Soy sauce ramen with pork slices for 800 yen and a mini fried rice for 200 yen. The ramen was delicious, especially the pork slices. The bamboo shoots were a bit tough, but it added to the charm. The mini fried rice was just the right amount, with fluffy eggs. However, it was a bit bland, like a typical fried rice. Self-service for water, pepper, chili powder, toothpicks, tissues, wet wipes, and hand sanitizer at the entrance. Good service from the staff.

Asahikawa-style soy sauce ramen is famous, but I tried miso ramen and mini fried rice. The miso ramen had a rich miso flavor without being too salty, very delicious soup. The medium curly noodles were firm and tasty, and the tender chashu was excellent. The mini fried rice was well-made and delicious. And it's cheap too. The atmosphere of the gentle shop owner is also nice.

I visited a ramen shop along Shinmichi in September 2022. There is a parking lot next to the store. Upon entering the store, I purchased the Shoyu Punch from the vending machine. It has a richer and thicker taste compared to regular soy sauce. The small store has only counter seats. It took about 5 minutes until the food was served. The hot soup had a strong flavor with fine back fat, leaving a good aftertaste. The noodles were firm with a good bite, and the flavored egg was delicious. The roasted pork had no fatty parts, which was pleasing. The Shoyu Punch has a strong flavor, and I thought it would go well with extra noodles or rice. The distance with the staff was good, and the atmosphere was such that even a woman dining alone could feel comfortable.

[Visit in early August 2022] This was my first visit to Akatsuki-san. It has now become a shop serving Asahikawa Ramen. The interior of the shop is the same as the previous ramen shop, with only a counter inside, but it gives the impression of using the previous fixtures and fittings effectively. Today's order was ◆Shoyu Ramen (700 yen)◆Mini Fried Rice (with coupon) [Soup] The soup is a light yet flavorful blend of the basic Asahikawa Ramen ingredients - pork bones, chicken, and seafood. It has just the right richness, allowing you to easily finish the entire bowl. The balance of the mackerel-based fish powder is also excellent. [Noodles] The traditional thin noodles of Asahikawa Ramen have a loose wave and low water content. They have a great wheat flavor and go perfectly with the soup! Cooked al dente, they have a satisfying chewiness that is truly delicious! I rate the noodles 4.0 out of 5! [Chashu] The chashu, which appears to be cooked at a low temperature, consists of three small, thick slices. They are meaty with a good texture and have a light seasoning that allows you to savor the flavor of the meat. They are rare chashu that are well-seasoned to match the soy sauce soup and have a good quality without any unpleasant taste. [Menma] The menma is soft, without any stringiness, and has a subtly gentle flavor. There is a generous amount, providing a satisfying eating experience! [Seasoned Egg] The seasoned egg has a slightly sweet and gently seasoned taste. It has a low saltiness and a gooey texture, making it very delicious. [Green Onions] The spiciness was a bit distracting. Since the chashu, menma, and seasoned egg had a sweet and gentle seasoning, I felt it was a bit of a waste. [Fried Rice] The fried rice had just the right amount of saltiness and a nice texture, but surprisingly, after eating the fried rice, I couldn't taste the soup anymore, so I hurriedly drank some water to reset my palate. [Overall Impression] The soup and other elements are very delicious with a high level of balance, but in Sapporo where many people are used to ramen with seasoned egg noodles, there are few shops serving Asahikawa Ramen that thrive. Therefore, I hope they continue to improve the soup and other aspects. It was also nice to have two sheets of seaweed included, making it a great value! I apologize for being presumptuous. It was delicious! Thank you for the meal! :)

When it gets hot, my symptoms worsen, as I have a designated rare disease (specified disease) by the government. There is still no cure for my rare disease. The symptoms temporarily improve if I receive "blood products" continuously for 5 days. Last year, I was hospitalized 5 times for rare disease treatment. I was admitted for the second time this year on April 4th, but discharged 57 days ago. However, I have made a reservation for the third hospitalization this year due to worsening health conditions. I will be admitted as soon as a hospital bed becomes available. Your supportive comments are always a source of encouragement for me during my hospital stays. I am truly grateful. Thank you for your continued support. In the future, I plan to mainly upload past reviews that have not been reviewed yet. I will limit new visits based on my health condition. "Ramen Akatsuki" is a shop that serves Asahikawa ramen. It opened on March 1, 2022. I visited for the first time with my usual companion for lunch. The shop is located in the North 34th area of ​​Higashi Ward, Sapporo, near Sapporo Kitaschool. For the exact location of the shop, please check on Tabelog. I visited around 2 pm on a weekday. The shop is known for its historical ramen shops. This time, it was also a ramen shop. The interior of the shop is compact with only counter seats. As soon as you enter the shop, there is a small ticket machine on the left. As expected of an Asahikawa ramen shop, the top left is "soy sauce" followed by "salt". Then it goes on to "miso" and "spicy miso", but there are few "miso" options for Asahikawa ramen. I ordered "Soy Sauce 700 yen". My usual companion ordered "Soy Sauce Punch 800 yen". There were no customers before us, and only one customer came after us. We sat at the empty counter seats. After an 8-minute wait, our two bowls of ramen arrived. Soy Sauce Ramen Noodles: Classic low-water noodles for Asahikawa ramen, medium-thin and slightly curly. The noodles are slightly softer compared to Sapporo noodles and go well with the soup. The tonkotsu-based and seafood-flavored soup is a gentle flavor. Toppings: Small pieces of chashu, half a flavored egg, menma, chopped seaweed, chopped green onions. Price: 700 yen (tax included) Soy Sauce Punch Noodles: Same soup as above, tonkotsu-based clear soup with a strong soy sauce flavor. The lard makes the taste a bit milder. Price: 800 yen (tax included) The "Soy Sauce Ramen" has a gentle flavor typical of Asahikawa ramen. The "Soy Sauce Punch" has a strong original flavor of the shop with a strong soy sauce taste. It's a matter of personal preference which one you like. Personally, I preferred the taste of the "Soy Sauce Ramen". Next time, I might try the "Miso" from Asahikawa. It was delicious, thank you.

Visited for the first time in April 2022, this new ramen shop opened in March this year at the former location of the renowned Asahikawa ramen shop "Honjo Asahikawa Ramen," which unfortunately closed down. The interior remains similar to the previous shop, with a counter-only seating arrangement and the owner operating the shop alone. I ordered the "Shoyu Punch" for 800 yen without knowing what the "punch" meant. The soup seemed to be a pork-based Hokkaido clear broth, and the noodles were thin and straight, with a nice wheat aroma. When I asked about the "punch," I was told it meant "a bit more fatty and rich." Perhaps I made a mistake in my order as the overall balance of the dish felt lacking. The toppings of menma and chashu were decent. Next, I tried the "Miso" ramen for 800 yen, which my companion chose. The noodles were different, using Sapporo-style noodles with higher water content. While the miso flavor was good, the balance with the soup was still lacking impact. Running a shop alone must be challenging, but I felt that this new shop needs to find a way to stand out more with a stronger impact or punch in their dishes to avoid being overshadowed.

On a certain weekday, I visited a ramen shop bookmarked for lunch located at 5-cho 34-jo Higashi, in Higashi Ward. The shop has a parking lot next to it that can accommodate 4 cars. The interior, previously a ramen shop, consists of a counter with 7 seats. The background music playing is from an AM radio. From the menu, I chose the "Shoyu Punch (800 yen)" from the ticket machine, which offers basic flavors of miso, salt, and soy sauce. The noodles were thin with a slightly wavy texture. The soup had a soy sauce-like color with visible floating back fat. The flavor had a sharp punch of soy sauce, which was noticeable when sipping with a spoon. Personally, I felt that if the soy sauce flavor was toned down, the chicken-based broth and other flavors could be more prominent. The toppings included green onions to balance the sharpness of the soup, well-prepared bamboo shoots, two large sheets of seaweed, a soft-boiled egg with a runny yolk, and small slices of tender char siu. I thought maybe next time I should try the salt flavor. Thank you for the meal.

Today, I went on a business trip to Eastern Hokkaido after a long time. It's about a 4.5-hour drive on the highway from Sapporo to Kushiro, covering approximately 300 km. However, the Hokkaido Expressway doesn't have any service areas where you can eat along the way. So, before getting on the highway, I decided to grab a bite in Sapporo and headed to "Ramen Akatsuki" located near the highway entrance. This restaurant opened in March 2022 and is run by the former owner of "Haragahettara Nagabo" which closed in August 2021. The restaurant is located in Kita 34 Higashi 5, Higashi-ku, Sapporo, along the Sapporo Shin-Do Road. After passing the Sapporo Kita Interchange on the highway and heading towards Otani, you will find the restaurant on your left. The parking lot is next to the restaurant with space for 4 cars. I arrived at 11:30 am and was greeted by the cheerful owner. The interior of the restaurant consists of only a counter, and there was a family of 4 as the only other customers. The menu had options for "Shoyu," "Shio," "Miso," "Spicy Miso," and a special "Shoyu Punch." I decided to try the "Shoyu Punch" for 800 yen. The "Shoyu Punch" arrived on a tray after about 10 minutes. The soup had a rich shoyu flavor with a touch of lard, reminiscent of Asahikawa ramen. The noodles were thin straight noodles typical of Asahikawa style, slightly chewy with a hint of wheat sweetness. The toppings included 3 slices of pork chashu, 2 sheets of nori, menma, chopped green onions, and a seasoned egg. The pork chashu was tender and juicy, the menma was crunchy, and the seasoned egg was deliciously runny. I finished every last drop of the soup and noodles, savoring the rich flavors. It was a flavorful bowl of ramen with a punch, adding an extra kick to the classic Asahikawa style. The owner's lively and friendly personality added to the enjoyable dining experience. I look forward to trying their original shoyu ramen next time. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

It's a place in Higashi-ku, located at Kita 34 Jo Higashi 5 Chome along the outer loop of Sapporo Shindo. A new ramen shop has opened in that area, so I visited the shop to check it out. Due to snow, I couldn't park in the parking lot next to the shop, so I circled around the neighborhood and parked on a side road off Sapporo Shindo before entering the shop. I went to the ticket machine, selected the "Salt Ramen" button, received my ticket, handed it to the owner, and sat at a vacant counter seat to wait for my order. The ramen was reminiscent of the famous Nagabou ramen. The soup had a gentle and easy-to-eat flavor with a combination of animal and light seafood broth. The noodles were similar to Asahikawa noodles, medium-thin, and slightly soft. The toppings included three slices of lean and tender chashu, two sheets of seaweed, half a soft-boiled egg, menma, chopped green onions, and shredded red chili pepper. The parking lot is currently very small, only fitting one large car or two small cars, so I look forward to visiting the shop again once the snow melts.

This place was completely off my radar. Both me and my friend in the bronze outfit found out about it by chance on another website that opened yesterday, so we decided to visit right away. It seems like new restaurants are popping up left and right in the former Asahikawa Ramen spot. By the way, I wonder who registered this place? It's missing a crucial piece of information - the phone number 011-788-6588 (^_^;) We ordered the miso ramen for 800 yen and an extra topping of char siu for 200 yen. The slightly translucent medium curly noodles didn't seem to stretch much. They were smooth and slippery. The soup had a slightly salty miso flavor, and the char siu was also salty. So, we asked for extra soup. As you get older, strong flavors don't sit well (^^ゞ Even when diluted, the soup had a sharpness to it, or rather, a roughness, a bit of depth, or a hint of mellowness would have been nice. Well, that's just my personal preference from Totoron. But what caught my eye in the photos was, what is "Soy Punch"? What is "Akatsuki Spice"? I can't help but be curious! I'll have to go back again! ( *´艸｀)

It's Asahikawa ramen, but in Sapporo style. It was light and easy to eat with a delicious flavor.

The previous version was more delicious. The atmosphere of the owner was softer and the taste of the ramen was also softer. I liked the sharpness of the owner and the ramen from the previous version. This one seems to attract younger customers.

Salt ramen with a mild flavor reminiscent of the now-closed Nagabou in Maruyama.