The "Fish Sauce Oyster Ramen" is priced at 1800 yen, which may seem expensive for a ramen shop. However, it comes with a generous serving of 7 large oysters, sourced from Senpouji on that day. The shop is located near Kushiro Station in the Wasyou Market, with a cool atmosphere. I chose the recommended fish sauce flavor and added stir-fried vegetables for a rich taste. There are two types of noodles available, and I opted for the thick noodles this time. The presentation is fantastic! The soup has a mild fish sauce flavor that suits the port town perfectly. The oysters are lightly cooked and have a nice texture. It's unbelievable to find such high-quality oysters at a ramen shop! The stir-fried vegetables also complement the dish well. The oil blends into the soup as you eat, keeping it interesting. This ramen is perfect for a cold morning in Kushiro! The satisfaction level is off the charts. You can feel the care and love put into making this dish by the honest shop owner. It's so delicious that I thought about ordering a different flavor, but I'll save it for next time... There are ramen shops in Tsukiji, Toyosu, and other places that serve oyster ramen, but this one is on a different level. In Kansai, there's a dish called "Nikusui" which is meat without noodles in udon, and I would love to try "Oystersui" without noodles in ramen (laughs). I plan to revisit soon and try the classic soy sauce flavor with thin noodles, which is the mainstream of Kushiro ramen!

The salt flavor, light taste, thin noodles, and large portion were ordered. Everything you eat here is a hit. The soup is so delicious. The chashu is small but thick and tasty. The simplicity of the salt flavor is so delicious. Try ordering the flavor you want to eat. I think you will be satisfied. I'm looking forward to what to try next.

Today, after working in Kushiro, I visited this restaurant. It is located next to the Washo Market, towards the back of the Kushiro Tanchomarket. You can spot it by the flag for Fish Sauce Ramen. The restaurant offers 4 types of ramen (Ramen, Chashu Ramen, Asari Ramen, Kaki Ramen), with 6 flavors to choose from (Salt, Soy Sauce, Red Miso, White Miso, Fish Sauce, Shrimp Sauce), 2 types of seasoning (Light, Rich), and 2 noodle thickness options (Thin noodles, Thick noodles). In other words, there are 96 different combinations to choose from. Being indecisive, I checked reviews and decided to go with the Kaki Ramen, as it was recommended. I ordered the Fish Sauce Ramen with Kaki Ramen, Light seasoning, and Thin noodles. The Kaki Ramen did not disappoint, with large juicy oysters and 2 clams. Each ramen also comes with pickled vegetables. The taste was light, with a hint of fish sauce and oyster flavor, slightly overshadowed by the green onions. It wasn't too salty, providing a delicious lightness. I was hoping for a bit more of a sea taste, but still enjoyed the soup. Thank you for the meal!

Hokkaido Wandering Trip 95 Kusiro City The! Iron Arm! DASH! collaborated with a ramen shop in creating ramen and provided fish sauce for the project. The shop has appeared on many national broadcast programs and was featured in the 2017 Michelin Guide. It is located across from the Kazan Market in the Kusiro Choucho Market. I lined up 40 minutes before opening and was the first to enter. I ordered the Kaki Ramen with fish sauce, which costs ¥1800 for the rich version. As a JAF member, I received a free serving of chashu or seasoned egg, and I ended up getting two extra pieces of chashu for free. Upgrading to Kaki Ramen costs an additional ¥820, but it comes with 7 plump oysters from Senpouji, which were incredibly delicious. The luxurious soup made with saury fish sauce also includes extracts of clams and oysters, creating a rich flavor. The homemade noodles were also delicious. However, the broth may seem a bit light for those who prefer a richer taste. After finishing my meal, there was a long line forming, but before 15 minutes before opening, there was only a short line at Kamamaru.

Even before opening, there is a long line. This is "the other side" of Kushiro's tourist spot king, the Washo Market, called the Tanchomarket. Using seafood like fish sauce and shrimp sauce, with ingredients like clams and oysters. Uniquely, you can choose thick noodles. The rich broth comes with fire-roasted vegetables. You can enjoy a quite innovative bowl here!

I had heard rumors about this ramen place being a bit pricey, but once you try it, you'll understand its worth. This time, I tried the salt clam ramen (1,200 yen). You can choose between a rich or light broth, as well as the thickness of the noodles. I went for the rich broth with thick noodles this time. The broth was seriously delicious! Despite being advised to leave some broth due to gout, I couldn't help but finish it all! The clam broth was amazing, clinging to the thick noodles... it was the best. The staff were also very kind and helpful. I would like to try the fish sauce ramen next (the most popular choice).

Today, I visited Ramen Kobo Uocchi near JR Kushiro Station. I ordered the Fish Sauce Ramen (light flavor) for 900 yen with thin noodles. The taste of the fish sauce was like adding something to a salt ramen. I would like to try the rich and thick noodles someday. Thank you for the meal.

▪️Conclusion: Delicious. The vegetable stir-fry flavor goes well with the fish sauce soup. The slightly firm thick noodles also complement the dish well. ▪️Ordered: Kaki ramen with fish sauce soup, rich, thick noodles. Priced at 1,800 yen. ▪️Comments: There are many options to choose from. The soup flavors include salt, soy sauce, miso, fish sauce, and shrimp sauce. The toppings include bamboo shoots, chashu pork, clams, and oysters. I chose a light flavor, rich broth, and thick noodles. The recommended options from the restaurant were fish sauce and shrimp sauce. The kaki topping had 10 pieces, but they were just placed on top and didn't add much spiciness to the soup. The hot soup combined with the vegetable stir-fry flavor and oil made for a delicious combination. Even though I ordered a rich broth, it wasn't too heavy and had a light texture. The thick noodles were actually medium in thickness and had a satisfying chewiness that paired well with the soup. ▪️Crowdedness: Visited on a Friday at 2 PM. Didn't have to wait in line and was seated right away. The food was served in about 5 minutes after ordering. Quick service and delicious food.

When it comes to Kushiro, it's all about seafood! I plan to go to the Washo Market, one of the three major markets in Hokkaido, for a delicious seafood bowl tomorrow morning. I want to start by going to the fish market first, as it's hard to find and has a rare feeling. Since I'll be eating a lot during this trip, I think I'll go for a regular size. The fish sauce oyster ramen (rich) costs ¥1800 for a regular size and an extra ¥100 for a large size. I ended up ordering a large size out of habit, but it turned out to be a lot bigger than expected. The price of the oyster ramen here is three times higher than at other places, but I couldn't resist the oysters. The soup is clear yet rich and satisfying. The noodles are thin like the Yumian noodles from Yangzhou merchants, and they are delicious. The premium hot and sour soup noodles are also made with these noodles. There were a total of 8 oysters in the ramen, and as a JAF member, I got a free serving of char siu pork. It was an amazing bowl of ramen, but I can't help but worry about whether I'll be able to eat at the next sushi restaurant. A ramen fan battling with anxiety. I've decided to have 6 meals a day, and I will stick to my plan without any worries.

I arrived in Kushiro in the early afternoon and found this place where I could grab a quick meal. It is located in a market next to the Washo Market. There were many types of ramen available, but I chose the fish sauce ramen that was recommended with a flag. The soup was light and a little rich, and when I asked the lady for a recommendation, she said the rich one has vegetables on top, which I didn't quite understand, so I went with the light option. There were thick and thin noodles to choose from, and I chose the thin noodles. It's nice to have choices, but I didn't really feel the restaurant's policy. However, the soup had a clam broth and the saltiness and aroma of the fish sauce were delightful and very tasty, and it paired well with the curly thin noodles. I added a soft-boiled egg topping since there was no chashu topping. It was a delicious meal!

I have been to this place many times, and every time I have the thick noodles. I have never tried the light or thin noodles. There is no need to try them (the thick noodles are definitely better). Many people order the fish sauce ramen, but personally I recommend the regular soy sauce or salt. When you order it thick, stir-fried vegetables are added, giving it a delicious crispy flavor. Personally, I think this is one of the top ramen shops in Kushiro.

In May 2023, during Golden Week, we didn't go anywhere, so we decided to stop by the market for shopping and have ramen at Fishichi. It was quite crowded, but we managed to enter during a lull in the crowd. I ordered the salty ramen with thick noodles, rich flavor, while my companion ordered the salty ramen with light broth and thin noodles. The thick noodles with rich flavor, fried in lard, were delicious. The chashu was good this time, unlike the last time. The light broth with thin noodles was indeed light and easy to eat. The Menma had a strange spicy flavor, which I found a bit off-putting. I wonder if it was different from last time? Looking at the photos later, it did seem different. Overall, it was a satisfying meal.

Ramen Kobo Uocchi (Kushiro-Dancho Market, Kushiro City, Hokkaido) After eating geso-don in Asahikawa, we arrived in Abashiri after a 3.5-hour journey. The last time I was in Abashiri was probably on February 12, 1996. It's been 27 years, and it feels quite nostalgic, but we must hurry on. After a night's rest, we headed to Kushiro on the first train. I have been to places like Shari, Tokachi, and Kushiro in September 2018, August 2014, and September 2016 respectively, but it seems like I have neglected Abashiri for a long time. Looking back, I stayed here in August 1990 and October 1988. In 1990, I slept at the station. In 1988, it was a school trip, and the hotel we stayed at back then is no longer there. It's hard to leave, but we move on to Kushiro. In Kushiro, we had a little over an hour. To start with, the popular choice is the "Washo Market" and the "Katte-don," but when I searched for local specialties, the "Kushiro Dancho Market" and its ramen came up. There was mention of a dish called "Kaki Ramen," which seems to be still available in May, so I was intrigued. So, first, we checked out the Washo Market nearby. Various sashimi pieces were displayed for the Katte-don, with prices ranging from 100 yen to 400 yen. It looked delicious and choosing was quite challenging at first glance. After taking a look around, we headed to the Kushiro Dancho Market across the street. Despite being called a market, there were only about 3-4 shops here, including seafood, vegetables, and a ramen shop. The ramen shop was named "Uocchi." There were 6 people in line, and to avoid missing out, I joined the queue. After a while, two and then four people were seated at a large table, leaving me waiting alone. Eventually, a seat became available, and I was face to face with the Kaki Ramen in just 20 minutes. Let me explain a bit here. Here, there are four types of ramen: regular ramen, chashu ramen, clam ramen, and kaki ramen. Each comes with six different soup options: salt, soy sauce, red miso, white miso, fish sauce, and shrimp sauce. Additionally, there's a choice of light or rich flavors, making a total of 48 combinations to choose from. There are also various other menu items like curry rice, katsudon, buta-don, and limited edition ramen, making it an exciting place to visit multiple times. But if you only have one chance, what should you choose? I first debated between clam and oyster. The price difference was 500 yen, with clam topping being 350 yen equivalent and oyster topping being 850 yen equivalent. The oysters used seemed to be from "Ojama" in Senpo-shi, which is a famous oyster-producing region. After considering, I decided on oysters. Next was the soup choice. Some reviews suggested the fish sauce option, but I opted for salt. Lastly, the light vs. rich flavor dilemma. This was a 70 yen difference. It seemed the difference was whether there was stir-fried vegetables in it or not. After much thought, I settled on the light flavor. So, after much contemplation, I ordered the "Kaki Ramen, salt flavor, light taste." The clear salt soup was simple and allowed the oysters to shine. The noodles were slightly thick, slightly yellow, and slightly curly, nothing out of the ordinary.

Located at the back of Kushiro Tanchou Market is a ramen shop. In the front, they sell oysters, crabs, and vegetables that are locally sourced in Hokkaido. I recommend buying Inca no Mezame and leafy vegetables as they are quite cheap. The oyster and Tachi ramen seem to be available until February. Oyster Ramen (Rich/Fish Sauce) priced at 1800 yen. The saltiness of the soy sauce does not overpower, instead, the richness stands out more in the "rich" version. There is no fish sauce odor, and it is not too heavy. The first bite may seem intense, but soon you find yourself gulping it down. You will feel reluctant to leave any soup behind. The oysters are large and chewy. A ramen experience unique to this place. Thank you for the meal.

It was 11:30 on a Saturday when I visited this ramen shop for the first time. It had always caught my eye, and when I arrived, it was already full. I waited in line for about 5 minutes before getting a seat. I was debating whether to try the winter limited Tachi oyster ramen, but since it was my first time, I decided to go with the owner's recommendation, the fish sauce ramen. I chose the light broth and thick noodles option, which cost 900 yen. The shop was bustling with both tourists and locals. After a 10-minute wait, my bowl arrived. I took a sip of the soup and found it to be deliciously light. The whole bowl had a gentle and tasty flavor. The pork slices were tender as well. Overall, it was a very pleasant dining experience. The shop was particularly busy with Chinese tourists today, probably because it was a Saturday.

Fish Sauce Ramen - Light Flavor - 900 yen Located next to the Washo Market in Kushiro, Fish Ichii is known for its popular fish sauce ramen. The restaurant is located within the market in a separate space. Despite being past 1 pm on a weekday, it is crowded. I chose to sit at a table outside the partition of the restaurant. The atmosphere is very market-like. The ramen comes in various flavors such as salt, miso, soy sauce, fish sauce, shrimp sauce, light, and rich. You can also choose thick noodles. There are so many options that it's a bit difficult to decide. I was intrigued by the unique fish sauce, so I ordered that. I chose a light flavor with regular thin noodles. Due to the crowd, it took about 20 minutes for the ramen to arrive. In addition to chashu and bamboo shoots, there were also clams in the soup, which adds to the light flavor. The soup, slightly salty and with a mild taste, paired well with the curly thin noodles, making it delicious. However, when you hear "fish sauce," you might think of fish sauce or oyster sauce, and without any memory of eating it, it's hard to know what to expect. I'll have to try it compared to salt ramen next time...

The TV featured Kakira-men, so I decided to order it. In conclusion, it was a bit too much. Unless you really love oysters, I recommend sticking with the default fish sauce. There were plenty of vegetables, so the ramen itself didn't stand out much. It was rich and cost 1,800 yen. The oysters were fresh and delicious, but a bit pricey. However, the restaurant was always busy. Even though this market mainly focuses on vegetables and has fewer customers, this place was bustling. Good food attracts people after all. Next time, I'll go with the default option. Thank you for the meal.

The shop is called "Uocchi" and is located inside the Kushiro Tanchou Market, right near the famous Kushiro Washo Market. The shop has a visible L-shaped counter with only one table outside the partition. It was almost full at 2:00 pm on a weekday. The order was placed verbally for the Fish Sauce Ramen (900 yen) with a choice of light or rich flavor and thin or thick noodles. Pickles were served first, followed by the ramen in about 5 minutes. The soup was gentle with chicken broth and a hint of soy sauce, with a unique fish sauce aroma. The curly thin noodles were plentiful and delicious. The toppings included 2 slices of chashu, nori, clams, menma, chopped green onions, and seaweed. Overall, the combination of the gentle fish sauce soup and tasty noodles left a very delicious impression. They also offer shrimp sauce ramen and seasonal oyster ramen, so I would like to revisit if I have the chance.

I visited the restaurant a little after 4 pm. Since it was close to closing time, there were no other customers. This time, I ordered the fish sauce ramen (light broth, thick noodles). The soup was packed with the delicious flavor of fish sauce and was very tasty. I finished every drop. The pickles that came with it were also delicious. I would like to visit again. Thank you for the meal.

Today's lunch was Kushiro ramen at "Ramen Kobo Uoichi," a restaurant that has been featured in the Michelin Guide. This restaurant is located in Kushiro Tanchomarket, right next to Kushiro Station. They are famous for their fish sauce ramen. I arrived just before noon on a weekday and there was no wait. The seats were almost full, though. I ordered the Chashu-men with fish sauce, rich style (1,290 yen). You can choose between thin noodles and medium-thick noodles, but since this is Kushiro ramen, I chose thin noodles and asked for them to be cooked firm. First, the soup. It was definitely different from regular soy sauce ramen. The saltiness was strong, but not overpowering, and it was delicious. The firm, curly thin noodles paired perfectly with the soup. At first, I thought it was a bit pricey, but after tasting it, I understood why. It was worth it. Thank you for the meal. 3.61

I finished my work in Kushiro. Now, should I head back? I thought, but my flight is still a long way off. Shall I visit one more place? (laughs) So, I visited Ramen Kobo Uoichi in the market near Kushiro Station. It's located inside the market building, to the left as soon as you enter from the parking lot. As I looked at the menu at the storefront, I was overwhelmed with choices! Everything looked delicious... I was particularly intrigued by the clam ramen, but after much deliberation, being a shrimp lover, I decided on the shrimp miso ramen. Should it be light or rich... I decided on rich (laughs) and once my mind was made up, I entered the shop space and took my seat as prompted. Just before ordering, I hesitated once again, but ultimately stuck with the shrimp miso rich ramen. They offer a choice between thick and thin noodles, so I opted for thin noodles. In less than 5 minutes from ordering, the ramen arrived. I took a sip of the soup... Hmm? It's a bit heavy... Another sip... It definitely has a shrimp flavor, but it's not as strong as expected... It's a bit heavy. It seems the heaviness comes from the sautéed vegetables on top. There seems to be quite a bit of sautéed oil (lard perhaps). The sautéed vegetables in this soup don't quite fit well, but it's not bad. Next, I tried the noodles. Thin curly noodles. The doneness is just right. Personally, I prefer them a bit firmer, but that's subjective. It's not bad. The compatibility with the soup... Yeah, it's not bad. About 30% into the bowl, I added a few drops of recommended vinegar. Huh? It doesn't seem to change much... A few more sips later, a few more drops. Huh? It's starting to change a bit... I didn't want to overdo it, so I stopped there... The chashu is quite thick. It has a good chew and a meaty taste, very delicious chashu. I finished the noodles quickly, carefully scooped up the vegetables and minced meat, and enjoyed it cleanly. Finally, the soup... I scooped up the remaining soup and took a sip... Another sip... Before I knew it, I couldn't scoop it up anymore, so I raised the bowl and drank it all. The soup was strangely lingering. Phew. Thank you for the meal! Maybe I missed out on the classic dish at this restaurant... I probably would have enjoyed it more straightforwardly if I had ordered the clam ramen or something. However... after finishing this curveball, I found myself really enjoying it, drinking up the soup. Next time... Well, maybe this was a one-time thing in Kushiro... I felt a bit regretful, but also not really... with a strange feeling, I headed to the airport.