Heiwa Asahikawa Honten
Ranked 6th in Asahikawa ramen on Google (4.3 stars, 334 reviews). Opened in 2019, yet immediately drew constant queues. The signature pairing of shoyu hormone ramen and pork rice bowl captivates Asahikawa locals. Operated by Ishiguro Seisakusho (furniture maker) — an unusual background. Has a second location at Ramen Village since 2020 (2 stores total).
Reviews: 'The thick hormone has the best texture', 'For hormone ramen in Asahikawa, this is the place'. Confirmed queues in March 2026 blog. Only 2 locations (main + Ramen Village), does not meet chain threshold of 4+ locations.