Today, it snowed heavily in Sapporo from the morning and the wind was strong, so it was cold. For lunch, I had a warm Yukgaejang and Kkuppa at a cozy Korean home-cooked meal restaurant. The veteran mother was teaching the young mother how to cook, which was heartwarming to see. Both the Yukgaejang and the Kkuppa were excellent. I also tried the potato pancake this time, which was also delicious.

On May 1, 2022, at 18:20, I revisited this restaurant for the second time with my wife and child after about nine years. The first time I visited was around 2013 when my family of five visited. Earlier this year, while I was enjoying my solo assignment in Fukuoka, I got hooked on a YouTube show called "Miracle Gourmet" from the local TV station's gourmet segment. The episode aired on August 29, 2020, featured this very restaurant. This made me want to visit again after a long time, so I invited my wife to join me. "Soyanho" is named after the largest lake in the hometown of the owner, Mr. Yun Mun-ok from Korea. She met her husband in Osaka when she was 28 years old during a trip, got married, and later, after her husband's company went bankrupt, they visited Hokkaido for a change of scenery. They were moved by the blooming flowers, vibrant air, and the smell of the earth here. They felt that in Hokkaido, they could start over, and with that in mind, they started this restaurant in 1999. The exterior of the restaurant looks like a regular house, and we were guided to the same back room as our first visit. We tried the Korean-style chicken wings (650 yen), which were simmered in spicy miso and were incredibly delicious! They disappeared in an instant. The hormone and tofu stew (750 yen) was not as spicy as it looks. Beef bones are simmered with garlic, leeks, carrots, and apples for eight hours. The soup is poured over chopped and sautéed beef and onions, creating a mellow and deep spicy flavor that envelops the chili peppers. The Yukkejang Kuppa (700 yen) also has a beef bone soup base. The taste at this price point is understandably popular! The Bibimbap (700 yen) tasted just like the real thing. It had been nine years, but the restaurant still offers homely Korean cuisine without any pretense. It was mentioned that their grandchild might inherit the restaurant in the future. I hope they continue to serve delicious Korean cuisine in Sapporo for a long time.

I was interested in the restaurant called Kohkoya Soyambo. It is located in a residential area. I visited when there was a parking spot available. The restaurant is in a normal house. You take off your shoes and put on slippers. The tables or tatami mats are quite spacious. I ordered the Korean Yukkejang Ramen from the menu. It's the taste of the authentic dish. Even though I haven't been to Korea (^_^) I'm curious about other lunch menus too. The Hormone Tofu Stew seems good for a cold day. I bought Napa cabbage kimchi as a souvenir on the way back. It was very delicious. I will visit again.

Visited with my daughter. She has been here a few times before. The parking lot filled up with cars before the opening, so it seems to be a popular spot. It looks like a family-run business in a regular house. You have to take off your shoes before entering. It takes quite a while from ordering to getting the food. I chose the Yukgaejang and seafood pancake from the lunch menu. The Yukgaejang was made with chicken instead of beef for some reason. It lacked flavor, so I resisted the urge to add garlic or gochujang. The rice is free for a large portion, but the soup is monotonous and gets boring. The reviews seem good, but I'm sorry, it didn't win me over. The cleanliness inside the restaurant is lacking. It's not exactly dirty, but hmm. The low prices are a plus.

I visited the restaurant last year at noon, but it was closed due to the state of emergency. This time, I visited as soon as it opened. There was an older lady and her daughter, I think. It was my first time at a Korean food specialty store, and also my first time trying Korean dishes other than stone pot bibimbap. I ordered the lunch menu's pork belly tofu stew. It came with kimchi, bean sprout namul, and Korean seaweed. The stew was not very spicy, but had a very gentle flavor. The kimchi and namul were also delicious. I would like to try the yukgaejang next time.

Located in Higashi-ku, Sapporo, "Kokoyaya Soyannho"! This is my second visit (^^)/ This time, we had a larger group so we were seated in a private room! When I visited before, I tried the "Yukkejang Ramen" and it was delicious, so I decided to order it again without hesitation. We also ordered the "Seafood Jeon" and "Kimchi Jeon"! It was lunchtime and the restaurant was crowded, so the Jeon arrived before the Yukkejang Ramen. The Kimchi Jeon had green chili paste mixed in, but it wasn't too spicy and was delicious. The Seafood Jeon was consistently tasty (*^^)v Just as we finished the Jeon, the Yukkejang Ramen arrived! The taste was just as delicious as last time. Thank you for the meal!

I wanted to eat Korean food, so I visited this restaurant! The exterior looks like a regular house without a sign, but inside, there are table seats and sunken kotatsu-style seats, making it a proper restaurant. The food was all delicious, not too spicy and suitable for children. The potato pancake had grated potatoes in it, giving it a chewy texture and a delicious potato flavor. It may take some time as the mother cooks alone, but I think it's worth waiting while enjoying the complimentary Korean seaweed. I ended up eating and drinking too much because everything was so tasty (laughs). I would like to visit again.

In Sapporo City, Higashi-ku, there is a restaurant called "Kokokuya Soyannho." This time, I visited for the first time because I wanted to try the Yukkejang Ramen! The exterior of the restaurant is a normal house converted into a shop, and upon entering the store, you must take off your shoes at the entrance. Inside the store, there is one table seat, three sunken kotatsu seats, and a sunken kotatsu next to the kitchen that seems suitable for banquets, making it a clean and beautiful restaurant! This time, I had already decided to eat the Yukkejang Ramen from the start, so I ordered the Yukkejang Ramen (700 yen: comes with rice and kakuteki) and the Seafood Jeon (600 yen). First, the seafood jeon arrived. As written on the menu, it was crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. It is dipped in a slightly spicy sauce, which tastes delicious and would go well with beer! No, it definitely goes well with beer! Next was the long-awaited Yukkejang Ramen! It looks like it has a lot of ingredients and is red and spicy. First, I tried the soup... It is based on beef bones and is not too spicy, with a mild flavor enhanced by the beaten egg. It has a good umami taste, not overly sweet, and it felt like I was enjoying delicious Yukkejang soup after a long time! The noodles also mix well with the soup and ingredients, making it delicious. I quickly finished the noodles, then poured the soup over the rice to make Yukkejang Kuppa... It was a great decision, and I finished the rice and soup in no time! This time, I visited for lunch, but next time, I definitely want to go in the evening to enjoy the food and drinks. Thank you for the meal!

Yukkejang Kuppa 700 yen This is a restaurant located in a residential area where you can enjoy authentic Korean cuisine at a reasonable price. Their lunch specials are particularly great, and I have been coming here for over 10 years every time I visit home. While their other menu items are also appealing, I always order the same thing. Perfect for the cold winters in the northern region.

This is a Korean restaurant located near Kita 37-jo Higashi 1-chome street. There are about 4 parking spaces in front of the restaurant. The restaurant is renovated from an old house. When you enter the entrance, you take off your shoes and change into slippers. There is one table seat and three tatami mat seats. The staff are Korean. Lunch is served until 2:00 pm. I ordered the Hormone Tofu Stew for 800 yen, which looks delicious. It comes in a bubbling pot. Since it's Korean cuisine, it also comes with several side dishes. The Hormone Tofu Stew is not as spicy as I thought and quite delicious. You can have extra rice or refills for free. Plus, you get a drink for an additional 100 yen, so lunch is a good deal. It seems to be popular for dinner as well, as they had a reservation call while I was there. It's nice to have Korean food at this restaurant once in a while. ☆Kokoyaya Soyahn Address: 1-7-22 Kita 37-jo Higashi, Higashi-ku, Sapporo Phone: 011-743-8085 Business hours: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays

I've been a fan of this restaurant for a long time, and recently got in touch with an acquaintance after over 10 years. Unfortunately, there is only one table for customers, so I had to sit at the counter. I ordered the Korean Yukkejang ramen, with the option to adjust the spiciness level. I asked for extra spicy, similar to the spiciness of Szechuan noodles. The soup was mellow and delicious, reminiscent of the taste of New Tantan in Yokohama. I really enjoyed it. I ended up sweating a lot due to the spiciness, but it was worth it. They also mentioned that they have even spicier options available, like super spicy and ultra spicy. When I inquired about the possibility of trying the ultra ultra spicy, they jokingly asked if anyone actually eats that level of spiciness. Well, I have some friends who probably would!

5-star rating for the Tofu Stew Set Meal priced at 700 yen. Located near Kita 34-jo Station in a residential area, this standalone house serves delicious Korean cuisine. The restaurant is unassuming from the outside, looking like a slightly old regular house with the dining area on the first floor and probably living quarters on the second floor. There are a few parking spaces available on the premises, and once you park your car, the owner greets you from inside. The cooking is handled by a friendly older lady, while the owner, a man, welcomes you with a shy smile. The lunch menu is reasonably priced, ranging from 700 to 800 yen. I ordered the Tofu Stew Set Meal with extra spiciness. Before the main dish arrived, I was served five small side dishes including Korean seaweed, pickled vegetables, kimchi, bean sprout salad, and a small fruit. The Tofu Stew was piping hot and filled with soft tofu, as well as clams, squid, mussels, shrimp, and a small amount of meat. The flavors were homely and delicious. I am curious about their dinner menu as well. Maybe I should take the subway there next time. Thank you for the meal.

Arrived around 12:15 on Thursday in February 2017♪■BackgroundI visited this place for lunch.■LocationThe exterior is a house-like building located in a residential area. Although I passed by this store many times before, this time I decided to visit♪■ParkingThere are spaces for 5 cars, but it was full when I arrived. I had to wait for about 30 minutes before finally parking after 45 minutes. After that, the parking lot started to empty out one after another. It's important to be cautious about the timing.■Entering the RestaurantUpon entering, I changed into slippers. Inside the room, there are raised tatami seating and regular table seating. The interior of the restaurant has a homely atmosphere, like a home that has been slightly renovated into a shop. I took a seat at a table.■Menu<Lunch Menu> Hormone Tofu Stew, Tofu Stew Set Meal, Bibimbap Set Meal, Yukgaejang Kuppa Set Meal, Pork Kimchi Don, Bulgogi Don, Korean-style Cold Noodles, Korean Yukgaejang Ramen, Korean Seafood Champon, among others. There are 9 different options. I chose the Hormone Tofu Stew set meal.♦Contents♦Rice and Kimchi are included. My companion ordered the Tofu Stew set meal.♦Contents♦Rice and Kimchi are included.①Hormone Tofu Stew 800 yen (tax included)★Impressions★☆AppearanceFirst, Korean seaweed, namul, mandarin orange, and two types of kimchi (radish kakuteki & napa cabbage kimchi) are served. It was a pleasant surprise since it wasn't mentioned on the menu. The stew is served boiling hot. The aroma of the hormone fills the air. Tofu and hormone can be seen in the red stew.☆Texture and TasteThe hot silky tofu and incredibly tender hormone were delicious. The soup has a moderate spiciness, but it's hot, causing a slight tingling sensation on the lips. I didn't realize there was a half-boiled egg inside, and the yolk solidified in the hot soup. Mixing the yolk would have made it smoother. The dish remained hot until the end, making me sweat a lot. In winter, this heat is nice for boosting metabolism, resulting in more sweat. The flavors of the stew and hormone were distinct and delicious.☆NamulThe namul with sesame oil and sesame seeds, and the marinated bean sprouts were delicious.☆Two Types of KimchiThe homemade kimchi had a homemade feel and was tasty. I finished with a refreshing mandarin for dessert.②Tofu Stew Set Meal 700 yen (tax included)☆AppearanceCompared to the Hormone Tofu Stew, the dish is served in a slightly smaller bowl. Other than the absence of hormone, it looks similar to the Hormone Tofu Stew.☆Texture and TasteUnknown as I did not try it.✳Overall ReviewRecommended Points: Lunch rice refill is free. Disappointing Points: Limited parking, with a possibility of a long wait. Based on my experience, it's best to avoid the time between 12:15 and 12:45. It seems to get less crowded around 12:45. There were many customers lingering in the parking lot, so it may vary depending on the day, but I felt like I wanted to avoid this time. Next time, I want to try the Korean Yukgaejang Ramen♪

I usually have the spicy tofu hot pot, but today I tried the spicy seafood ramen. It was a generous portion and I also ordered a small bowl of rice. It was delicious and satisfying.

"Hormone tofu stew set meal. Ordered it spicy! The hot stone pot stew was delicious and satisfying."

I went to have lunch on a weekday afternoon about a year and a half ago. I was looking forward to trying some home-style Korean cuisine. The restaurant was in a house-like building, and inside, there were about 4-5 tables in a tatami room where you had to take off your shoes. I ordered the "Korean-style warm noodles" from the lunch menu. It came with rice and kimchi. The warm noodles were similar to Japanese udon. The kimchi was spicier than the Japanese version, with a strong garlic flavor.

The taste of a Korean mother's cooking is all about gentle deliciousness!