Hachiya Gojo Sogyo-ten
Founded in 1947, the pioneer of Asahikawa ramen. The unique style of adding burnt lard to a double pork bone and sardine broth created the template for Asahikawa ramen. Still operating at the original founding location on Gojo-dori. Only 2 shops in Asahikawa, no franchise.
Tabelog 3.61 (1,297 reviews). Yahoo Maps 3.82 (186 reviews). Praised as 'the birthplace of Asahikawa ramen.' The distinctive burnt lard aroma and unchanged 75+ year recipe earn consistent praise from locals and visitors alike.