I visited after 2 years and was surprised by the significant price increase! I felt like there was less noodles, so I asked the staff how many grams of noodles there were, and they said 150g. The amount of noodles has decreased and there were more bean sprouts. I understand prices going up due to various factors, but cutting down on quantity as well... 150g for 950 yen is not worth revisiting! The cost performance is the worst! The Naruto was also just a regular one, not the thick kind. I think I'll try another restaurant soon. Maybe it's the same for chain restaurants. I think I'll just stop going there.

Hello everyone, it's been a while since I've been stuck at home due to my chronic illness, forcing me to take a break from work for 10 days. Luckily, during this time, I was able to follow my favorite Raoul's first PFW. Now that I'm feeling better, I decided to treat myself to some food on my way back from the supermarket. It's been about 3 years since I last visited "Ramen Sanpachi Hirao Store." The interior has been renovated and there's a ticket machine now. I ordered the miso ramen for 900 yen and a small bowl of rice for 100 yen. The presentation has changed, with thicker slices of chashu now, and the hot soup was delicious. The noodles had a nice texture and the soup was rich and salty. I also enjoyed the complimentary strawberry ice cream after finishing the ramen. Overall, I had a great experience at this restaurant and I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal!

I was hesitating between the yakiniku restaurant next door, but ended up coming here, where I haven't been in about 20 years. I didn't particularly like it back then, and now it's so expensive. My husband ordered miso ramen for 900 yen and fried rice for 350 yen. I'm a fan of extra toppings, so I got the vegetable ramen for 1,100 yen and some bamboo shoots for 100 yen. We also wanted to have some dumplings, so we went for the three-piece set for 400 yen. I was excited to add garlic from the table, but it was so thin and seemed never-ending with the bean sprouts. Even adding pepper didn't make it taste any better. I struggled with the bean sprouts and could only eat one dumpling, but they were delicious. I wish we had just ordered them separately. I gave the rice to my husband and indulged in some ice cream. That's how our meal ended.

It's a place in Kiyota-ku, located inside Aeon Town Hirao in Hirao 2-jo 5-chome. On March 8th, it was "Sanpachi Day" at Ramen Sanpachi, where you can get ramen at a discounted price. I visited the restaurant and parked in the spacious shared parking lot. I wrote my name and number of people on the list, purchased a meal ticket at the ticket machine, and chose the "Old-fashioned Ramen" option. I waited for a seat and was seated at the counter after a short wait. The ramen arrived after a few minutes, slightly messy due to the busy crowd. The soup was a mix of salt and soy sauce, reminiscent of Gekimen Wonton noodles, with a high salt content. The noodles were curly, medium-thick noodles with high water content, familiar to Sapporo locals. The toppings included one slice of chashu, menma, Sanpachi naruto, fu, shredded seaweed, and chopped green onions. After finishing the meal, I treated myself to a strawberry milk ice cream bar from the freezer before heading back to my car. I only seem to visit Ramen Sanpachi on "Sanpachi Day" on March 8th or "Hassan Day" on August 3rd.

When it gets hot, the symptoms worsen, it is a designated rare disease by the government. Unfortunately, there is no medicine that suits my rare disease yet. I was hospitalized for rare disease treatment again in April-May after being hospitalized in September last year and January this year. Your supportive comments were a source of energy for me during my hospitalization. I had to postpone my scheduled treatment for 2 weeks after receiving the second dose of the COVID vaccine. At the July appointment, it was arranged to be hospitalized in August, two weeks after the completion of the second vaccine dose. Prime Minister Suga said that people over 65 years old would be completed by July this year, but Hokkaido has the lowest vaccination rates in the country for both the first and second doses. Pfizer's vaccine has been announced to be cut by 10% nationwide, but after mid-July, only 30% of the desired quantity will be delivered to Sapporo due to the delayed situation. Furthermore, Sapporo will host events like the Olympic marathon in the midst of delays. According to the newspaper, it is impossible for Sapporo to vaccinate the elderly in July. A 70% reduction seems to be the highest reduction rate in the country. Why is there a reduction rate that is 7 times the national average? In August 2021, I visited "Ramen Sanpachi Hirao Store" for the first time. It was probably my first visit, at least since I became a food blogger. "Ramen Sanpachi" is a Sapporo chain ramen shop founded in 1987. At one time, there were many stores and it was quite popular. The service of an ice bar after the meal was delightful. I learned about the cost-effective "Sanpachi Day" through reviews from my followers last year. Previously, it was only twice a year on March 8th and August 3rd for 380 yen. Now, on March 8th and August 3rd, it is 450 yen. August 3rd is called "Reverse 38 (Sanpachi) Day." In reference to Sanpachi, it is the 11th day. By multiplying 3 by 8, the 24th also became Sanpachi Day. The prices of miso, salt, and soy sauce ramen, which were originally 850 yen, are now 550 yen each. I visited directly from my usual hospital with my usual companion for lunch. This store is located in the Hirao area of ​​Kitaku, Sapporo, within Aeon Town Hirao. Please check the exact location of the store on Tabelog. I visited just before 11 am on a weekday. There were 5 customers in front and about 20 customers behind. The store has a small raised area with table and counter seats. We were guided to a table seat. Both my companion and I usually order "miso ramen" at "Ramen Sanpachi." Naturally, we both ordered "miso ramen." After waiting for 6 minutes, two "miso ramen" were served. Miso Ramen: Noodles: Hokkaido-made noodles (not seen in other stores) Soup: Hot soup with a strong miso flavor. It's quite good, with a nostalgic taste. It's not exceptionally delicious, but it has a stable taste. It's a bit on the strong side as usual and easy to enjoy. When you add garlic, the flavor becomes much stronger. Toppings: - Chashu: 1 slice - Menma - Moyashi with the Sanpachi name - Crunchy texture - Negi (long green onion) - Onion - Cabbage - Ice candy (1 piece) as a service Price: 850 yen → 450 yen (tax included) On Sanpachi Day, the miso and soy sauce ramen usually come with 2 slices of chashu. On Sanpachi Day, the chashu comes with 1 slice. The ramen is substantial as usual. For tourists visiting Sapporo, there is no need to go out of their way to come to this shop. It's a convenient ramen shop for everyday use. On August 3rd, the price is reduced from 380 yen to 450 yen. Even at 450 yen, the ice bar is still a service. We both chose "Strawberry Milk" as our favorite ice bar. Seniors over 60 years old can also enjoy a reduced price of 550 yen on the 15th of every month. It's a great deal and a convenient day.

Today, I had some shopping to do at Aeon Town in Hirao, so I decided to have lunch at Sanpachi, which I haven't been to in a while. I've always been a fan of their food, so I like to come back regularly. It was lunchtime, but the restaurant was only about half full, so we were able to sit in a raised seating area. As soon as I picked up the menu, I noticed the limited-time menu item called "Summer Noodles." I had tried a limited-time menu item before and it was delicious, so this time I quickly decided on the "Summer Noodles (850 yen)" and also ordered the "Nori Mayo (300 yen)" because I wanted a little more. My girlfriend, who tends to prefer hearty flavors since her discharge from the hospital, ordered the "Charred Shoyu Ramen (900 yen)" and the "Small Rice (100 yen)." The interior of the restaurant is simple but spacious, providing a sense of openness. There is no counter seating, but there are individual seats, table seating, and raised seating depending on the customer's situation, which is very convenient. About 7-8 minutes after ordering, the steaming hot ramen arrived. It looked delicious, so let's dig in! The Summer Noodles had a thicker consistency compared to the one I had tried before, making it a bit challenging to eat as the thick sauce clung to the noodles, but the sweet flavor wasn't overpowering, making it easy to enjoy. There were plenty of bean sprouts, onions, carrots, bamboo shoots, and minced meat as toppings, providing a satisfying meal. The familiar Naruto fish cake with the Sanpachi logo on it is always cute. The Nori Mayo contained a unique tuna mayo with mustard, which surprisingly tasted delicious! The combination of mustard's aroma and spiciness complemented the tuna mayo perfectly, creating a flavor that could become addictive. I also tried a bit of my girlfriend's Charred Shoyu Ramen, which had a rich aroma due to the charred soy sauce and a strong garlic flavor, giving it a stamina-boosting quality. With plenty of diced chashu and vegetables like bean sprouts, it was also a hearty bowl of ramen. Sanpachi is a ramen chain originating from Hokkaido, and the owner, who became a character of the restaurant, started the business when he was 38 years old, hence naming it "Ramen Sanpachi." It must have been a struggle to establish such a famous ramen restaurant that even expanded overseas. Thanks to the owner's efforts, we can still enjoy Sanpachi's ramen, which is truly appreciated. We cooled down with complimentary ice cream on our way out, which was quite a nice touch. I have a habit of craving Sanpachi's ramen regularly, so I'll definitely be back when the craving hits again! Thank you for the meal!

I visited on Sappachi Day and there was a long line. I waited for about 30 minutes. If it's always like this, then it must be a popular restaurant. I ordered miso ramen for the first time in a while. The ramen arrived in about 10 minutes. Personally, I found it a bit salty today, but I think this ramen truly embodies Sapporo miso among chain restaurants. I also received an ice candy! Thank you for the meal!

I remember the miso I had at another restaurant was weak, so I decided to avoid it this time. I ordered the "Salt Ramen for 850 yen". It was quite crowded at lunchtime, but my ramen arrived in about 3-4 minutes. The soup had a slightly strong saltiness, which I personally liked. The toppings included bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, onions, chashu pork, chopped green onions, and fish cake. The chashu pork was large and deliciously tender. The noodles were medium-thick and curly, and the spiciness of the soup was just right. However, I found the noodles to be slightly overcooked, which was a bit disappointing. The salt ramen here is delicious! In Sapporo, "Sanpachi" may be better known for their salt ramen than their miso. When I was in Tokyo, I used to go to a shop near Kanda Myojin twice a week, and their miso ramen was incredibly delicious. I wonder why the Sapporo shops don't match up... From now on, when I go to "Sanpachi" in Sapporo, I'll definitely order the salt ramen. But 850 yen is a bit expensive. Even if it's high, it should be around 800 yen!

In my opinion, the chain restaurant that makes me feel like I'm in Hokkaido is here, located in Aeon Town. I always end up ordering soy sauce ramen because I love it. The vegetables, bamboo shoots, and chashu on the yellowish noodles are chewy and comforting.

On a certain weekday, my planned lunch spot fell through, so I ended up at Santapachi Ramen in the Taun area of Aeon Hirao in Kiyota Ward. The restaurant has a spacious interior with counter seating, tables, and 6 raised tatami tables for families. The place was bustling with customers, even during the later part of lunchtime. I ordered the Vegetable Ramen with salt flavor, which turned out to be a large bowl of noodles with a slightly soft texture. The clear soup had a hint of sweetness from simmered vegetables and a mix of animal and fish flavors. While the vegetable content made the broth a bit watery, the generous portions of bean sprouts, onions, and cabbage kept me satisfied. The toppings included bamboo shoots, green onions, logo-printed fish cake, and deliciously tender char siu pork. As I pondered the restaurant's appeal, I realized that besides the tasty ramen, it's their commitment to customer loyalty with discounts, special days, and stamps that sets them apart. Overall, a satisfying dining experience at Santapachi Ramen.

Around February 2019, I was busy and looking for a quick lunch option nearby that would provide me with enough energy. Personally, I prefer noodles for that. I found myself at Sanpachi in Aeon Town after a long time. I ordered a small soy sauce ramen with rice. Even though it was a small portion, the ramen had plenty of vegetables and was delicious with a rich flavor. The soup was a bit on the sweet side, but the rice was just okay. Overall, it was a satisfying meal. Thank you!

This was my first time trying "Sanpachi" ramen. I had always assumed it wouldn't be my style due to my preference for low hydration noodles. However, I decided to visit on a whim. As usual, I started by trying the noodles first before sipping the broth with a spoon. In the end, I confirmed that the noodles were not to my liking as they were not low hydration.

The classic miso ramen and fried rice were very satisfying.

When you think of Sanpachi, you might imagine incredibly salty soup, especially their original soy sauce ramen! This soup is extremely salty and not recommended for those with high blood pressure, but as someone who loves salty flavors, it's right up my alley. So, I happened to visit the Sanpachi located in Hiraoka's Aeon Town. While their recommended dish is miso ramen, that day I decided to order their original soy sauce ramen with a side of mini rice. After waiting for about 4-5 minutes, the piping hot bowl of original soy sauce ramen arrived. I took a sip of the soup, and it was incredibly hot! The soup was coated with lard, making it scalding hot along with the noodles. As I was earnestly eating, I realized something. "Huh? The soup isn't as salty as I expected." The soup at this restaurant wasn't overly salty, but just the right amount, making it very delicious and satisfying.

▼Location▼Located inside AEON Town Hirao along Kitano Street.▼About the Restaurant▼Ramen Sanpachi HPFounded in 1987 in Sapporo. The name comes from the age of the founder, who was 38 years old at the time of establishment. The restaurant has expanded mainly in Sapporo and now has branches in Aomori, Tokyo, Okinawa, and more. The spacious layout with counter seats, tables, and raised seating areas is a unique feature.▼Menu▼The menu includes miso, shoyu, and salt ramen, as well as old-fashioned, tonkotsu, and chicken-pork shoyu variations. They also offer a variety of side dishes. For more details, please visit their website.▼Food Ordered▼▽Miso Ramen 799 yen▽ (May 2016)This is the visual of Sanpachi's miso ramen with plenty of vegetables like bean sprouts and green onions. The soup is a blend of red and white miso with a pork-based broth, adding a flavorful taste with minced meat for richness. The homemade noodles are slightly thin and curly, typical Sapporo style, cooked perfectly with a good chewy texture. The three slices of chashu, including pork belly and lean meat, have a nice texture. The vegetable toppings mainly consist of bean sprouts and onions, providing a good amount.▼Impressions▼ (May 2016)Sanpachi, a chain established in 1987 and representing Sapporo, is known for its miso ramen. In the past, during its peak, they had many roadside stores and most were open late at night, thriving in their glory days. However, in recent years, they struggled to keep up with the changing times, leading to business downsizing, revising operating hours, and menu restructuring. This particular Sanpachi branch in AEON Mall Hirao maintains the taste well. It had been over a year since my last visit here. Feeling like it had been a while since I had miso ramen, I opted for the basic miso ramen. The punch of the soup, the volume of vegetables, and the typical Sanpachi flavor made this miso ramen quite delicious after a long time. However, the price has increased by about 100 yen in recent years, making it hard to ignore the lack of cost-effectiveness. I might not come back for a while.

Happy New Year! In 2015, I was transferred to a completely different department due to a job change, and it was a year of confusion. I didn't have time to leisurely read everyone's reviews, and I apologize for that. I hope to start fresh in 2016, but I expect to remain busy, so I apologize in advance for any inconvenience. Thank you for your continued support this year! There are still reviews from last year that I need to catch up on, so please bear with me a little longer. On December 23, 2015, I visited Ramen Sanpachi Hiraoka store for the first time. It was a holiday, but I had to work from the morning. I finished my work and welcomed lunch. Since my wife was out, I decided to go on a ramen tour. The first stop was this place! Ramen Sanpachi Hiraoka store. The shopping mall where this store is located is not a place I visit often. I had heard about Sanpachi when I came here once with my wife before, so I had been wanting to visit. It was close to 1 PM, and the store was quite crowded. I was able to sit at the counter right away, but it seemed like there were many families dining. I decided to try the stir-fried miso ramen. The ramen arrived in about 7 minutes! It had the appearance typical of Sanpachi's miso ramen. Let's dig in! Starting with the soup. The miso flavor was deeper than the usual Sanpachi miso. Perhaps it's because of the stir-fried vegetables and ground meat in it. Anyway, it was good! I tried the noodles. They were slightly chewy and firm, cooked just right. They paired well with the soup. The vegetables included bean sprouts, onions, and ground meat. They were cooked just right to blend well with the soup. The other ingredients were also typical of Sanpachi. I realized too late that I hadn't ordered a large portion, but I was already feeling quite full. The amount of noodles seemed normal, but the abundance of vegetables and soup must have filled me up. If the soup wasn't delicious, I would have left it and moved on to the next restaurant, but the soup was excellent, so I ended up drinking too much of it... By the time I remembered my plan to visit another place, it was too late. I gave up on eating more for today (^^;) So, I think this Sanpachi is quite good. I didn't have high expectations, but I would definitely consider revisiting this place! It was delicious! Thank you for the meal!

It's been a while since I had ramen at Sanpachi. The last time I visited this store at Aeon Town was about 10 years ago. Back then, they didn't allow smoking during lunchtime, so I never came back since then. It's also been quite a long time since I last had Sanpachi ramen, about 7-8 years ago when I had the Mega Ramen at the Fukuko store and the extra-large vegetable ramen at the R274 Atsubetsu store. The soup back then was extremely salty, and the noodles were not very pleasant. The soy sauce ramen had black noodles, and the miso ramen turned your urine a golden color after drinking the soup. This time, I ordered the Mega Ramen with salt. Even though I'm not young anymore, I decided to go for it. Let's eat! The Mega Ramen has three times the amount of noodles, twice the soup, and about five times the amount of vegetables, menma, and chashu. The bowl and spoon are huge, attracting attention in the restaurant. The spoon is so big that even adults struggle to fit it in their mouths. The Mega Ramen on the table is overwhelmingly large, with a mountain of vegetables like in a Jiro-style ramen. I tried to pull the bowl closer, but it was so heavy. However, the soup looked delicious with its clear appearance and thin layer of oil. I started by slurping the noodles from under the vegetables. Oh, they changed the noodles! They kept the wavy shape and thickness but improved the texture to be smooth and crispy. I thought the soup would be good too, so I took a sip. The oiliness added flavor, and the saltiness was reduced compared to before. The magic powder was still there, but the soup was different from the 100% utilization era. I finished all the noodles and ate about half of the vegetables when time was up. The bus to Chitose Airport was approaching, so this time I had some help from my friends. Sanpachi has improved in a positive direction. Now, I can recommend it as a representative Sapporo ramen to visitors from Honshu. Thank you for the meal. Next time, I'll take on the Mega Ramen alone.

On November 16, 2014, I visited this Sanpachi located along Kitano Street, inside Aeon Town. It's been a while since I last visited Sanpachi. There are other ramen shops along this street, but a ramen shop that opened about 2 months ago has already closed. The interior of Sanpachi is bright and family-friendly. My son had the tonkotsu ramen, while I had the shoyu ramen with butter topping. I always add butter topping to my Sanpachi ramen since I was a child. It's highly recommended! It took about 5 minutes from ordering to serving. I started with the soup, and the ramen was delicious after a long time. The butter adds a nice salty touch that goes well with the dish. Even with a half portion, there were plenty of vegetables to give it a satisfying meal. My son found the tonkotsu ramen to be a bit bland. The lack of vegetables was surprising since Sanpachi is known for generous vegetable servings. I tried a bit of the soup, and indeed, it was light. The chashu was thin, but I personally liked it. It brought back nostalgic flavors from my childhood, as Sanpachi was my favorite ramen back then. Thank you for the meal!

I want to eat ramen, but I don't have time to wait in line at popular restaurants. Plus, with the lingering summer heat, I find myself craving ice cream after a hot meal. That's when I end up at "Sanpachi." With its increasing number of branches, it has become a face of Sapporo's ramen scene. I only eat the "miso" ramen here. This is because of past experiences with severe burns and injuries. I don't think it's the case anymore, but those scars may never fully heal. The staff at Sanpachi are welcoming, seating you with a smile, taking your order happily, and efficiently communicating it to the kitchen. They are well-trained and it shows. The ramen arrives promptly, also with a smile. It feels good. The ramen is as expected - generous portions of chashu, a satisfying amount of onions and bean sprouts, and the classic Naruto with "Sanpachi" written on it. The soup has that distinct Sanpachi flavor. It's not the trendy "Sapporo ramen is miso!" style, but rather closer to the traditional taste, which is comforting. The slightly thick soup complements the abundant vegetables. The noodles are a bit chewy and not particularly flavorful, which is a bit disappointing, but overall, it's a classic taste. I paid cheerfully, grabbed an ice cream on my way out, and even after the door closed, I could still hear the "Thank you very much." It's a magical phrase that makes me want to come back again. Thank you for the meal.