This is a restaurant that has been serving ordinary ramen for a long time! However, surprisingly, it is quite delicious! Run by an elderly woman alone, it could easily be classified as a "hidden gem"! Every time I come to Noboribetsu, I almost always end up at this "Fuji" ramen shop. Whether it's miso, salt, or soy sauce flavor, they are all delicious, but my recommendation is the char siu ramen. You can choose char siu ramen with miso, salt, or soy sauce broth. However, I usually order the char siu ramen with soy sauce or salt broth. The char siu pork is quite thick and has a great texture. It feels like you're eating steak. And the portion is quite generous, so those with a small appetite may find it difficult to finish. The determined female owner, who is a Sakhalin returnee, seems to be gradually losing consistency in the taste.

On August 15, 2022, I visited Ramen Fuji and tried their Shoyu Ramen for 800 yen. After leaving the delicious taste of Miwa, I decided to visit a place in my local area that I had never been to alone before. That place was Kutarako Lake. On the way, I encountered wild foxes and drove along a winding road by the lakeside, feeling nervous about oncoming cars, but I managed to arrive and take a short break. Then, I moved towards Jigokudani on R350 and reached Oyunuma. I have visited Jigokudani many times since I was a child, but this was the first time I viewed the scenery from this side, which made me feel sentimental and reflect on my life so far. After exploring the hot spring town for about an hour, I felt a bit hungry on the way back, so I decided to visit a place that had caught my interest before. There were two customers ahead of me and six customers behind me, and the kitchen seemed a bit overwhelmed with just one older lady handling everything. Two out of the six customers behind me got impatient and left while complaining, and I couldn't help but wonder why they couldn't be a bit more patient... I felt like giving them a lecture for about an hour. I ordered the "Shoyu Ramen" and it was served after about 10 minutes. It was a nostalgic countryside-style Shoyu Ramen. The slightly salty and sharp soup had a hint of sweetness from the vegetables and a light oil film that enhanced the flavor. The noodles were a rare thick curly type from Tomeshoku, and they were boiled al dente, which was a bit surprising, but considering the saltiness of the soup, it made sense for the noodles to have a strong presence. What surprised me the most was the tender and flavorful chashu that didn't have any gamey smell! There were some unexpected noodle clumps here and there, but well, that's part of the nostalgic charm, right? The older lady running the place seemed quite elderly, so it's uncertain how long she can continue operating, which adds to the precarious feeling of the place. If you're interested, it's best to visit as soon as possible. It was delicious! Thank you for the meal.

I had delicious Sapporo ramen in Noboribetsu! An elderly lady was running the place all by herself and seemed to be working hard. The miso ramen had plenty of ground meat, giving it a rich flavor, and the curly yellow noodles matched the soup perfectly! The noodles were cooked just right, with a satisfying chewy texture. My husband had the soy sauce ramen, which he also found to be quite delicious. We will definitely be coming back! The black pepper on the soy sauce ramen was added by my husband, haha.

Born in Showa 12, the female owner runs a ramen shop single-handedly in a rural area of Naka-Tobetsu. Despite the remote location, the ramen served is of high quality. It has become my favorite ramen shop in Tobetsu. I recommend the salt-grilled pork ramen. Despite its nostalgic appearance, the soup is a modern take with a strong chicken broth flavor. The generous 200g portion of chashu is a challenge to finish every time. The complimentary homemade pickles made by the owner are a nice touch. During my last visit, the owner mentioned her old age and uncertain future, which left me feeling a bit sad.

First, I visited Kutchara Lake, a caldera lake that is said to have the second highest transparency in Japan after Lake Mashu. It was a serene experience with clear air and a round lake surface. I had been wanting to visit this place for a long time and it felt almost divine (*´□`*｡)°ﾟ After arriving directly from New Chitose Airport, I was feeling a bit hungry and found "Ramen Fuji" with the help of Google. It seemed uncertain if they were open, but we decided to try our luck. The place was empty, but we were warmly greeted by the landlady when we entered. We ordered miso ramen and it was delicious! The chashu was tasty, but the miso soup and noodles were the highlight. The noodles were from Tomeshiki and had a nice chewy texture. Since I may not have the chance to visit Kutchara Lake again, I will treasure this delicious memory. Thank you for the wonderful meal. RedCard Madame ☜☻︎

Located about a 5-minute drive from Noboribetsu Higashi Interchange, there is a quaint ramen shop run by an elderly woman in the countryside near Noboribetsu Onsen. The menu includes miso, shoyu, salt, butter ramen, and chashu noodles, all of which are surprisingly delicious despite their simple appearance! It's hard to believe that this woman manages the shop all by herself. After finishing work in the fields, I decided to take a drive towards Noboribetsu Onsen without having had lunch. I stopped by "Fujii" on the way since there probably wouldn't be any parking available near the hot springs. There is a parking lot in front of the shop that can accommodate up to 64 cars. It seems that the woman here is running the shop on her own, which must be quite challenging. I saw a customer next to me eating chashu noodles last time, so this time I visited with the aim of trying the chashu noodles! There were about 2 customers already seated. I sat directly at the counter and ordered the chashu noodles. You can choose from salt, shoyu, or miso flavors, and I chose shoyu this time. After waiting a few minutes, the ramen arrived! The chashu was thick and perfectly cooked, and the flavor was just right! It was a delightful surprise! The portion was huge, which was a bit surprising! The new chashu had a color that was hard to describe. The ramen also contained bean sprouts, giving it a distinctive Hokkaido touch. The soup had a slightly rich taste, but it was within an acceptable range. It's not an intensely flavorful ramen, so adding pepper to enhance the aroma is recommended. The noodles were medium-thick curly noodles with a yellow color typical of Hokkaido. They were cooked slightly firm, providing a good texture. Ramen shops run by elderly people often have a slightly blurred flavor profile, but the ramen here is clear and distinct! After about 20 minutes, I managed to finish the meal. Fujii's ramen doesn't have any standout features, but it's simply delicious, and that's what makes it special!

It's like stepping back in time to the 1950s with its retro visuals! Located in an area with few dining options, this ramen shop serves surprisingly decent noodles! Being a rare find in a place with limited eateries, I decided to give it a slightly higher rating. It's located about a 2-minute drive from the Noboribetsu Interchange on the way to Noboribetsu Onsen. There are a few dining spots around here catering to drivers. The shop has 3 tatami rooms and 6 counter seats. The counter seats are oddly low. An elderly woman seems to be running the place alone, which looks quite challenging. Despite it being lunchtime, I was the only customer. Sitting at the counter, I found it surprisingly comfortable. As a specialty shop, their menu includes miso, salt, soy sauce, chashu ramen, corn butter ramen, and more. When I asked for recommendations, the response was, "Well, it depends on the customer's preference." I decided to go with the salt ramen. In hindsight, being in Hokkaido, I should have ordered miso ramen. After a 5-minute wait, the ramen arrived! It had a nostalgic 1950s appearance, even the bowl was a classic design. The soup had a yellowish hue and contained a large slice of chashu, wakame, bean sprouts, chopped green onions, and bamboo shoots, a very traditional topping selection. The soup had a good umami flavor, although it was a bit sharper in saltiness than I expected. Perhaps a bit less salt would have made it perfect. The noodles were thick, curly Hokkaido-style noodles, more suited for miso ramen than salt ramen. They were cooked firm, with a nice chewy texture. The chashu topping was a bit sparse but had a rich garlic flavor, which I found quite tasty. I should have gone for the chashu ramen instead. Overall, it felt like a ramen straight out of the 1950s with a touch of modern elements, creating a bit of imbalance. Despite that, I enjoyed it and would like to visit again. Next time, I'll try ordering miso chashu ramen!

I asked my mother, "How old are you now?" and she replied, "I turned 80, and I'm feeling pain all over! haha." It's been over 30 years since the highway only went as far as Noboribetsu and Muroran. I used to wonder why they were cutting daikon at a ramen shop, but it's actually for the pickles they serve as a side dish. Pickles are my mother's specialty! This shop is known for its miso ramen made with Tamashoku eggs from Tomari. The owner encouraged me to keep up the good work, and I told her to stay healthy and keep going. Miso ramen costs 750 yen. Thank you for the delicious meal! (^^)v

The restaurant has an atmosphere with many regular customers. It was delicious.

This ramen has an old-fashioned taste, the miso was strong but the soy sauce was decent. (・∀・)b

When I visited before, I remembered eating salt and thinking it had a light chicken broth flavor. However, this time I ordered the miso chashu, and the rich taste made me think, "Hmm...". Just to be clear, it's not that it tasted bad. I wondered if the taste had changed. I arrived around 14:45, just before they closed at 15:00. I ordered the miso chashu with a side of small rice and it was served in about 10 minutes. It was a bit salty for my taste, but I liked that the chashu was not the fatty type. Next time, I plan to try the soy sauce flavor.

Ramen Fuji is a shop located in Noboribetsu City, Hokkaido. I visited the shop on a weekday afternoon and parked my car (rental car) in the dedicated parking lot in front of the store. There is no vending machine installed at the shop. It was run by one staff member (a woman). The shop has a counter with 7 seats and a raised seating area with about 12 seats. It is a ramen specialty shop, and I chose the miso ramen for 750 yen. The ramen was served in about 6 minutes. The balance of oil and miso, along with the slightly wavy medium noodles, was good. The bean sprouts topping was mixed with minced meat and tasted delicious. The chashu had a good thickness and texture, and it was also tasty. The overall balance was very good, and the miso ramen was flavorful and filling. I enjoyed it very much and finished every last bit. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I suddenly flew from Tokyo, but the other day, I visited "Ramen Fuji" in Noboribetsu City, Hokkaido. This restaurant is located at the entrance of Noboribetsu Onsen, and an elderly lady runs the shop by herself. It is a ramen shop that locals have been familiar with for a long time. I also visited after a long time, just before closing time at 3:00 PM, and ordered ramen while casually chatting with the elderly lady. I had the Miso Chashu Ramen for 900 yen. The ramen here offers a taste of the old-fashioned ramen. The lady has been preserving the traditional taste, and you can enjoy it at this shop. Of course, the taste was very satisfying. The indescribable old-fashioned taste was irresistible. While slurping my ramen alone, I chatted with the lady and she even gave me some pickles as a service. We talked about various things including local matters and how she manages the shop. It's really tough to continue running a shop while preserving the traditional taste. I thought that such shops and flavors should be passed down to the future. I hope to continue enjoying delicious ramen while chatting with the elderly lady in the future. Ramen Fuji Noboribetsu City, Hokkaido Naka Noboribetsucho 87 TEL 0143-84-2782 Opening hours: 10:00-15:00 Closed on Tuesdays? *Since the elderly lady runs the shop alone, there may be occasional days off.

This is a ramen restaurant located along the road to Jidaimura and Noboribetsu Onsen town from Route 36. The signboard with the word "specialty store" written on it is impressive. Indeed, being a specialty store, the menu is simple. I ordered the shoyu and shio ramen. There was another pair of customers, a parent and child, dining as well. The owner, an elderly lady, seemed to be familiar with the locals from her way of speaking. The ramen had a simple appearance and the chashu looked delicious. However, the smell of the bean sprouts was off-putting. Stir-frying bean sprouts can be tricky – overcooking makes them mushy, while undercooking leaves a grassy smell. The seaweed seemed to be salt-preserved, as it still had a salty taste even after soaking in water, with a slightly bitter and alkaline flavor. The soup was light, with a slight sweetness from chicken bones, vegetables, and a bit too much seasoning. Unfortunately, it was lukewarm. Personally, I prefer my ramen soup to be hot. The noodles were cooked on the softer side. Oh, there it is! Garlic turning green! (laughs) I added a little to the soup towards the end. Overall, I felt that this ramen lacked richness and depth for a "specialty store." However, they provided pickles as a service, and the chashu was tender and delicious. It might be a good choice for those who enjoy light chicken broth ramen.