Located in Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Ramen Mokuyobi is a popular restaurant where you can enjoy a bowl of ramen made with a rich niboshi (dried sardine) broth and their pride-and-joy homemade noodles. We'll introduce their signature "Niboshi Shoyu" ramen, along with other popular dishes, and uncover the secrets to their deliciousness.

Ramen Mokuyobi is located about a 2-minute walk from the Sapporo Streetcar's "Nishisen Kujo Asahiyama Koen Dori" stop in Chuo-ku, Sapporo. There are also three parking spots available, making it easily accessible by car.

The most popular dish, "Niboshi Shoyu," for 650 yen

This "Niboshi Shoyu" is the signature dish of Ramen Mokuyobi. The soup, with its strong niboshi broth flavor, draws you in from the very first sip, showcasing the authentic umami and a pleasant, characteristic funk of the dried sardines. The soy sauce base perfectly complements the umami of the niboshi.

The noodles are homemade with whole wheat flour, offering both excellent flavor and umami. You can choose between regular noodles (medium-thick) or thick noodles, and both can be changed to hand-crimped noodles.

"Kara (Spicy) Tsukemen (2 servings of thick, hand-crimped noodles)" for 800 yen

The "Tsukemen" (dipping noodles), which allows you to fully enjoy their prized homemade noodles, is another popular item. The true joy of tsukemen is savoring the taste of the noodles themselves. You'll face the happy dilemma of choosing between the smooth regular noodles or the thick noodles that enhance the tsukemen experience.

"Kara (Spicy) Nibo" for 700 yen

Also popular is the "Karanibo," which has a moderate spiciness from their homemade "niboshi chili oil." This exquisite bowl allows you to enjoy the heat without overpowering the flavor of the dried sardines.

The ability to customize your perfect bowl with various toppings is another great feature!

What's more, the prices are incredibly wallet-friendly. The most popular "Niboshi Shoyu" is just 650 yen! In fact, they had maintained a one-coin (500 yen) price since opening, but have reluctantly raised prices twice recently. Even so, the value for money is astonishing. It's rare to find this level of taste at this price.

Menu

The owner of Ramen Mokuyobi, Mr. Ibaraki, was previously the manager of a famous curry restaurant. The intriguing name comes from his time at the curry shop, where he started serving ramen on Thursdays, the shop's regular day off. Back then, the soup was a nostalgic-tasting "Ton Chintan" (clear pork broth) instead of niboshi. He made the noodles with a pasta machine and served only about 30 bowls, but the ramen, eaten amidst the aroma of curry, captivated ramen enthusiasts. It became so popular that it sold out instantly every week, leading him to open his current restaurant.

For a bowl of ramen that even aficionados rave about at an incredible price, be sure to visit Ramen Mokuyobi when you're in Sapporo!

*All prices include tax.

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