Ramen Retoroya
Located 6 minutes walk from Oji-dori Station. Relocated and reopened at Ichinomachi-Higashi on April 27, 2026. A celebrated Sakai ramen restaurant that applies French culinary techniques to its handmade matured noodles, made fresh daily using 'Yumechikara' — an exceptionally strong Hokkaido wheat. Three signature soups: rich soy sauce, delicate salt, and paitan, each drawing out the umami of whole chicken, seafood, and shellfish. Previous location had Google rating 4.3 & 206 reviews (ranked 6th in Nlab Research March 2025). Called 'the treasure of Sakai' before moving, with devoted local ramen enthusiasts as fans. Single independent location.
Many reviews describe it with surprise: 'A ramen with French-like delicacy,' 'The aged noodles are in a class by themselves,' 'The layers of umami in the soup are profound.' 'I can't believe there's a restaurant like this in Sakai.' Called 'the treasure of Sakai' even before relocating — a craftsman's bowl.