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JUL 15 2025

旭川で食べ歩き!ここでしか食べられないタイパ優秀グルメ

With limited travel time, you want to prioritize not only cost-effectiveness but also quality. For you, we present the excellent quality gourmet food of Asahikawa, Hokkaido. The travel distance is short, you can enjoy it quickly, and it is unforgettable deliciousness! We will deliver an efficient eating tour that will overturn your image of Hokkaido cuisine.
Photo: Eating your way around Asahikawa! Excellent Taipa gourmet food that can only be eaten here

Hatsumi Ito
A gourmet blogger who eats and drinks at over 400 restaurants a year. He posts gourmet information on various social media platforms, mainly through X (@hatsu823).
The host of the online salon "Tokyo Gourmet Salon," limited to 140 people. Her life theme is "Gourmet is communication."

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A bowl that overturns the common sense of Asahikawa ramen. Discover real salt at "Ramen Sugawara Main Branch"

Asahikawa ramen is often associated with a rich, soy sauce-based soup.

Image 1: A bowl that overturns the common sense of Asahikawa ramen. Discover real salt at "Ramen Sugawara Main Branch"

In Asahikawa, known as the mecca for soy sauce ramen, there is a famous restaurant that serves the one and only "salt ramen." This is Ramen Sugawara Main Branch, a long-established restaurant that has been in business for 50 years.

Image 2: A bowl that overturns the common sense of Asahikawa ramen. Discover real salt at "Ramen Sugawara Main Branch"

The bright orange shop curtain at the entrance catches your eye. As soon as it opened, customers flocked in one after another, and it has gained tremendous support from locals and tourists alike.

Image 3: A bowl that overturns the common sense of Asahikawa ramen. Discover real salt at "Ramen Sugawara Main Branch"

The restaurant has 8 counter seats and 6 table seats. It is a simple and clean space that gives off a nostalgic vibe. There are even signs on the walls! It's conveniently located about a 10-minute walk from Asahikawa Station, making it an easy place to stop by while sightseeing.

Image 4: A bowl that overturns the common sense of Asahikawa ramen. Discover real salt at "Ramen Sugawara Main Branch"

The signature dish of this restaurant is the "Shio Ramen (900 yen)" with its beautifully clear soup, which has remained unchanged since the restaurant opened. What is surprising is that they do not use any salt sauces like those used in other ramen restaurants, but instead use real salt to adjust the flavor. This bowl of ramen is truly worthy of being called authentic shio ramen, overturning the very concept of shio ramen.

Image 5: A bowl that overturns the common sense of Asahikawa ramen. Discover real salt at "Ramen Sugawara Main Branch"

The soup is a clear broth that has been carefully extracted over time from chicken bones, pork bones, kelp, and vegetables. Its transparency is what catches your eye. The moment you put it in your mouth, the umami spreads softly and there is a deep presence of salt. The soup, which brings out the best in the ingredients, is so beautiful that you will want to drink it all up to the last drop.

Photo 6: A bowl that overturns the common sense of Asahikawa ramen. Discover real salt at "Ramen Sugawara Main Branch"

The noodles are medium-thin and curly, typical of Asahikawa. They blend perfectly with the soup, and the moment you take a sip, the aroma of wheat and the umami of salt spread across your tongue. The char siu pork is moist and tender, with a light flavor that brings out the flavor of the soup. The bamboo shoots also add a colorful and texturey accent.

Photo 7: A bowl that overturns the common sense of Asahikawa ramen. Discover real salt at "Ramen Sugawara Main Branch"

The "fried dumplings (6 pieces for 550 yen)" are heavy, large and satisfying. The crispy skin is filled with juicy meat. A great accompaniment to salt ramen.

If you visit Asahikawa, try not only soy sauce ramen, but also salt ramen at "Sugawara" on your food trip. An experience that will change your perspective on ramen awaits you.

Ramen Sugawara Main Branch

address1F Shichifuku Building, 32 Shichijo-dori 7-chome, Asahikawa, Hokkaido
telephone number0166-22-4710
Opening times11:00-20:00 (L.O. 21:30)
Closed DayIrregular holidays
Official sitehttps://enfood.jp/sugawara/

Enjoy innovative lamb dishes at the famous backstreet restaurant "4.6Sheep"

"Paris Town" is a little piece of Europe that sits quietly in the middle of Asahikawa. This corner, with its cobblestone alleys and rows of Western-style buildings, is an extraordinary space that makes you feel as if you are walking down a back alley in France.

Photo 1: Enjoy innovative lamb dishes at the famous backstreet restaurant "4.6Sheep"

"4.6Sheep" is a Jingisukan specialty restaurant located in Paris. Although it is located in an old alley, the interior of the restaurant has a modern and relaxed atmosphere. It is open until 3am, and its versatility makes it a great place to be used from the first stop to the last stop.

Photo 2: Enjoy innovative lamb dishes at the famous backstreet restaurant "4.6Sheep"

There are about 30 seats in total, including counter and table seats. From individuals to groups, the place is bustling with customers every day, with a wide variety of customers enjoying lamb. The counter seating allows you to enjoy a conversation with the owner, who will explain how to grill the lamb and what parts it is made of, making it a lively experience.

Photo 3: Enjoy innovative lamb dishes at the famous backstreet restaurant "4.6Sheep"

The star of this restaurant is undoubtedly the fresh raw lamb. The secret to its popularity is the soft, mild texture of the meat, which overturns your perception of lamb. First, try it simply with salt or sauce.

Photo 4: Enjoy innovative lamb dishes at the famous backstreet restaurant "4.6Sheep"

The "Premium Raw Lamb (1,300 yen)" is made from a carefully selected, especially juicy and tender part of the thigh meat, which is moderately fatty. It has little odor, so it is recommended for those who are trying lamb for the first time. Once it is quickly cooked on the hot plate, when you take a bite, the rich flavor and mellow taste will spread in your mouth along with the gravy that spreads.

Photo 5: Enjoy innovative lamb dishes at the famous backstreet restaurant "4.6Sheep"

The umami is further enhanced by the plentiful vegetables that make Jingisukan so appealing. Onions, bean sprouts, and pumpkin are grilled on the hot plate while mixing with the fat from the meat. The vegetables become sweeter as they are cooked, and absorb the umami of the lamb, making them a feast in themselves.

Photo 6: Enjoy innovative lamb dishes at the famous backstreet restaurant "4.6Sheep"

The "Salted Lamb Tongue (950 yen)" has a fine texture and a refined, refreshing taste. It is a little different from beef tongue or pork tongue, and the lamb's unique depth of flavor and unique crunchy texture make it an addictive taste that you will never forget once you try it.

Photo 7: Enjoy innovative lamb dishes at the famous backstreet restaurant "4.6Sheep"

A must-try is the signature dish, "Premium Lamb with Tomato Basil (1,200 yen)."
This dish is a new Italian-Genghis Khan combination of lamb covered in fragrant basil sauce and tomato sauce with garlic. It is also a popular dish as a change of flavor after enjoying the standard salt or sauce.

Photo 8: Enjoy innovative lamb dishes at the famous backstreet restaurant "4.6Sheep"

If you want to eat Genghis Khan in Asahikawa, it's worth visiting "4.6Sheep" where you can experience the new charm of "raw lamb with tomato basil". Here you can enjoy both the traditional taste and new discoveries.

There are also plenty of side dishes, such as Hokkaido-style butter potatoes and original raw lamb tomato curry made with lamb. They are perfect for both meals and as a drink accompaniment.

4.6Sheep

address1F Paris Street, 6-1446, 4-jo-dori, Asahikawa, Hokkaido
telephone number0166-27-1170
Opening times17:00~3:00(L.O. 2:00)
Closed DayIrregular holidays
Official sitehttps://46sheep.com/

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