Marutaka Ramen
Kita, Sapporo
Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan
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Price
- JPY 999 - JPY 999
Why go
Tabelog 100 ramen at under 1,000 JPY per bowl, Marutaka Ramen operates a no-frills, cash-only counter in Kita Ward with miso and tonkotsu broths that draw locals despite the Monday closure and narrow weekday dinner window. Worth the subway trip from central Sapporo for budget-conscious travelers chasing award-tier noodles without the reservation stress or premium pricing of pricier peers.
About Marutaka Ramen
Marutaka Ramen in Sapporo is a low-priced ramen stop, with the price at JPY 999. The schedule is specific: closed Monday; open Tuesday–Friday for lunch and a short early-evening service; and open Saturday–Sunday for lunch only. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - HOKKAIDO - 2025 recognition. Details such as seating, payment methods, reservations, menu items, access information are best checked directly before visiting.
When to Visit and What to Expect
Timing matters. Tuesday through Friday, Marutaka Ramen is open 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5:30–7 PM. Saturday and Sunday are lunch-only, 11:30 AM–3 PM, Monday is closed. If your Sapporo itinerary is tight, the short weekday evening window and weekend lunch-only schedule are the key constraints to plan around.
For seasonal items, special ordering rules, seating layout, reservations, payment options, dietary accommodations, check directly before visiting. Treat Marutaka Ramen as a straightforward ramen stop in Sapporo at a JPY 999 price point, during the posted hours.
Menu, Ordering, Comparisons
Marutaka Ramen is a ramen venue in Sapporo. Specific broths, toppings, side dishes, menu formats, portion sizes, allergy handling, vegetarian options should be checked on arrival. Confirm any dietary needs directly before ordering.
For planning a broader Sapporo dining day, you can compare Marutaka Ramen with other listed Pearl venues such as Curry SAVoY, Picante, 175°DENO Tantanmen Sapporo kitaguchi ten, Pan Kichi, Curry Tamashii Destroyer. Use them as planning alternatives rather than direct one-to-one comparisons for price, atmosphere, service style, or menus.
Getting There and What Else to Know
Marutaka Ramen is in Sapporo. Check a current map listing for the street address, station, neighborhood, parking information, other logistics before you go.
Because the schedule is limited, especially in the evening, the safest planning move is to check the day and time before going. The key points are the Monday closure, lunch service Tuesday–Sunday, weekday early-evening service Tuesday–Friday, the JPY 999 price.
For Sapporo dining beyond ramen, explore our full Sapporo restaurants guide or check our full Sapporo bars guide for post-meal options.
Planning details
- Location
- 4 Chome-1-5 Kita 11 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 001-0011, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/hokkaido/A0101/A010201/1001347
- Phone
- +81 11-726-6636
Venue details
Ambiance
Simple, classic neighborhood ramen shop with a spacious, no‑frills interior and a local feel; non‑smoking, family‑friendly atmosphere that suits solo diners, friends, and families alike.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Miso ramen
- Shio ramen
- Shoyu ramen
- Spicy ramen
- Mini pork with rice (buta-don)
Planning details
Location
4 Chome-1-5 Kita 11 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 001-0011, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Pan Kichi, N/A, N/A
- Curry SAVoY, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Picante, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Curry Tamashii Destroyer, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- 175°DENO Tantanmen Sapporo kitaguchi ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
Restaurant context
At the same sub-1,000 JPY price tier, 175°DENO Tantanmen Sapporo kitaguchi ten offers a spicier, more distinctive tantanmen format and slightly more flexible hours, making it the better pick for repeat visitors who've already sampled Hokkaido's classic miso ramen. Pan Kichi climbs higher in price but delivers a quieter, more polished room, worth the premium if you're dining with someone who values ambiance over pure bowl value. Curry SAVoY and Picante, both in the 1,000–1,999 JPY range, pivot to curry rice with more dietary flexibility and longer operating windows, making them safer bets for groups with dietary restrictions or anyone arriving outside Marutaka's compressed lunch-and-dinner blocks.
Marutaka's Tabelog 100 recognition (two consecutive years, 2024 and 2025) positions it among Sapporo's most credentialed ramen counters, but the no-reservations, cash-only, limited-hours model means it trades convenience for acclaim. If you're booking only one ramen stop in Sapporo and need certainty over spontaneity, Pan Kichi or 175°DENO's longer service windows reduce the risk of a wasted trip. If you're staying near Kita Ward and chasing the intersection of value and awards pedigree, Marutaka justifies the narrow scheduling and cash requirement with bowls that punch well above their sub-1,000 JPY price tag.
For groups larger than four or diners requiring card payment and extended hours, Curry Tamashii Destroyer scales better to bigger parties and stays open later, though you'll sacrifice the ramen-specific credentials and Tabelog 100 cachet that define Marutaka's appeal. Solo travelers and pairs prioritizing bowl quality over room polish should arrive at Marutaka's 11:30 AM opening or risk the weekday dinner squeeze; everyone else has clearer, more forgiving options elsewhere in the city's dense ramen roster.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Marutaka Ramen?
Marutaka Ramen is a ramen venue in Sapporo. Specific bowls, toppings, sides, ordering formats are best checked on arrival. The price is JPY 999.
What should a first-timer know about Marutaka Ramen?
Plan around the hours: closed Monday; open Tuesday–Friday 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5:30–7 PM; open Saturday–Sunday 11:30 AM–3 PM. It is listed in Tabelog 100 - Ramen - HOKKAIDO - 2025.
Does Marutaka Ramen handle dietary restrictions?
For allergen information, vegetarian options, gluten-free options, or substitution policies, ask directly before visiting.
Is lunch or dinner better at Marutaka Ramen?
Lunch is available Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30 AM–3 PM. Dinner is available Tuesday through Friday from 5:30–7 PM. Choose based on your schedule, note that Monday is closed.
How far ahead should I book Marutaka Ramen?
Can I eat at the bar at Marutaka Ramen?
Ask directly about the seating layout, counter seating, or table setup at Marutaka Ramen.
Can Marutaka Ramen accommodate groups?
Groups should check seat count, table layout, group policies, child-chair availability before visiting.
