxed interior features both counter and table seating, making it a comfortable choice for solo diners as well as families.

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The menu features both shoyu (soy sauce) and shio (salt) ramen, with options to upgrade to large or extra-large portions for an additional charge.

The "Shoyu Ramen" is especially popular, featuring a fragrant bonito-based soy sauce broth paired with the thin noodles characteristic of Kushiro-style ramen.

Open from 9:30 a.m., this restaurant is known for its light and refreshing flavors, making it an excellent choice for a morning bowl of ramen.

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The secret menu item, "Mix," features a light yet flavorful broth that strikes a perfect balance between oil and salt.

The noodles pair perfectly with the juicy chashu pork and finely sliced bamboo shoots, creating a delicious combination.

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Located about a 10-minute walk from Kushiro Station on the Nemuro Main Line, Kawamura is renowned for its Shoyu Ramen, crafted by a chef who trained at a celebrated "Kushiro Ramen" restaurant established in the early Showa era.

The restaurant features a long, narrow layout with counter seating at the front and table seating available further inside.

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The "Classic-Style Ramen" features a soy sauce broth made from a base of dried fish, combined with chicken bones and onions for a rich, flavorful soup.

The carefully crafted curly noodles are said to pair perfectly with the soup, creating a truly delicious bowl.

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The side dish "Butameshi" features tender chashu pork mixed with mayonnaise and topped with green onions over a bed of rice.

A hint of sweetness and a sprinkle of shredded nori add the perfect finishing touch to this delicious bowl.

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Located about a 5-minute walk from JR Muroran Station, Aji no Daiou is renowned as the originator of Muroran Curry Ramen. The restaurant has also been selected for the "Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100."

Enjoy a bowl of ramen crafted with meticulous care, featuring a well-balanced soup and chashu made from specially selected pork chuck eye roll.

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The "Curry Ramen" features a unique blend of spicy heat and lingering sweetness that keeps you coming back for more.

The wavy noodles, which hold the flavorful soup perfectly, are said to pair exceptionally well with the thick, savory slices of chashu pork.

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"Curry Chilled Tsukemen" is highly recommended during the warmer months!

This dish features a perfect balance between a hot, spicy curry broth and chilled noodles, creating a truly delicious combination.

For an additional charge, you can upgrade to a large or double portion, or add extra toppings to suit your taste.

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A ramen specialty restaurant located about a 10-minute walk from JR Higashi-Muroran Station, along Ichiba-dori Street.

The menu features a wide variety of ramen, including their signature curry ramen, as well as soy sauce and salt-based options. A selection of side dishes is also available.

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The "Cheese Curry Ramen" features their signature spicy curry ramen topped with melted cheese.

The generous ingredients in the bold, flavorful broth and the creamy richness of the cheese create an irresistible combination.

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For lunch, we recommend the "Lunch Set," which can be added to your choice of ramen for an additional fee.

The set includes rice that pairs perfectly with curry ramen, as well as juicy and flavorful gyoza.

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Located about a 4-minute walk from Matsukaze-cho tram stop in Hakodate, Jiyoken is a renowned ramen shop established in 1947. It has also been selected for the Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100.

Ramen enthusiasts who crave authentic Hakodate-style ramen often visit, and on cold days, lines can form even before opening. The restaurant offers both counter and table seating.

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The "Sio Ramen" features a clear, simple broth that highlights the savory flavors of salt, offering a truly exceptional taste.

The noodles pair perfectly with the soup, while the bamboo shoots and roast pork add just the right touch of flavor.

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The side menu features dishes that pair perfectly with ramen.

The pan-fried gyoza are especially popular, with crispy wrappers and a generous, flavorful garlic filling.

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Located about a 7-minute walk from Goryokaku-Koen-Mae tram stop, Ajisai is a ramen restaurant established in 1930, right in front of Goryokaku Park. It has also been selected for the Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100.

The spacious interior offers a variety of seating options, including counter seats by the window, ensuring a comfortable experience for any occasion.

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Ajisai Shio Ramen features a rich, clear salt-based broth paired with thin, straight noodles.

In addition to classic condiments, this unique bowl is topped with chunky-cut green onions and wheat gluten, offering an original twist on the traditional recipe.

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Side dishes include favorites such as fried rice, gyoza, and "zangi," Hokkaido’s famous fried chicken.

The drink menu is equally diverse, offering Sapporo Classic, Japanese sake, and a selection of soft drinks.

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Located about a 6-minute walk from JR Hokkaido Asahikawa Station in the 2-Jo Building Meitengai, Asahikawa Ramen Aoba is a renowned specialty shop established in 1947. Widely recognized throughout Hokkaido and across Japan, it has also been selected for the Tabelog Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100. The ramen here is highly praised for its flavorful broth, carefully simmered over low heat using pork bones, chicken, Rishiri kombu kelp, and vegetables.

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"Shoyu Ramen," known as Asahikawa Ramen, features a mild and well-balanced broth made by blending a carefully crafted soup with soy sauce.

The noodles are curly, perfectly complementing the soup. The large slices of chashu pork are especially tender and flavorful.

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The "Butter Miso Ramen" features a perfectly balanced combination of spicy miso broth and the creamy richness of Hokkaido butter, creating a delicious and harmonious flavor.

For an extra charge, adding toppings such as corn or wakame seaweed is highly recommended.

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Located about an 8-minute walk from JR Hokkaido Asahikawa Station, Ramenya Tenkin is a renowned Asahikawa ramen specialty shop established in 1952.

Selected as one of Tabelog’s “Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100,” this restaurant offers ramen with a rich, pork bone-based broth, medium-thick curly noodles, and a signature layer of oil unique to Hokkaido.

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The "Shoyu Ramen" features a well-balanced blend of savory broth and soy sauce, resulting in a rich and flavorful taste.

Slices of pork chuck eye roll chashu, bamboo shoots, and green onions further enhance its deliciousness.

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Side dishes include gyoza, as well as uniquely Hokkaido options like ikura rice and rice with mountain wasabi (horseradish).

Both the Shoyu Ramen and Miso Ramen are available in half portions, making it easy to enjoy them as part of a set meal.