Sapporo's 'Garyu Menbu Hien' is a popular ramen shop known for its unique ramen that blends a creamy chicken broth (paitan) with the traditional Sapporo cooking style. A must-try is the 'Garyu Sapporo Ramen Hishio,' a perfect harmony of a rich chicken broth made from Miyagi's Shinrinkei chicken and vegetables stir-fried in lard. Also, don't miss their Chuka Soba made with rare Otaru Jidori chicken. We'll dive deep into the secrets of its deliciousness.

The shop is located in Nakanoshima, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo. It's easy to get to by car, with three parking spaces available next to the store (four from May to November). It's a 20-minute walk from Nakanoshima Station on the Subway Namboku Line, and a 15-minute walk from Sumikawa Station.

'Garyu Sapporo Ramen Hishio' (1,000 yen)

The recommended dish is the 'Garyu Sapporo Ramen Hishio.' The shop's signature creamy chicken broth is made by simmering neck meat from Miyagi's Shinrinkei chicken for long hours to concentrate its flavor. This is then masterfully blended using the 'Sapporo style' of adding the broth to vegetables stir-fried in lard in a wok. The combination of the rich chicken broth and the fragrant, flame-seared vegetables is the key to its deliciousness.

The ramen at 'Garyu Menbu Hien' is based on the principles of being 'healthy' and 'easy to eat'

The broth, described as 'kossari' (rich yet light), is served with less oil so that everyone, young and old, can enjoy it to the last drop.

The noodles are also a point of pride. The medium-thick, wavy noodles are custom-made by 'Sagamiya Seimen' using Hokkaido wheat. You can taste both the flavor and richness of the wheat, which perfectly complements the delicious broth.

'Otaru Jidori no Chuka Soba' (1,030 yen)

Among other menu items, the 'Otaru Jidori no Chuka Soba (Soy Sauce/Salt)' is highly recommended! The clear chintan broth, made with Otaru Jidori chicken, will captivate you from the first sip, and its deliciousness lasts until the very end. The special soy sauce tare, which combines the rich flavor of the local chicken with a sharp soy sauce base, is an exquisite blend of five different types of soy sauce.

A generous amount of chicken oil brings together the umami of the broth and the deliciousness of the soy sauce.

Of course, the noodles for the Chuka Soba are also specially selected. To match the broth, they use straight noodles sourced from 'Menya Teigaku,' a long-established noodle maker in Kyoto.

The slurping sensation, the smooth texture, and the compatibility with the broth are all perfect.

'Gyokai Tori Shio Paitan' (950 yen)

Actually, the most popular item at the shop is the 'Gyokai Tori Shio Paitan,' which combines the signature creamy chicken broth with seafood. This bowl features a wonderfully refreshing broth made by blending their prized chicken paitan with a seafood dashi primarily based on bonito flakes.

The menu for 'Miso Day' every Friday.

Every Friday is 'Miso Day,' where only miso-based ramen is served. Founded by owner Maeda, a man with an exceptional sense for ramen, Hien is a renowned shop where you'll have a hard time choosing because every dish is delicious. Come and find your favorite bowl!

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*All prices include tax.

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