Visited around noon, there were about three groups of customers in the restaurant. Ordered Negi Buta Ankake Yaki Soba (1100 yen). It took about 25 minutes for the dish to arrive. The plate is quite large! However, the amount of noodles is normal. The sauce is a bit too much, it gets salty towards the end. The noodles are delicious. I think I prefer the regular Yakisoba with five toppings. Due to the slow service and the strong perfume of the server, I will lower my rating.

The Chinese chirashi was cheap but not great this time, but the ginger pork bowl was very satisfying. The staff and the owner were very friendly. I had a better impression of them than the food I ate. The ginger pork bowl had a strong ginger flavor and aroma, with plenty of meat. The sauce was also generous but not overwhelming. I will try the pork bowl for 715 yen next time. It's so cheap.

I was also interested in Stamina Buta Mazesoba, Garlic Butadon, and various fried rice dishes, but since it's the top in the ramen category. The Five-Ingredient Ankake Yakisoba (990 yen) Well, first of all, it's not ramen even though it's in the ramen category, haha. I was also interested in the gyoza, but I decided against it because the amount of ankake yakisoba seemed huge. It came on a large plate! Haha, even the spoon is huge, messing with the scale. Visually, it's fresh and unusual to see broccoli in it, but other than bean sprouts, the ingredients are all a bit sparse. It seems to prioritize quantity. When I tried it, the noodles were springy and chewy! I really like these noodles! ...However, I got a little tired of it towards the end, haha. It was ankake yakisoba with noodles that were incredibly delicious. The menu as well as the interior of the restaurant are filled with toys and manga, and overall, it's a boisterous place. Personally, I find it to be a quirky restaurant, but it continues to attract customers one after another. I realized that it is loved by the local residents. Finally, at the register, there's the cheerful owner. Even though it was my first visit, he naturally said, "Be careful on your way home as it's getting dark!" It's almost like a talent! His voice was always audible, but in the end, I was won over by the charm of the owner, haha. The food is delicious, but above all, the owner is the real attraction. It's that kind of place.

I went to Dodekame Ramen. I wanted to try the daily special, but it seems like they no longer have it. I decided to go with a set instead. I got the Obihiro-style Chinese Chirashi Set for 990 yen, which includes Chinese chirashi, ramen (choice of flavors), and a salad. The ramen had a fish powder flavor and the noodles were quite thick. The Chinese chirashi had sesame seeds in it and the seasoning was really good, with a nice balance of sweet and salty. I really like the Chinese chirashi here. The rice dishes are always delicious. Thank you for the meal!

I am in Obihiro for work. There is a restaurant that I really want to try in Obihiro. It is called "Dodokara Ramen" and it is known for its overflowing collection of Showa-era toys, affordable and generous menu, and the charismatic owner who has become popular even in the media. The most popular dish at this restaurant is the "Chinese Chirashi" for 550 yen. It is a large plate, about 30 centimeters in diameter, and the portion size is amazing for the price. The "Chinese Chirashi" is a local specialty that originated from staff meals, but surprisingly, it is not a must-have menu item in Chinese restaurants and diners in Obihiro or Tokachi. It has a sweet and savory flavor with ingredients like shrimp, vegetables, pork, and eggs stir-fried and seasoned with soy sauce and sugar, served on rice instead of vinegar rice. I love it, but I have to admit that the taste of the "Chinese Chirashi" at that popular restaurant is just a little bit better.

I went to Dodekara-men again today! I chose a rice dish this time. Dodekara-san's rice dishes are really delicious! Or is it just me? (laughs) They have absolute confidence in their rice dishes. I had the Obihiro Chinese Chirashi for 550 yen, which is quite a bargain. The portion size surprised me. The Mountain Dew can brought back some nostalgic memories. Do you remember the Climax drink commercial? It was so refreshing. Back to Dodekara-men, the staff were working diligently and my meal was ready in about 7 minutes. It was a huge portion. The taste was excellent, with a strong and savory flavor profile. The miso soup served with it was also delicious. Dodekara-men is known for their ramen, but I was pleasantly surprised by how tasty their rice dishes are. Thank you for the meal, Dodekara-men!

I enjoyed a considerate set meal, half portion of ramen, and tofu sesame noodles. The prices are very reasonable for the set meal. It was my first visit in a long time, and the ramen was delicious and satisfying. The menu is extensive and it's hard to decide. The energetic owner takes good care of the place, so it seems like a long-standing establishment. They offer many half-size dishes, which are great for women who can't eat a lot.

I went to Dotekara-men again! This time I aimed for the daily thoughtful set meal. It took me over 3 minutes to find the daily thoughtful set meal as there were so many menu options, it was a bit of a struggle haha. I chose the "Stir-fried bean sprouts with scrambled eggs" this time to try something different from last time. The restaurant is filled with nostalgic toys, it's never boring. The food arrived in about 6 minutes. Wow! The portion size and volume were satisfying, as always, with great value for money. I enjoyed the sesame-rich stir-fried bean sprouts with scrambled eggs, the combination of eggs and bean sprouts was delicious. The soy sauce-based seasoning was irresistible. The red pickled ginger added a Chinese touch, enhancing the flavor. The small side dish was a warm egg, with seaweed adding a nice touch. The salad and pickles were well-balanced. The rice and miso soup disappeared quickly. The daily thoughtful set meal was indeed satisfying. The price went up with the addition of consumption tax, but it's still cheap at 429 yen including tax. I will definitely come back to try the other two daily thoughtful set meals. Thank you Dotekara-men for the meal!

In the midst of consecutive days of temperatures over 30 degrees, it remains hot even at night... On such days, I thought of having some "hiyashi ramen" and visited the restaurant. The master warmly welcomed me as always and served me a special large portion of "hiyashi ramen". It was filled with a variety of colorful toppings and the soy sauce-based sauce made it delicious.

I come to Obihiro several times a month, but for some reason, I have never tried the local specialty dish, Chinese chirashi. I happened to search on Tabelog and found this place that offers Chinese chirashi, so I decided to visit. The menu is dominated by ramen, with a huge variety of options. I stuck to my original plan and ordered the Chinese chirashi. The price of 540 yen including tax is quite reasonable! It seems like a popular choice for those looking for a hearty meal. The menu offers a good value with many options. When the dish arrived, it was served on a large plate. At first glance, I noticed that there were a lot of bean sprouts. It seemed more like a vegetable stir-fry on rice rather than Chinese chirashi. The flavor was quite bland. Is this really the local specialty dish? It was mostly bean sprouts and other vegetables, with a small amount of meat and some wood ear mushrooms. The portion size was decent, but it didn't leave a lasting impression. I think this might be different from traditional Chinese chirashi. I haven't tried it at other restaurants, but I might do so next time. Perhaps I'll try the ramen set next time at this place, which seems to be popular with good value. The owner was very friendly and welcoming. I will definitely visit again.

【Ankake】festival currently being held. I went because my stamp card was full. When the stamp card is full, you can use it for a ¥1000 discount. No expiration date. I had the "Jumbo Ankake Yakisoba" for ¥620. It was a good deal. Thank you for the meal.

【ソースカツ丼】= Source Cutlet Bowl: A new menu item where cabbage and source cutlet are placed on top of rice. The meat was tough and the overall experience was mediocre. 【カレーライス】= Curry Rice: Priced at 450 yen (with extra serving), it was disappointing to see the rice visible due to the lack of curry sauce. The portion was small even with the extra serving, making it feel like I was just eating plain rice. The curry had a taste reminiscent of store-bought retort pouch curry.

Currently holding the Ankake Festival. Tried the "Mapo Ankake Yakisoba" at Dodeka Ramen. The menu listed it for 850 yen. There was also Mapo Men... (forgot to take a photo). There seemed to be a mix-up with a different menu item with a different price. I had already eaten it, so I just paid and left, but I felt a bit unsettled.

I went to Dodekara Men, a ramen shop I visit a few times a year. This ramen shop has quite an impact. The interior is filled with nostalgic toys. They have a famous Ankake Yakisoba, as well as their signature Dodekara Men (3 servings of noodles, plenty of toppings) for 1,700 yen, or the Bakadodekara Men (6 servings of noodles, plenty of toppings) for 3,200 yen. They also have the 10-serving La Men Buttamage (10 servings of noodles) for 2,000 yen, and other mega-sized menu items that you can't miss. Today, I didn't go for the ramen, but for the "Daily Considerate Set Meal for 390 yen including tax." You can choose from 4 main dishes: bean sprouts, stir-fried vegetables, omelette, or rolled omelette. I chose the stir-fried vegetables. It's my first time trying the daily set meal, and I'm excited. After waiting for almost 10 minutes, my meal arrived. The stir-fried vegetables are generous in portion, and it even comes with a soft-boiled egg. There's also a salad. Let's dig in. Ah, delicious! The stir-fried vegetables are tasty, just the right amount of salt, and it has a hint of Chinese-style flavor. The soft-boiled egg is a nice touch. This daily considerate set meal is quite rich in content. I feel like trying all the options. I might get hooked on the daily set meals. Oh, I almost forgot. Taking a photo of the extensive menu took me more than 5 minutes (laughs). Satisfied with my lunch at Dodekara Men. Thank you for the hospitality, friendly owner, who personally handled the payment and asked, "Are you full yet?" Once again, thank you for the meal.

The "Ankake" Festival is currently being held. I ordered the "Curry Ankake Yakisoba" from Dodoka Ramen. Although it is not on the menu, I asked for curry sauce on top of the yakisoba. However, the curry flavor was not present, and the sauce was too thick and did not mix well with the noodles. It seems like my request was a mistake.

【Ankake】festival is currently being held. I decided to try the dish after Arshinoe. 【Ankake Ramen】Ramen topped with ankake yakisoba ingredients. The soup helps the noodles to separate easily, making it easy to eat. Since the noodles are not fried, the texture is... It would be great if there were toppings or accents to enhance the flavor.

The "Ankake" festival is currently being held. I tried the "Negi Buta Ankake Yakisoba" from Dodeka Ramen. Hmm... how do I put it... it was lacking. Despite being advertised as "negi buta," it was mostly bean sprouts. There is just a little bit of green onion on top. And as for the pork... where is it? It's just minced meat and small pieces of pork. This dish is more expensive than other ankake yakisoba dishes.

Sometimes I decided to order noodles and went for the "Devil Ramen" in a large portion. I specifically mentioned that I didn't want seaweed, but when it arrived... Hmm? It looked quite different from the picture... In the photo, you could see 5 slices of chashu, but in reality there were only 3? The soup also looked creamy in the picture, but in reality, it tasted like milk was poured over it. Disappointed with the presentation... this is the second time after the disappointing Chinese stir-fry experience. There was cheese melting in the middle. The ramen itself was neither good nor bad.

...Not enough at the Chinese restaurant...decided to go elsewhere...if you want to eat a lot for cheap, this is the place. Recently, the closing time has changed from 9pm to 10pm. Today, I had the "Chinese bowl" in a huge size. It was mostly vegetables, with 2 shrimp, 3 squid, and about 3 quail eggs. This place is handy because there are few places with such large portions, but I wish they had a few more rice dishes...Thank you for the meal. Thank you as always.

I often visit this place, so I tried to order dishes that don't overlap too much. I ordered the "Hayakawa Cabbage Pork Bowl" in a huge size. I also ordered the "Salted Vegetable Stir-Fried Noodles." As the name suggests, the cabbage was shredded underneath the pork bowl toppings. The amount of toppings did not match the amount of rice, so I ended up with leftover rice. Thankfully, the additional order of stir-fried noodles saved the day. On the other hand, there was too much "sauce" in the stir-fried noodles, so I turned it into a sauce-covered rice bowl.