Sumire-san is a voluminous and delicious restaurant with a huge menu offering almost everything you can think of. I returned from my trip to Wakkanai and had seafood for breakfast at the hotel, but I still wanted to visit Sumire-san. It was around 11 o'clock when I arrived. I parked my car in the gravel parking lot right in front of the restaurant. The staff and the owner welcomed me with a friendly attitude and a loud voice. They seemed brighter than before, not because of the lighting, but because of their demeanor. While waiting at the table, I could hear conversations around me, but the atmosphere was pleasant and the staff seemed to get along well with each other. I was tempted by the "Noodle and Sushi Set" for 1,400 yen listed at the entrance, but I ended up ordering the seafood bowl of the day. Even though I wasn't very hungry, I debated whether to have miso soup... I ended up choosing the mini miso ramen. The rider at the next table ordered the tuna bowl of the day. I wondered if they were up for the challenge... (if you read the previous review). Seafood Bowl of the Day (with mini noodles) for 1,300 yen: First, I tried the miso ramen soup. It was oily and hot, just the way I like it. The noodles were cooked perfectly and had a nice chewy texture. As for the seafood bowl, the tuna on that day was a bit disappointing. The salmon was delicious and plentiful, the shrimp was fresh and sweet, the shellfish had a good crunchy texture, the squid was thick and fresh, and the pounded tuna had a rich flavor. The mackerel, egg, and fish roe were also included. It was a satisfying meal! The seafood bowl alone could easily cost over 1,300 yen, but with the addition of the mini ramen, it was a great deal. My companion had the "Slightly Set" for 1,000 yen, which included a mini seafood bowl and mini noodles. The mini seafood bowl was similar to the seafood bowl of the day, minus the shrimp, and it came with salmon roe, which looked delicious. Although the prices may have increased slightly since my last visit, the cost performance is still high! I brought a cooler box with me this time, so I also bought a seafood bowl for 650 yen (forgot to take a photo) and a fresh sashimi for 650 yen as souvenirs. The fresh sashimi may look small in the photo, but it was a normal serving for one person. If it were sold in a supermarket, it would easily cost over 1,000 yen. Sumire-san offers a wide variety of dishes, including rice bowls, porridge, set meals, and more. The menu is too extensive to list here. By the way, the rider next to me seemed to have left some of the tuna. I wonder if anyone can finish it all. It seemed like there was about 250g of tuna alone. Thank you for the delicious meal! Despite the distance, I will definitely visit again.

Around 2 o'clock, I was able to be seated immediately. I went in search of a seafood bowl, but it was cold and rainy, so I ordered the daily seafood bowl for 1800 yen with miso ramen and added shrimp for 200 yen. When the bowl arrived, it was like a treasure box! The shrimp was delicious with a nice miso flavor, fresh and sweet. All the other seafood was also fresh and tasty! The miso ramen was light and comforting, perfect for warming up on a cold day. I will definitely come back to this place when I'm in the area! Thank you for the delicious meal!

Hokkaido Wanderlust 55: I was planning to have a sea urchin bowl at Coco Kapiu in Obirakamachi, Onishika Town, and Tomamae Town, but... The front has been stagnant for a long time and the sea is rough. When I called, they said they didn't have sea urchin. I checked the Orolon Line heading north and when I asked directly, they told me, "We have sea urchin from Rishiri Island, although in limited quantity." I signed my name on the wedding sheet and kept my place as the third customer one hour before opening. By the time they opened, the front of the store was packed with people. Takeout sales started first, and the older ladies rushed to buy. When the store opened, I was guided to a table. There were no shared seats, even for one person, it was a table for four people. Today's seafood bowl is ¥1800, with sea urchin added for ¥1100. It comes with ramen or udon as a set. I chose cold ramen. The son, who was around junior high school age, took orders and served the food. The service was quite good. The seafood bowl was full of ingredients as shown in the photo. If you eat this in Otaru or Hakodate, it would cost ¥4000 to ¥5000, but it's considered normal in Orolon Line. As for the ramen... no comment. It was delicious, but I wish they would offer it without ramen for ¥2500.

In Hokkaido, when you hear "Sumire," you might think of ramen. However, there is another famous restaurant named Sumire in Hokkaido. In the second part of the story, a man challenges himself to visit a different Sumire in one day. He had successfully tried the ramen Sumire before, but now faced a new challenge. Despite previous failed attempts, he was determined to succeed this time. After a long journey to a small town, he arrived at the restaurant to find a line already formed. He managed to enter and was impressed by the variety of dishes. He chose a recommended seafood bowl and enjoyed the fresh ingredients, including challenging shrimp. After finishing the meal, he wondered if there was any connection between this Sumire and the one in Sapporo. The staff confirmed there was no relation. Reflecting on the experience, he headed back home, feeling satisfied with the meal and the journey. The total distance traveled was 333km, a lucky number indeed.

On the second day of our Hokkaido trip, we visited Sumire-san along the Orolon Line on the way from Sapporo to Wakkanai. We were surprised by the variety of the menu. It was difficult to decide, but I ended up ordering the Ikura Hotate Don. The small grains of ikura spread sweetness in my mouth, and the scallops were fresh and crunchy. My family ordered the Ikura Salmon Don and a huge Maguro Don, which were not only delicious but also visually appealing. We definitely want to visit this amazing restaurant again.

I had the recommended seafood bowl again this year, following last year. The price remained the same at 3800 yen, which is much appreciated. As expected, Sumire is the best when it comes to seafood bowls. The sea urchin is delicious, the scallops are extra-large and sweet, the striped shrimp is firm and fresh, and all the other ingredients are thickly sliced and fresh. I'm glad I was able to eat here again this year. I arrived 10 minutes before opening on Sunday, but there were already quite a few people lined up. It took about an hour to get in, probably around the third or fourth round of seating. After writing my name on the list, I went for a little drive and when I came back, it was the perfect time to be seated. However, those who had been waiting in line the whole time may have been uncomfortable under the scorching sun. For those planning to go in the summer, it would be good to have a parasol. Also, the children helping out the owner were very friendly and provided a heartwarming service. It was a holiday where not only my stomach but also my heart was satisfied.

I lined up around 1:00 PM on Sunday and waited for about 30 minutes to get in. I ordered a salmon bowl for 1,980 yen and a fatty tuna bowl for 1,500 yen. I wanted to add scallops as a topping, but they were out of them. What a shame. I also wanted to try the seafood bowl, but I didn't feel like having a smaller bowl like ramen. Both dishes were delicious, but the fatty tuna had a lot of tough parts. It was disappointing, as it was not what I had imagined. They also had takeout bowls, but I was too full to buy one. I will definitely go back again.

Today's tuna bowl was delicious, thank you! This restaurant is located in Kotoni-cho, Hokkaido. I visited around 12 PM on a weekday and it was still crowded. We were seated in a tatami room. This time, I ordered the daily tuna bowl. As you can see in the photo, it was filled with plenty of tuna. I might have eaten enough tuna for half a year, no, maybe a whole year. I will definitely visit again.

On this day, I went to the Kodaira area. In the evening, before heading back to Asahikawa, I thought, "Alright, let's eat something!" So, I went to the front of the former Rumoi Station. After thinking for a while, I decided to go to Sumire since it was still early for the night shift to start. It took about 30 minutes to drive back to the Kodaira area. When I arrived, there were only about 5 groups of customers, so it was quite empty. I ordered the recommended bowl with all the toppings, and my wife ordered the same with shrimp soup. The food arrived after about 15-20 minutes. The bowl looked amazing with large scallops and sweet shrimp. I had to figure out how to eat it properly, similar to the way I eat at a sushi restaurant in Asahikawa. Overall, the food was delicious and I especially enjoyed the fresh and crunchy scallops. The salmon was light and delicate, while the ikura had a subtle and elegant flavor. The giant scallops were so big and chewy that they could easily fill you up. The shrimp was sweet and had a nice texture. The whole experience was delightful and I would recommend Sumire to anyone looking for a high-quality seafood bowl.

The lunch during a certain vacation is here at Sumire! I had some business to attend to, so I took some time off and headed towards the northern part of the city. It was my first time at this restaurant. Upon entering at 11:20, there were 6 groups of customers with a total of 12 people, and later on, 5 groups with a total of 22 people (one group had 15 people). The interior of the restaurant was surprisingly spacious, with a cozy raised seating area at the back. There were 6 staff members in total, 1 male and 5 female. Today's order included: - Today's seafood bowl for 1,400 yen - Mini noodles: soy sauce ramen The seafood bowl came with a mini side of noodles or miso soup. For the mini noodles, you could choose from ramen (miso, salt, soy sauce), udon, or soba. I had high expectations when I visited, so I felt a bit disappointed. It seemed like the quality of the ingredients varied from day to day, and unfortunately, today felt like a miss. Thank you for the meal!

I knew it would be crowded at Sumire after a year, so I went early and waited in front of the store to be the first in line! Many people came... Last time I had the seafood bowl of the day and miso soup, but this time I tried the recommended bowl. The recommended bowl had large pieces of sashimi! There were 8 shrimp, which was a bit difficult to peel, but they were fresh and the scallops and shrimp were served raw, not frozen. There was plenty of rice, so I ended up leaving a little bit this time. It was delicious, so I would like to go again if I have the chance!

On the first day of my business trip to Hokkaido, I drove from Wakkanai to Asahikawa. For dinner, I went to a famous restaurant in Kotoni Town known for its huge portions. I was torn between ordering the popular "Meat Festival Donburi" or trying the seafood since I was by the sea. Ultimately, I decided to go with the "Daily Seafood Donburi with extra shrimp" since I planned to have meat in Asahikawa. The seafood donburi came with a choice of miso soup or mini noodles. I opted for miso ramen. The seafood donburi was filled with tuna, salmon, scallops, Hokkai shrimp, squid, clams, and egg. The salmon wasn't very fatty but still tasty, and there was plenty of tuna. The fresh and delicious ingredients made the dish satisfying. The portion of rice was quite generous, and all of this for only 1350 yen was a great deal. The miso ramen as a substitute for miso soup was a fantastic bonus. While it may not be easy to reach, I would definitely like to visit this restaurant again.

Today's seafood bowl was delicious. It's a popular seafood bowl restaurant in Kotoni-cho, Hokkaido. I visited before 11:30 am on a weekday. Although there is usually a long line, I was able to enter smoothly because I arrived early. The seafood bowl of the day was served with a mini udon soup. The rice was honestly not the best, but the fish was incredibly delicious. It was a luxurious lunch experience.

It was amazing. I was recommended to try it while visiting my favorite girl. It was the most luxurious and delicious seafood bowl I have ever had. I forgot the name of the menu, sorry... The meat was thick and melted in my mouth. Even after a month, I still remember it. It's not within my usual reach, so I won't be able to go for a while, but I would be happy to go next time with my fiancée. I love them both.

I visited the famous restaurant Sumire in Obira Town, right next to Rumoi City! Even though I went close to closing time, the place was packed with customers!! It was a popular spot that was great for photos and delicious food! It's the perfect place for bikers traveling on the Orolon Line! #Hokkaido #RumoiCity #ObiraTown #SeafoodBowl #Sumire

Moving alone towards Wakkanai, today I am comfortable and in a good mood driving a borrowed "VOLVO XC-90". It has good horsepower so it runs when you step on it, but I can't quite get used to SUVs because they are prone to wind effects due to their height and have poor stability. I prefer cars like the "TT-4" with rigidity and speed, or cars that crawl like Choro-Q. Now, onto the food review. I had been checking out "Sumire" in Koganei for a while now, a well-known popular restaurant in the area. Finally, I decided to stop by today, arriving 15 minutes before opening. Luckily, there was one parking space available in front of the store, and a few more across the road. There were already about 17 people waiting, so I added my name, "Takafumi Sugimoto (Sanma Akashiya's real name)", to the waiting list and sat down to wait. When the time came, a waitress led the waiting customers into the restaurant. The interior had about 7-8 raised tables and 4 regular tables. I sat at a table in front of the kitchen and was served water (the plastic cup had a slightly strange smell). Looking at the menu, there was a wide variety of options, from popular seafood bowls to ramen, soba, udon, curry, set meals, and more (see photos). The most popular dish was the "Today's Seafood Bowl for 1,600 yen", with additional toppings available such as shrimp for 200 yen, scallops for 300 yen, salmon roe for 650 yen, sea urchin for 1,000 yen, and more (see photos). Most people chose ramen (which came with three condiments and a substantial amount), but I opted for miso soup (which was served the fastest). After about 6 minutes, my order arrived, consisting of the seafood bowl, miso soup, pickled radish, and a soy sauce dish (there was also soy sauce on the table). The bowl had red tuna x 4, salmon x 2, tsubu x 2, flying fish roe, sweet shrimp x 1, striped shrimp x 1, marinated mackerel x 1, and an egg. The two types of shell-on shrimp were fresh and plump, the salmon had a good fatty flavor, and the marinated mackerel was quite mild. However, the egg was not good at all, it seemed like it was cut and placed on top after thawing, making it watery and amateurish. The rice was plain rather than vinegared, and the texture was not great, likely due to the watery fish on top. Despite the restaurant's popularity, I was not satisfied with the content for the price. If I had to estimate, I would say it would be worth around 1,200-1,300 yen instead of 1,000 yen. In comparison, the seafood bowl at "Kakizaki Shoten" in Yoichi costs 1,580 yen. I couldn't help but compare. There are several seafood bowl restaurants nearby, and I feel like there might be cheaper and tastier options to explore. If I were to go again, I would go for the "Tonkatsu Bowl" without hesitation. Thank you for the meal.

As it is a famous restaurant, it is best to avoid visiting on weekends to avoid the wait. However, even then, there was still a waiting situation. What is it that attracts people so much to this place? Let's take a closer look and find out. There was a waiting list board at the entrance where you had to write your name and wait nearby. The parking space in front of the store had covered tents where you could sit and wait if you were lucky. After waiting for about 30-40 minutes, our name was called and we entered the spacious restaurant. The menu had a variety of seafood bowls, and we opted for the daily special seafood bowl with a topping of sea urchin. We also ordered ramen, and despite considering udon, we ended up choosing soy sauce ramen. The bowls served to other customers looked impressive, and soon our beautifully fresh seafood bowl arrived. It was filled with colorful and fresh seafood, including shrimp and sea urchin. The ramen had a simple but delicious soup, and all the seafood was fresh and satisfying. The tuna was particularly delicious, and the sea urchin was sweet and flavorful. The price was very reasonable for the quality and quantity of food we received. Overall, we all agreed that the meal would have been even better with vinegar rice. The takeout seafood bowl offered outside the restaurant was served with vinegar rice, and we learned that they could accommodate this request for dine-in customers as well. We look forward to trying that option next time. Thank you for the delicious meal! #Sumire Kodashi Town

I went to this restaurant recommended by a colleague. The parking lot is located across the street from the front of the store. I wrote my name before the store opened and waited in front of the store. Even though it was 10 minutes before opening, there were already about 20 groups waiting. In front of the store, they sell take-out rice bowls like seafood bowls and pork cutlet bowls. They looked delicious and affordable, so I was tempted to get one to go. I was called in about 20 minutes after the store opened. Inside the store, there are table seats and a raised seating area, and it's quite spacious. I struggled to decide but ended up ordering the mixed seafood bowl. It comes with miso soup. The bowl is overflowing with a variety of seafood like salmon roe, shrimp, salmon, seared salmon, tuna, fatty tuna, squid, octopus, large scallop, marinated mackerel, egg omelette, sea urchin, and green onion with tuna. It's a generous portion, and it's so delicious that it's hard to finish. The seafood bowl is so filling that my stomach feels like it's going to burst, but it's very tasty. I will definitely go back to eat it again.

I rented a car from New Chitose Airport and drove north to Wakkanai. I didn't plan much ahead, so I didn't notice many dining options along the way. I decided to do some research and found a highly recommended restaurant. Although it was quite a distance away, I looked forward to it and finally arrived. The food was delicious. It was truly amazing.

I went there for the first time. The weather forecast for the three-day weekend was rain, but on the first day of the weekend, it wasn't raining and it wasn't too hot outside, so waiting outside was not a problem. I arrived around 11 o'clock and there were already about 15 groups waiting, but I was able to eat after waiting for about an hour. I chose today's seafood bowl with a topping of sea urchin and miso ramen for the soup. I think it's good value for money. As for the taste, I was used to seafood bowls with vinegar rice, so when I saw sashimi on warm rice, I was a bit surprised because the sashimi became warm, but that was because I was too used to vinegar rice. I also noticed that there were a lot of fish roe and they got mixed in with all the sashimi, which bothered me a little, but other than that, it was good. I would like to go again. Thank you for the meal♪

I can go to this restaurant in about an hour from my parents' house, so I go there 1-2 times a year. Especially during the sea urchin season, it's amazing, but even without sea urchin, the sushi is piled high with fresh and delicious toppings. And the price is quite a deal. In this area, I think Sumire is the best choice. It gets crowded even on weekdays at lunchtime, and it's super crowded on weekends, so I aim to go right when they open. It's often hard to get a table on the first try, but the staff is very efficient and many customers eat quickly and leave, knowing it's a popular spot, so we usually wait for about 30 minutes. Even my family, who hates waiting, will wait for Sumire.