Ebisoba Ichigen

Main branch of Sapporo's beloved shrimp ramen specialists, where the broth is built from an intense concentration of dried and fresh shrimp that gives the soup a deep, ocean-rich sweetness. You can choose between a pure shrimp broth (shio or miso base) or a blended version that tempers the intensity with tonkotsu, each option delivering a bold umami punch. The thick, curly noodles hold the broth well, and the accompanying shrimp-flavored rice ball is a must-order side. Expect a queue during lunch hours and on weekends, but the line moves steadily at this counter-seating-only shop near Sapporo Station.