Located in Sapporo's Minami Ward, Men-dokoro Maruha RISE is famous for its ramen featuring a rare clam broth, a flavor seldom found in Sapporo, extracted from a large quantity of clams. The restaurant also serves a rich tonkotsu (pork bone) soup menu, captivating fans with its dual offerings of both light and hearty ramen. This article will introduce the charms and popular dishes of Men-dokoro Maruha RISE.

The popular "Kaidashi Shoyu" (Clam Broth Soy Sauce) ramen, 950 yen

A 5-minute walk from Sumikawa Station on the Namboku Subway Line, Men-dokoro Maruha RISE's most popular dish is the "Kaidashi Shoyu." It features a clam broth soup, a rarity in Sapporo, made with a massive amount of clams. The aromatic oil is also oyster-based, allowing you to fully savor the umami of shellfish.

The noodles paired with the soup are straight noodles specially made by Menya Teigaku in Kyoto, flown in by air. The noodle selection was carefully considered to complement the rare clam broth, and in addition to their smooth texture, the noodles themselves are delicious.

We also recommend the "Shime-chazuke," a dish of rice in the delicious clam broth soup to finish your meal! A set with either the regular "Kaidashi Shoyu" or "Kaidashi Shio" (Clam Broth Salt) comes with rice for the chazuke.

The "Shime-chazuke Set" (1,200 yen) is also popular for savoring the delicious soup.

"Noko Tonkotsu Miso" (Rich Pork Bone Miso), 1,000 yen

In addition to their signature clam broth soy sauce and salt ramen, they also offer a rich tonkotsu miso ramen. This rich ramen is the complete opposite of the light clam broth! The hearty soup, which will impress even lovers of rich flavors, is slowly simmered from pork bones, creating a dense and addictively delicious taste.

Thick, chewy noodles are chosen to stand up to the rich soup!

"Sapporo Taiwan Men," 1,100 yen

On Mondays and Tuesdays, they also serve a special ramen that fuses the "Sapporo STYLE"—stir-frying bean sprouts and other ingredients in a wok—from their main store, Men-dokoro Maruha BEYOND. The "Sapporo Taiwan Men," a fusion of "Sapporo STYLE" and Nagoya's local "Taiwan Ramen," is a dish that captivates spicy ramen lovers. They also offer a variety of other limited-time items, including "secret menu" items that only followers of their social media can order.

The restaurant is family-friendly, allowing strollers inside.

The story of Men-dokoro Maruha began in 2005 when the late founder, Tomoya Hasegawa, opened a shop in Nishioka, Toyohira Ward, Sapporo. In 2011, he opened a second brand, Men-dokoro Maruha Kenshomaru, in Sapporo's entertainment district of Susukino, which became famous for its ultra-rich tonkotsu ramen. However, Tomoya fell ill, and the shop was regrettably closed.

Later, his eldest son, Ryoma, inherited his father's passion for ramen and opened Men-dokoro Maruha BEYOND in Nakanoshima, Toyohira Ward, Sapporo in 2013 (relocated to Minami-Hiragishi, Toyohira Ward in 2021). The name "BEYOND" embodies the meaning of surpassing his father.

Men-dokoro Maruha RISE, introduced in this article, opened in 2017 in Sumikawa, Minami Ward, Sapporo, as the second brand of BEYOND. While the main store is managed by a store manager, the owner, Ryoma, personally stands in the kitchen here, serving a diverse range of ramen. It's a wonderful place that will make you want to visit again and again.

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The ticket machine

The ticket machine for Mondays and Tuesdays

*All prices include tax.

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