Like several other places in Hokkaido, Asahikawa is famous for its ramen. Whereas Sapporo is known for its miso based broth and Hakodate for its salt based broth, Asahikawa is known for its shoyu (soya sauce) based broths. Shops serving shoyu based ramen can be found throughout the city.

The broth of Asahikawa Ramen (ˆฎ์ƒ‰[ƒƒ“) is also known for being quite oily, and there is often a thin layer of oil on top of the soup. Another characteristic of the local ramen is the generally thin, hard and wavy noodles. The range of toppings is quite typical and includes green onions, pork, bamboo shoots and eggs.

On the outskirts of the city there is an interesting collection of ramen shops called the Asahikawa Ramen Village. Eight famous ramen restaurants from Asahikawa have opened small branch stores besides one another in the complex alongside a gift shop and a small ramen shrine.

Getting there and around

Ramen shops can be found throughout downtown Asahikawa.

The Ramen Village is about five kilometers northeast of JR Asahikawa Station and not conveniently accessed by public transportation. It can be reached by infrequent trains (10 minutes, 300 yen from Asahikawa Station, get off at Minami-Nagayama Station from where the village is a five minute walk) or by bus (35 minutes from Asahikawa Station, get off at Nagayama-Jujo-yonchome bus stop from where the village is a five minute walk). It is more easily accessed by car.

How to get to and around Asahikawa

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Asahikawa Ramen Village

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Hotels around Asahikawa

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    • Mimatsuso Ryokan
      Budget-friendly
      Situated within 48 km of Azumamachi Hall and 1.2 km of Tokiwa Park in Asahikawa, Mimatsuso Ryokan offers accommodation with seating area. This 1-star ryokan offers free shuttle service. The ryokan features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the ryokan, every unit comes with a tatami, a flat-screen TV, a shared bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Asahikawa Yojo Station is 1.8 km from the ryokan, while Ayako Miura Literature Museum is 2.4 km from the property. Asahikawa Airport is 15 km away.
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    • Asahikawa Ride
      Budget-friendly
      Situated in Asahikawa, near Tokiwa Park, Asahikawa Yojo Station and Asahikawa Civic Cultural Center, Asahikawa Ride features a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house has family rooms. Every unit comes with a safety deposit box and certain rooms are fitted with city views. All units at the guest house are fitted with a shared bathroom and bed linen. A ski equipment rental service and ski storage space are available at the guest house, and guests can go skiing in the surroundings. Azumamachi Hall is 47 km from Asahikawa Ride, while Ayako Miura Literature Museum is 2.6 km from the property. Asahikawa Airport is 14 km away.
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    • JR Inn Asahikawa
      Mid-range
      Open from March 2015, JR Inn Asahikawa offers simple accommodation directly connected to JR Asahikawa Station. A public bath and laundry facilities are available on site. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. Featuring a minimalistic design, all rooms are fitted with original pillows and a flat-screen TV. Shower facilities are provided in all rooms, while only some rooms come with a bathtub. Asahikawa JR Inn is a 35-minute drive or airport limousine ride from Asahikawa Airport. Asahiyama Zoo is a 30-minute drive away. There is an Aeon shopping centre adjacent to the hotel. The hotel offers various facilities and services including free luggage storage. Parking is available on site for a fee. A buffet breakfast is available at the on-site restaurant.
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    • HOTEL AMANEK Asahikawa
      Mid-range
      Set within 2.2 km of Kaguraoka Park and 300 metres of Asahikawa Station, HOTEL AMANEK Asahikawa provides rooms in Asahikawa. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 48 km from Azumamachi Hall. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. All units at HOTEL AMANEK Asahikawa include air conditioning and a desk. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Asahikawa Yojo Station, Tokiwa Park and Ayako Miura Literature Museum. Asahikawa Airport is 15 km away.
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    • Morinoyu Hotel Hanakagura
      Mid-range
      Set in Asahikawa, within 18 km of Asahikawa Yojo Station and 19 km of Kaguraoka Park, Morinoyu Hotel Hanakagura offers accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 20 km from Ayako Miura Literature Museum, 21 km from Tokiwa Park and 17 km from Kashiwaen Park. Asahikawa Airport is 9 km from the property.
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    • 9 C Hotel Asahikawa
      Budget-friendly
      Situated in Asahikawa and with Azumamachi Hall reachable within 47 km, 9 C Hotel Asahikawa features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Located around 2 km from Kaguraoka Park, the hotel is also 500 metres away from Asahikawa Station. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk and a TV. At 9 C Hotel Asahikawa rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a shared bathroom. An Asian breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Speaking English and Japanese, staff are willing to help at any time of the day at the reception. Popular points of interest near 9 C Hotel Asahikawa include Asahikawa Yojo Station, Ayako Miura Literature Museum and Tokiwa Park. Asahikawa Airport is 15 km from the property.
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    • Dormy Inn Asahikawa
      Mid-range
      Dormy Inn Asahikawa is a 10-minute walk from JR Asahikawa Train Station. It offers modern accommodation with a large public hot-spring bath and free in-room wired internet. Guestrooms offer both air conditioning and heating facilities. Each room is equipped with a fridge, an electric kettle with green tea, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A humidifier and a trouser press are also provided. Guests can enjoy a relaxing bath at the natural hot spring bath located on the hotelfs top floor. Sauna facilities are also available. Other facilities include a coin-operated laundrette. Complimentary Japanese Yonaki (Ramen) noodles are available from 21:30-23:00 on a first-come, first-served basis. Hot coffee is also served from 15:00-23:00 to guests arriving to the property. Asahikawa Dormy Inn is a 40-minute drive from Asahiyama Zoo and about a 10-minute drive to Kamikawa Shrine.
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    • Lampstand STAY Asahikawa
      Budget-friendly
      Lampstand STAY Asahikawa is set in Asahikawa, 1.8 km from Ayako Miura Literature Museum, 2 km from Tokiwa Park, and 1.9 km from Kaguraoka Park. Built in 1909, this 1-star ryokan is within 47 km of Azumamachi Hall and 1.4 km of Asahikawa Yojo Station. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the ryokan, the units come with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A fridge and kettle are also featured. The units are equipped with heating facilities. There is a coffee shop on-site. Asahikawa Station is 600 metres from the ryokan. Asahikawa Airport is 13 km away.
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    • Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa
      Mid-range
      Set in Asahikawa, 47 km from Azumamachi Hall, Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa features a spa and wellness centre and views of the city. With a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has a sauna and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV. Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa offers some units with mountain views, and every room is equipped with a kettle. At the accommodation all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The hotel offers a hot spring bath. Popular points of interest near Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa include Ayako Miura Literature Museum, Asahikawa Yojo Station and Kaguraoka Park. Asahikawa Airport is 14 km from the property.
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    • Kuretake Inn Asahikawa
      Mid-range
      Located within 47 km of Azumamachi Hall and 2.2 km of Ayako Miura Literature Museum, Kuretake Inn Asahikawa provides rooms in Asahikawa. Featuring a shared lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk. All units in Kuretake Inn Asahikawa are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Japanese and European cuisine. Speaking English and Japanese at the reception, staff are always at hand to help. Popular points of interest near Kuretake Inn Asahikawa include Asahikawa Yojo Station, Tokiwa Park and Asahikawa Civic Cultural Center. Asahikawa Airport is 13 km away.
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