When it gets hot, the symptoms worsen, especially for this designated rare disease by the government. Unfortunately, there is still no medicine developed that suits my rare disease. I have been hospitalized for difficult treatments in September last year, January, April to May this year, and again in September and October. Your supportive comments have been a source of strength for me during my hospitalization. I am truly grateful. Shortly after my fourth discharge this year, I was hospitalized for the fifth time. Due to the side effects of the medication, I had to see multiple specialists, which led to this hospitalization. I was hospitalized in a different department until yesterday. I am now scheduled for about a month of hospitalization, so I will be taking a break for a while. During my hospitalization, I will only be posting reviews that I prepared in advance. Unfortunately, it will be difficult to reply to comments during my hospitalization. I will make sure to respond to them after my discharge, even if it's delayed. I will try to give likes whenever possible during my hospitalization. Thank you for your continued support. [October 2021] As this is my second review, I will keep it light. "Ippudo" is a nationwide chain of tonkotsu ramen restaurants. The signature dishes are the "Akamaru" and "Shiromaru" ramen. "Ippudo KAY" is the first store to seal the signature "Akamaru" and "Shiromaru" ramen. The flavors available are miso, chukasoba, and tonkotsu. The "tonkotsu" is a combination of "Akamaru" and "Shiromaru" flavors. It opened on October 12, 2021. I visited on a weekday around 12 pm. The interior has a circular counter and tables for two and four people. It was almost full, but we managed to get a table after a short wait. I tried the "Chukasoba Charshu" that I was curious about. My companion ordered the "Miso Charshu" as usual. While waiting, we helped ourselves to "spicy bean sprouts, spicy mustard greens, and pickled ginger" near the register. We ordered extra "crushed garlic" for two. We had the usual "rooibos tea" for drinks. After waiting for about 16 minutes, our ramen arrived. **Chukasoba Charshu** Noodles: medium-thin straight noodles Soup: The soup was piping hot. It blends three types of soy sauce, and includes azuki beans, Hokkaido, and Kyushu elements, resulting in a delicious soup. Toppings: three types of charshu (2 slices each), seared, probably belly and thigh, maybe thigh roll, menma, kikurage, nori Price: 1120 yen (tax included) **Miso Charshu** Noodles: medium-thick straight noodles Soup: The soup was piping hot. It blends six types of miso for a mild flavor with just the right amount of saltiness. Toppings: three types of charshu (2 slices each), seared, probably belly and thigh, maybe thigh roll, menma, shimeji, carrot, bean sprouts, cabbage Price: 1150 yen (tax included) The "Miso Charshu" was a satisfying miso ramen. The three types of charshu complemented the soup well. The "Chukasoba Charshu" also had a good soy sauce-based soup. The three types of charshu were flavorful and matched the soup. Both had a mild soup, but you could enjoy flavor variations with the "crushed garlic, spicy bean sprouts, spicy mustard greens, and pickled ginger." The ability to customize the flavors is a unique feature of these miso and chukasoba ramen. Next time, I might try the "tonkotsu charshu." It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I was traveling in Hokkaido and struggling to find a place to eat due to the crowded restaurants. I came across this place that seemed promising. Although I was hesitant to eat Kyushu tonkotsu ramen, which I can also find in Tokyo, I decided to try the Hokkaido-exclusive miso flavor. It was a great decision! Surprisingly, it was Hokkaido miso ramen with the taste of Kyushu tonkotsu ramen. The restaurant was a hidden gem, and I was glad I found it. I left feeling very satisfied.

The store is bright and has a very nice atmosphere. The layout of the store includes a round counter and table seats, with accents that make it stand out. The staff is very young, which can sometimes lead to them invading personal space. Given the current situation, close-contact customer service is not preferred. The ramen I had was not my preferred type.

I suddenly felt like eating Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen, so I visited the restaurant. Although I have been to Ippudo many times, this was my first time at KAY. They are known for their miso ramen, but I still prefer tonkotsu. Unlike the original Ippudo, KAY only has one type of tonkotsu, which is similar to Shiroumaru Honpo. It has a consistently good taste. The atmosphere of the restaurant is also great. Actually, I wanted to go to a different restaurant, but it was closed that day, so I ended up here as a substitute. It turned out to be a nice surprise!笑

On a business trip to Sapporo, I had "Tonkotsu Tamago" for lunch for 1050 yen with an extra noodle refill for 150 yen. After finishing my schedule in Sapporo, I returned to Obihiro. Before catching the 14:17 train, I needed to have lunch. However, it was summer vacation and the tourist season in the Sapporo station area, so everywhere I went there were long lines. I decided to line up for ramen, thinking it would be quick. I had always wanted to try this place. It took about 15 minutes from lining up to getting my bowl. The soup was delicious, with a light texture but still rich and flavorful. The recommended straight noodles cooked "firm" by the staff paired perfectly with the soup. The chashu had a subtle taste but a good thickness. The student next to me ordered an extra noodle refill, so I decided to try it too. It was my first time getting an extra noodle refill. I mixed it with sesame seeds and spicy bean sprouts and had another bite. It was tasty, but maybe a bit too much. I managed to finish it, sweating a lot. It was a delicious meal. They also serve Chinese soba and miso ramen, which look delicious. If I have another business trip to Sapporo, I will definitely visit this place again.

The other day's lunch. I went to Sapporo Station on my day off. Had a pork bone ramen at IPPUDO KAY. I ordered the special tonkotsu with firm noodles. You can also place additional orders through your smartphone. In the free topping area, there are spicy pickled mustard greens, red pickled ginger, spicy bean sprouts, etc. You can ask for garlic verbally. The soup was a mild soup that hardly had any animal odor. It was easy to drink, almost finishing it completely. I enjoyed changing the taste with garlic and spicy pickled mustard greens. The spicy pickled mustard greens go well with it. Lastly, I ordered an extra serving of noodles. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal!

I visited Cinema Frontier to watch "Monster" because there was no line. I had the tonkotsu ramen for 860 yen, which tasted just like the one I had at the Tanukikoji store and was definitely delicious. It's a bit more of a hassle to go get the takana and moyashi compared to the Tanukikoji store. Probably, this branch specializes in collaborating with Hokkaido for soy sauce and miso flavors. I want to try the miso flavor next time. Thank you for the meal.

I tried the Tonkotsu Ramen at Ippudo KAY, which is not available on the regular Ippudo menu. The toppings included spicy mustard greens and spicy bean sprouts. The Tonkotsu soup had a rich flavor and was light, which I preferred. The ramen bowl was small and cute, with three slices of satisfying chashu.

I went to "一風堂KAY" on the 6th floor of Stella Place for a ramen lunch. It's a cozy place where even solo female diners feel comfortable. They serve Roiboos tea instead of water, and you can customize your toppings. Their signature dish, "中華そば," features straight thin noodles in a traditional soy sauce broth. The soup is a blend of soy sauces from Shodoshima, Hokkaido, and Kyushu, giving it a light and flavorful taste. The noodles are a mix of wheat from Hokkaido and Kyushu, giving it a nice aroma and smooth texture. The ramen comes with three types of chashu, menma, negi, kaiware, and nori. The chashu is cooked in three different ways and is delicious. I also tried their "博多一口餃子," which are bite-sized gyoza with a crispy thin skin and a refreshing yuzu flavor. Overall, it was a delightful dining experience.

I should have just ordered the tonkotsu ramen straight. The noodles in tonkotsu ramen are different from miso ramen, and my friend's tonkotsu ramen noodles looked more delicious with their thinness! Next time, I'll go for tonkotsu ramen for revenge! #daily post #ramen #miso ramen #Ippudo KAY

I lined up for a bit and entered the store. Although all Ippudo stores are clean, Ippudo KAY is exceptionally clean inside. This time, I ordered the "tonkotsu ramen" with the "gyoza rice set." I also received a complimentary topping of bean sprout namul. While Ichiran is famous for its tonkotsu ramen, I think Ippudo has differentiated itself. Even though it's tonkotsu, I feel that Ippudo's ramen is surprisingly light. The combination with the familiar Rooibos tea is excellent. It's conveniently located, so I've been using it multiple times.

Around 1:00 PM, when I visited the restaurant, there was only one group waiting. Compared to the surrounding eateries where there were 3-4 groups waiting, it was relatively empty. Once seated and finished ordering, there were about 4 groups waiting outside! Luckily, we got in at the right time. The menu was very stylishly designed, with points of emphasis listed one after the other. Orders were placed through a QR code! While waiting for the food to be served, we headed to the topping corner located at the edge of the restaurant. There was a variety of toppings such as spicy bean sprouts, fairly spicy takana (leaf mustard), garlic, vinegar, chili oil, and more. You could freely scoop them onto a small dish while waiting for the food. - Chuka Soba (Chinese noodles) - ¥900: Since I've had tonkotsu ramen before, I decided to try the Chinese noodles this time! It seemed to be made with the image of traditional soy sauce ramen. It was light and easy to eat. - Char Siu (roast pork) and Mayonnaise Pickled Cucumber Roll - ¥380: The sweet and savory char siu, combined with the creaminess of mayonnaise and the refreshing taste of pickled cucumbers, is a golden combination that makes you want to dig in with a bowl. - Gyoza (dumplings) - 5 pieces - ¥250: These are the quintessential Hakata-style gyoza! They are bite-sized, but when you bite into them, juicy broth overflows! I was surprised to find that the counter seats had outlets! Despite the cafe-like stylish atmosphere, customers leave quickly, so the turnover seems to be good.

★Tonkotsu Ramen ¥860★Extra noodles ¥150My order was placed through mobile ordering on my smartphone this time (maybe it has been like this for a while^^;) The soup has a rich flavor and it's so delicious that I feel like coming back here occasionally♫ Yummy!

Miso Egg Ramen 1050 yen Mini Cod Roe Rice + Half Gyoza 350 yen Ramen is a matter of taste. It is quite sweet miso with a strong buttery taste, possibly due to the influence of the chashu. The noodles are firm. It's good that there are plenty of vegetables. The cod roe is honestly a bit lacking, and the rice is slightly soft. The gyoza is easy to eat in one bite and has a strong flavor, making it delicious. Self-service items include water, rooibos tea, spicy bean sprouts, pickled mustard greens, and red pickled ginger. You will receive a paper napkin and disposable chopsticks when seated. You can place a self-order using a QR code, and there are USB ports at the table for charging your phone if you have a cable. Tissues and condiments are not provided at the table, and the staff walk around the counter behind you, making the atmosphere somewhat unsettling. The service is average.

I visited the new branch of Ippudo at Stella Place for the first time. They offer original ramen flavors like miso ramen instead of the typical red ramen. I tried the miso chashu ramen with an added egg topping. The broth was rich and delicious, and the vegetables were tasty, but the portion size was a bit small. Adding an extra serving of noodles to the miso ramen felt a bit out of place.

It's been a while since I visited. I wonder if this place doesn't serve tonkotsu after all? I like the tonkotsu at Ippudo, but this shop feels different somehow. It's a hassle to go get bean sprouts and pickled vegetables. There's nowhere to hang my coat and no place to put things, so I have to eat with them on my lap which makes it hard to get up. I tried adding rice to my meal for the first time, but it's quite sticky so I'll skip it next time. The dumplings are still delicious as always. Actually, they might even be tastier than before?

Popular chain store, a second brand store where miso ramen from Ichiran is the main dish. Before the opening of the Tanukikoji store in Sapporo, I used to visit various stores like Hakata, Tokyo, La Hakata, and La Hakata's Ryukyu Shinmen. After the opening of the Tanukikoji store, I visited it quite frequently when my workplace was nearby. I usually avoided going for lunch because it was more enjoyable with garlic in the evening, with beer, gyoza, and ramen to fill my stomach. I always looked forward to the winter limited miso ramen that was refined every year at the Ichiran Tanukikoji store. Sharing my love for Ichiran, I visited Ichiran KAY, a store that branched off from Ichiran. The interior of the store is stylish and clean. The customer service at this store is also excellent, true to the Ichiran quality. I ordered the MISO ramen (930 yen). The soup has a strong scent of sansho pepper. The taste is amazing! I have tried various miso ramen flavors in the past, noticing differences like a strong Japanese dashi flavor one year, a strong chicken flavor another year, but this one is the best yet! It has a well-balanced combination of chicken umami, Japanese dashi flavor from bonito, pork bone umami, a slight sweetness, and a satisfying "umami" flavor without being too heavy. I enjoyed it with spicy bean sprouts without adding high mustard greens and garlic. This miso ramen is a new flavor that is different from the traditional Sapporo-style or Hakata-style miso ramen! I am grateful to Ichiran for opening in Sapporo. The noodles are thicker than Ichiran's, a straight medium-thin noodle. The quantity of noodles is on the lower side, typical of Hakata-style stores. The noodles are slightly chewy and have a good texture. The hardness of the noodles was not asked, but I ordered them normal, and they were just right. The chashu comes in three varieties, making it a great value at 930 yen. The seared chashu has a gentle seasoning and enhanced umami from being seared. The braised pork has a delicious and gentle flavor. The thick rare chashu maximizes the meat's umami. It's delicious and the best! The bamboo shoots are crunchy but also tender. The vegetables, likely stir-fried in lard, include bean sprouts, cabbage, etc., and are exceptionally delicious. The vegetables are perfectly cooked, maintaining their crunchiness without any unpleasant smell. Despite the lower noodle quantity, the generous amount of vegetables makes the dish satisfying. How many ramen artisans in Sapporo have reached this level of quality? The quality of the vegetables is highly rated, which is rare for a chain store. I have been watching the growth of my "child" (referring to the miso ramen) over the years, and I am very satisfied with the delicious miso ramen. The staff working here are also working with a smile. I hope other stores, apart from Ichiran, will learn from them. Such satisfaction for only 930 yen. Ramen is truly a wonderful dish. If you love miso, please visit and try it! It was delicious! Thank you for the meal♪♪

Located in the restaurant area of Sapporo Stella Place. I chose the tonkotsu ramen out of the options of shoyu, tonkotsu, and miso. The tonkotsu broth was smooth and easy to eat. It came with three types of chashu, which I really enjoyed. I also like wood ear mushrooms. I shared a set of mini mentaiko rice and half-sized gyoza. The mentaiko rice was bigger than expected, I wish there was more mentaiko. The gyoza was small and easy to finish. I had a refreshing rooibos tea as my drink. There was a free topping corner with spicy bean sprouts, kimchi, and other toppings. The ramen was delicious, but the price of 980 yen felt a bit expensive. I tried my husband's miso broth, which had a unique nutty and sweet flavor. It was tasty, but I prefer the tonkotsu broth.

I visited around 7:00 pm on a regular day, and there were many customers before and after me. I had the miso tamago chashu ramen with medium thick straight noodles and the shoyu chashu ramen with thin straight noodles. Both noodles were smooth and delicious. The soup was also tasty, and I couldn't help but drink it all, which made me really thirsty later. I requested a paper apron, but it was forgotten even though it was noted on the receipt, so I had to ask for it again. (T.T)

I stopped by for lunch while shopping. It was just before 12 o'clock, so I was seated right away, but popular places like Hanamaru had long lines. This was a Hokkaido branch of Ippudo, and they had miso on the menu, but there were no options like Akamaru or Shiromaru that I had tried before. I ordered the tonkotsu ramen with a side of mini pork bowl and gyoza, and helped myself to free spicy pickled vegetables and bean sprout namul while waiting. I chose the noodles to be firm. The tonkotsu broth was delicious with no overpowering flavors, but I deducted some points because the noodles, despite being firm, were just average, and the quality of the mini pork bowl was a bit lacking. Also, they served me Rooibos tea instead of water, which might not be to everyone's liking. Overall, it was a satisfying experience at Ippudo after a long time, and I left the restaurant feeling content.

I only eat ramen a few times a year, but I'm always happy when I find delicious ramen. I recently visited the Tanukikoji branch, so today I came here. I love tonkotsu ramen. The chashu here is really to my liking. The seasoned egg is also amazing. I slurped up all the soup. The noodles are of course firm. I might like them even firmer next time. I'll try that next time. I'll be back again ^ ^ Thank you for the meal ★