Business trip to Sapporo~♪ After a long time in Hokkaido~ It's been about 4 years since my last visit! I remember that the first place I visited when I first landed on the northern land was "Jiro Sapporo Store"... It was quite a challenge to visit Jiro Sapporo Store in my quest to conquer all the Jiro stores that existed at the time, especially coming from my usual base in Fukuoka, Kyushu. My first Jiro experience was at Jiro Mita Honten 15 years ago, and I've been hooked on Jiro ever since (laughs). Even now, there are still some Jiro stores that I have only visited once... such as Niigata Store, Maebashi Chiyoda-cho Store, Hitachinaka Store... I want to find opportunities and aim for a second round at these stores♪ Now, on the first evening, I quickly finished my business and headed to "Jiro Sapporo Store"! The location is about a 10-minute walk from JR Sapporo Station West Exit along the railway tracks to the west. I arrived around 5:05 PM, just after the store opened at 5:00 PM. I entered in order, and the 10-seat x 5-seat L-shaped counter with 15 seats inside was full, with about 10 people waiting on the long bench in the store. At that time, most of the customers seemed to be young men in their twenties. There were notices on the store's window about the timing of buying food tickets, how to line up (not blocking the entrance), excessive talking without masks, no standing in for the representative, no smoking while waiting in line... etc. "If you violate the rules, we will ignore everything except the free topping 'garlic'," it said. "Ignore" means "skip" is quite a harsh word. They must have been really bad manners! In Kanto, there are many people who are used to Jiro, so you don't see many violators like this, but in Sapporo, where there is only one Jiro store... So, the bench inside was empty, and I bought a food ticket... but I couldn't figure out which button to press for raw egg (laughs). The food ticket machine also had a large notice saying "no photos allowed" (^^;) I think it's important to provide information about the ticket machine in advance to make the process of buying food tickets inside the store smoother... especially when there are unique topping menu items that are not available at other Jiro stores! If it had been announced on the official Twitter or something, there would have been no problem, but there wasn't anything like that... But there must have been some problem! This time, no photos... (^^ゞ ● Small Ramen 850 yen I actually wanted to buy a raw egg, but I didn't know which button to press (laughs) I was seated about 25 minutes after lining up. With 15 seats inside the store, the turnover of customers is quite fast! The kitchen was manned by the store manager who came from Jiro Sakuradai and a female assistant, working as a team of two. Their coordination was impressive to watch, and the speed at which customers were served was impressive! The table had soy sauce dressing, chili pepper, and black pepper ready at all times! Then, the female assistant asked, "Would you like garlic?" It's garlic-calling time! I clearly said, "Lots of garlic, extra lard," and the assistant laughed (laughs) It's been a while since I visited Sapporo Jiro! Here it is~ (^_^)/ A hearty, chunky look with lots of garlic and extra lard! The vegetables are piled high, with plenty of solid lard on top! Even without garlic, the vegetable mix was satisfying. And then, the pork!! The pork had just the right amount of fat and was tender... This is a top-ranking pork in the Jiro world. The noodles are thick and flat. A stable deliciousness with a strong wheat flavor, typical of Jiro. The soup is a pork broth with a strong FZ that is lightly emulsified, with a taste that is a direct descendant of the Jiro classic. In this type of soup, it's of a high quality even within Jiro! I thoroughly enjoyed and reaffirmed the taste of Sapporo Jiro by thoroughly mixing garlic with vegetables, noodles, and soup. It's enviable for Sapporo fans to be able to enjoy the high-level direct Jiro taste at the northernmost point! Photos were not allowed for everything except the ramen! There are many restrictions, but as long as you follow common sense and manners, it's okay to be yourself! There were no problems at all. I hope a direct Jiro store will come to my hometown Fukuoka soon~www

"Ramen with 2 slices of pork, less noodles, less vegetables, garlic, and extra lard caramel sauce. This was my 272nd bowl in 2023 and it was my first visit to this place. The ramen arrived in 9 minutes after I ordered it at 4:30 pm on a weekday. There was a line of 6 people with 1 person operating. Some topics discussed were the long road ahead to try all the Ramen Jiro shops, many customers being new to Ramen Jiro due to the location, the cute way the staff enforces the rules by not allowing orders that break them, the impressive memory of the female assistant for taking orders, the warning to pay attention to the noodle quantity before purchasing the ticket, and the strict no photography policy in the restaurant. As for today's meal, the thick flat noodles were cooked perfectly firm and delicious, the non-emulsified soup had a strong seasoning which I liked, the pork was tender yet had a nice texture, and the vegetables were crunchy with a lot of cabbage. The condiments on the table included seasoning, chili pepper, and black pepper. Thank you for the meal!"

9/12 Ramen Jiro Sapporo Store Small Ramen Noodle Light Ramen Jiro 35th store 5.6 minutes walk from Sapporo Station. The first stop after moving from Toyama. There was one customer waiting 30 minutes before the evening session. There are a lot of notes, but as long as you follow the rules, you won't be scolded. The waitress comes out right at the scheduled opening time to confirm the noodle amount. This time, I ordered less noodles, less vegetables, less garlic, and extra pork fat. The ramen was served in about 8 minutes. The soup had a slightly emulsified milky base, with a strong flavor. The noodles were slightly thicker than standard, with a good chewy texture. The pork was incredibly tender and fatty, adding to the deliciousness of the dish. Some bonito flakes were sprinkled in the soup, giving it a nice flavor. The waitress's service was impeccable. Overall, it was a great meal.

Ramen (with 2 slices of pork) for ¥900. I asked for less garlic and extra fat, and it was perfect. The pork chashu was so tender and thick, it was amazing.

Sapporo Night Here ~ One of the purposes of this Sapporo trip was to visit Jiro! This makes it the 42nd Jiro shop in the direct line. Personally, it was one of the most challenging Jiros for me. It's about a 10-minute walk from Sapporo Station. Around 6:00 pm on a weekday, there was no wait and the shop was about 80% full. I bought a meal ticket and took a seat. Then, unexpectedly, they called out my order right away, which caught me off guard, but I had already decided, so I said, "Vegetables, garlic, lots of oil." Maybe they asked because I was sitting in a corner seat. It was run by a male owner and a cheerful female staff member. By the way, taking photos of the meal ticket machine is prohibited. There were various other rules written as well. However, the atmosphere was not tense at all, it was quite normal. In fact, it was surprisingly good. This time, I chose a regular small ramen. There were also plenty of toppings available. Pepper, chili pepper, seasoning. Water is self-service, there are tissues, but no ladles. ▶︎Ordered Items: - Ramen 900 yen (Vegetables, garlic, lots of oil) I asked for extra oil, so it was generously added. It was pleasantly sweet and quite delicious, but it was on the heavier side, so I might not have needed to ask for extra oil. They also served a good amount of vegetables. It was a crunchy type with plenty of cabbage, and when you chewed it, the sweetness came out, which I quite liked. The soup was lightly emulsified with plenty of liquid oil. It had a thick porky oiliness, and the first bite had a hint of a meaty taste, with a slight roughness. The seasoning was effective, giving it a slightly tangy and heavy taste. It's quite heavy with a lot of oil and strong seasoning. The pork was truly divine! It was thick but tender and falling apart. The flavor and texture were both excellent. It reminded me of the pork from the Jiro shop in Senju the other day. The noodles were short and unruly. They had a firm, chewy texture, soaked in the thick seasoning. There wasn't much flavor to the noodles themselves. The amount of noodles was a bit on the smaller side, about 270g before boiling. It was quite heavy, and I feel like I might get a stomach ache tonight. The pork and vegetables were delicious. I finally got to enjoy Sapporo Jiro as I had been wanting to. The only thing that was disappointing was that my seat was dark, so my photos didn't turn out well. Thank you for the meal~!

Arrived at 6:04 pm on Thursday, no wait. Purchased a meal ticket at the ticket machine and ordered ramen (with extra pork) for 900 yen. The ramen was prepared, and I requested extra vegetables, garlic, and oil. It turned out to be very oily, with plenty of vegetables. The soup was well-balanced, and the noodles were firm. The portion of noodles was not too large. The chashu was tender and flavorful. It started off well, but as I continued eating, the soup became too strong. Overall, the portion size was not particularly large.

I visited Ramen Jiro Sapporo for the first time. When I arrived around 10 minutes before the 5:00 PM opening, there were already about 8 people waiting in line. Luckily, I was able to sit at the counter on the first round. I bought my meal ticket and sat at the counter. I ordered a small ramen with half the amount of noodles because I get a stomachache from garlic, so I chose no garlic. The chashu was tender and the noodles were delicious. I will definitely come back!

Jiro-san, a well-known figure in the ramen world. Luckily, there is a shop nearby in Sapporo. I am a regular customer. The shop has 15 seats and is run by the owner and a support staff, which is an efficient business model. It can be intimidating for first-timers. The male ratio is over 90%, so if you are a first-timer or a woman, it's best to go with a male friend or boyfriend who has been there before. The shop has unique rules, so it's best to research them online before going. Inside the shop, talking, using smartphones, and taking photos (except of the ramen) are not allowed, which can be a hassle. However, I recommend trying the ramen at least once. I went around 5:30 pm and was seated quickly, but it can get crowded, so be careful. The turnover is fast. I ordered the ramen with less noodles, firm, and an egg for 900 yen plus 100 yen. In the past, it used to be 1000 yen, but that's understandable. The noodles were served first since I asked for them firm. It only took about 5 minutes today, which is the fastest I've experienced. I asked for less vegetables and extra garlic. I'm not a fan of the vegetables, as they are just boiled. The chashu here is delicious, although the seasoning is a bit strong, it's tender. Then came the ramen, with a rich soup that I wouldn't recommend drinking as it can be too heavy. The thick noodles were excellent, with the soup clinging to them. It's a tonkotsu shoyu base, typical of Jiro, and it's addictive. I personally find it a bit strong, so I mix in a raw egg to mellow it out, which I recommend. Towards the end, it gets spicy, and the thick noodles can fill you up. Be sure to finish it all, as the owner might scold you if you don't. It's a bit of a hassle with mostly male customers, but I still recommend it to women. They also have smaller ramen options. It was a satisfying meal. I'll definitely be back.

Ramen (with 2 pieces of pork) for ¥900. It's really the best with a little garlic. The broth is amazing. It's perfect. The garlic should be left to melt slowly until the end, so that it melts completely by the time you finish the bowl. It's delicious. You could also enjoy it without garlic. The pork chashu is incredibly delicious. It's thick, tender, and has an amazing texture. You can only take pictures of the ramen.

A few minutes walk from Sapporo Station is Jiro. I have tried to visit many times in the past, but because they are not open on Sundays, I was never able to go. Finally, I had the chance to visit on a Saturday when I had time to kill in Sapporo for the day. I arrived around 5:40 PM and was surprised to find the restaurant dimly lit with no line. There were only two other customers at the counter. By the time I left, the restaurant was full, but there was still no line. It was rare to see Jiro without a line during this holiday weekend, I think. They offer a mini size option, which the customer next to me ordered one-third of the regular size. It seemed to be a secret menu item. There were various restrictions on how to order the ramen, such as not being able to order it without garlic. The soup was non-emulsified but had a strong umami flavor, making me thirsty after eating. The flat curly noodles had a satisfying chewiness. They seemed to stick to the basic Jiro format. The pork was a single slice of tender arm meat, but the quality was good. I thought it was wonderful to find a Jiro without a line in front of Sapporo Station.

Visited the northern holy land. Ordered small ramen with 2 slices of pork and a raw egg for 1000 yen. Asked for less garlic and extra oil. The vegetables were crunchy and had a strong cabbage flavor, which was delightful. The vegetables seemed particularly tasty. The pork was fluffy and top-notch. The noodles were slightly rounder and more "wild monkey-like" compared to the Jiro standard. Overall, including the northernmost placebo effect, it was the best.

I've been hooked on Sapporo lunch ramen lately. Even though I came to Sapporo, I couldn't resist trying this half-sized 900 yen bowl. It's quite a generous portion even at half size. I was already addicted to the regular version, but adding garlic and extra fat takes it to a whole new level of deliciousness! It's great that I can get a seat right away, even on weekdays.

Compared to other Jiro ramen shops, the moyashi (bean sprouts) here feels fresh and crunchy. This Jiro ramen place is recommended for its vegetables. The Jiro ramen in Sendai has a strong flavor and is more aggressive from the start, while the one in Sapporo starts off very gently and becomes quite bold when mixed with the sauce. The noodles here are on the softer side compared to other Jiro ramen shops.

One day at lunch~ I've been really into trying different Jiro-style ramen lately, but I think this place is the original and the best. I lined up before opening and got in on the first round, lucky me! This time I added extra chashu and extra vegetables. Once again, I left completely satisfied. Thank you for the delicious meal! (^^)

The flavor was strong, so I enjoyed it from the first bite. The noodles were a bit less, toppings had few vegetables, garlic, and oil. It was lunchtime, but there were only 4-5 people in line ahead of me, so I got my bowl easily. There seemed to be a university nearby, as there were some students. I think Jiro Ramen, which is cheap and filling, is popular. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Don't underestimate Sapporo Jiro. Jiro has different faces, and Sapporo Jiro is a new face. The vegetables were delicious, maybe it's because of Sapporo or just my imagination, but the vegetables were tasty. It may not be the best Jiro, but it was very friendly and the service was good, like a Jiro in Hokkaido.

I have always wanted to go here, but every Friday after work, I always see a long line and end up giving up. Eventually, I started working from home. When I returned to the office and found out that I had Friday off, I decided to visit and there was no line outside! There were only two people waiting on the bench inside, what luck! Finally, I was able to get in. The prices have gone up a bit. I ordered ramen (with 2 slices of meat) with half the noodles, garlic, and the rest as default. I got seated after about 10 minutes. The noodles, even though it was only half, were like a regular large portion. There was a lot of garlic, pork fat, and vegetables even with the default option, but surprisingly, it went down smoothly. I finished it in no time. Personally, I think that Jiro-style ramen can be considered the ultimate form of ramen, but it should be categorized as something different from ramen itself (not in a bad way). If I were in my 20s, I would probably like this taste. It felt like I was eating in a hurry and couldn't relax. This place seems to be more for younger people. However, if you live in Sapporo, it's a ramen you should try at least once. Thursday nights are recommended as it's not crowded.

This is my third visit this year. I arrived 20 minutes before opening and got the first bowl. Before entering, the staff asked for my preferred firmness, and I requested it to be on the firmer side. It only took 5 minutes from ordering to the bowl being served! I ordered with extra oil and garlic. I was surprised by the high ratio of cabbage in the bowl! The cabbage in the bowl was so fresh and green, maybe this is unique to Sapporo (lol). Sprinkling some garlic chips on the vegetables and mixing them with the oil resulted in a delicious taste. Halfway through, I flipped the bowl to eat the noodles, and it seemed like the noodles were thinner. However, the pork pieces that were submerged in the soup came up with the noodles. I quickly devoured the bowl. It's true that you have to go to a Jiro-style ramen shop to get that Jiro experience. Thank you for the meal.

After several years, I visited Sapporo again, this time to visit Sapporo Jiro. I arrived around 6:30 PM on Friday, and found that all the chairs inside were full, with 2 people waiting outside. Luckily, I was able to quickly get a seat on the waiting chair inside. I also had some Genghis Khan before, so I was a bit hesitant, but the Mini Ramen Charshu Mashi was already sold out. The turnover didn't seem slow. When the bowl arrived... there were no chopsticks, so should I drink the soup from the bowl...? Let me try again... oh, did they burn the soup? Or did they intentionally burn the broth? The soup was different from the Jiro in Kanto, with the pork broth being a bit cloudy. The charshu was tender and delicious, and the noodles were slightly firm by default, but you can also order them extra firm. The optional Tamachi was like pickled onions with a kimchi-like seasoning, which was an interesting touch. The Mini Ramen had a price increase since last December.

I have heard that there are many delicious Jiro ramen shops in the Kanto region, but I haven't experienced any that are easy to get into and have a relatively low mental hurdle. When I went to Sapporo before with a friend who is a true Jiro fan and a local, I vaguely remember that it was easy to get in and delicious, so this time I decided to try Jiro in Sapporo by myself during my homecoming visit. It completely outshined the nearby fake Jiro-style ramen shops. I realized that it was really a waste to satisfy my craving for Jiro-style ramen at a nearby place. The overwhelming saltiness, the sweetness of the cabbage cooked just right, the soup-soaked noodles with just the right texture - oh, it was unbelievably delicious. Well, my tolerance for Jiro ramen is low, so even with less noodles and almost no customization, it was a bit tough towards the end. But that quick burst of deliciousness that reached my brain with the first bite made the trip worthwhile.

I didn't plan on getting the ramen (with less noodles, garlic, and extra oil) for 900 yen at all (^_^;) I just wanted to check it out, but I was surprised to see no line in front of the shop, so I peeked inside out of curiosity... and before I knew it, I was in the mood for it (^o^) Well, it was a deliberate decision (laughs). I didn't do any research beforehand, so I was a bit confused by the menu... There doesn't seem to be a button for extra pork on the ticket machine. I pressed the ramen button and got a plastic ticket. I sat at the counter seat as instructed, placed the plastic ticket on the counter, and confirmed the amount of noodles. I asked for less noodles (^^) Soon after, the call time came, and I requested garlic and extra oil, and there it was. I unintentionally repeated the order of the person next to me while hesitating a bit (^_^;) I have been to various Jiro shops many times, but I always feel nervous when visiting a new one. After placing the order, the ramen arrived soon!! Since I ordered less noodles and no vegetable toppings, the amount seemed just right. The pork had a strong presence and was satisfying even without extra toppings. The garlic and extra oil added a nice kick. First, I visually inspected the soup (^^) It had a dark brown color? The soup seemed to be non-emulsified, but it had a rich pork flavor when I took a sip (￣ー￣)ｂｸﾞｯ! The noodles were firm and chewy even in the default setting, which I didn't mind (*^^*) The rolled cabbage was soft and crumbled easily, providing a satisfying texture. The slightly cooked vegetables blended well with the soup and tasted delicious!! Yes, it was delicious (^^) I didn't mark it as a place I would go to Sapporo for, but I'm glad I conquered it (^^ゞ