Ame wa, Yasashiku
雨は、やさしく
Overview
"Ame wa, Yasashiku" is located near Shiroishi Station in Shiroishi Ward, Sapporo City. This restaurant offers creative ramen that defies the conventions of Sapporo Miso Ramen, earning high praise as a regular on the Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100 list and a silver award winner at the Ramen Walker Grand Prix Hokkaido 2025. Its most distinguishing feature is the signature "Shirokimo Niboshi" (White Liver Niboshi) ramen, which consists of a paste made from Hokkaido-raised chicken white liver, mushrooms, and soy milk, placed in the center of the bowl, resting on a Japanese-style dashi (broth) soup made solely from dried sardines (niboshi), shiitake mushrooms, and konbu (kelp). The standard way to enjoy it is to first savor the light and refined niboshi-flavored soup, then gradually mix in the liver paste as you eat, which enriches the flavor and transforms the texture into a rich, creamy mouthfeel. This two-stage flavor change is the greatest pleasure. Even those who dislike liver will find it free of any unpleasant taste, with the refreshing hint of shiso (perilla) adding an accent. The noodles are custom-made to pair well with the soup, available as medium-thick straight (for shoyu and miso) or medium-thin and slightly firm. Toppings include large slices of seared pork belly chashu (fragrant and smoky), thick gobo tempura (popular, soak in soup for texture and aroma), green onions, and shiso. Hidden beneath the liver paste is konbu (kelp), designed to add umami and texture. The signature Shirokimo Niboshi series offers a choice of four flavors: miso, shoyu (soy sauce), shio (salt), and karamiso (spicy miso), allowing repeat customers to enjoy comparing different tastes over multiple visits. The menu also includes the Walker Grand Prix Bronze-class "Tanrei (Shio)" (clear salt ramen) for 1150 yen, and the classic Sapporo Miso Ramen "SAPPORO Miso", offering a lineup that caters to both those seeking originality and those preferring traditional flavors. The side dish, Chashu Mayo Don (pork and mayonnaise rice bowl), combines the richness of mayonnaise with smoky chashu, and while preferences may vary, it's a highly satisfying set. The interior is a calm, stylish space resembling a cafe, creating a unique atmosphere unlike that of a typical ramen shop. Including its playful unique spelling of "Ramen" as "Ra-Ame-n" (using the character for rain), it is noted as a representative establishment of Sapporo's evolving ramen scene.
How to Order
1Before Entering
A unique miso ramen shop listed among the top 100 ramen shops, located near Shiroishi Station in Shiroishi-ku, Sapporo. Open daily from 11:00 AM (check in-store for specific hours/holidays). Parking available (including a second parking lot). A regular on Ramen HOKKAIDO Top 100 list and a silver medalist at the Ramen Walker Grand Prix Hokkaido 2025. While popular, there are times you can enter without a wait, for example, immediate seating at 1:50 PM on Saturday, 3 groups ahead at 12:00 PM on holidays (seated after 10 minutes), immediate seating with no prior customers at 6:00 PM on weekdays, or full at 12:00 PM on weekdays (seated after 5 minutes).
2Purchase Meal Ticket
Proceed to your seat after purchasing a meal ticket from the vending machine at the entrance. Signature items include Shirokimo Niboshi (Miso) around 1200 yen, Shirokimo Niboshi (Soy Sauce), Shirokimo Niboshi (Salt), Shirokimo Niboshi (Spicy Miso), SAPPORO Miso (Classic Sapporo Miso), Tanrei (Salt) 1150 yen, Ajitama (seasoned egg), Half Ramen, and Chashu Mayo Don (popular side). The most popular is the Shirokimo Niboshi series, with Shirokimo Niboshi (Miso) being the signature dish. True to its unique name "Ra-Amen", the composition transcends typical ramen genres. Payment is cash only; credit cards, e-money, and QR code payments are not accepted.
3Seating and Receiving Order
A calm and stylish interior, like a cafe, creating a space unlike a typical ramen shop. A compact layout with only 14 counter seats. If there are empty seats, you will be guided in order, and expect your order to be served in about 5-10 minutes.
4Other
One of the top 100 ramen shops offering a unique bowl that overturns the conventions of Sapporo miso ramen. The signature "Shirokimo Niboshi" features a paste made from Hokkaido-raised chicken white liver, mushrooms, and soy milk, placed in the center of the bowl, then topped with a Japanese-style dashi soup made only from dried sardines (niboshi), shiitake mushrooms, and kelp. The standard way to enjoy it is to first taste the light and elegant niboshi soup, then gradually dissolve the liver paste as you eat, which enriches the flavor and transforms it into a thick, creamy mouthfeel. The dish is prepared so that even those who dislike liver do not find it gamey, with the refreshing accent of perilla. Noodles are medium-thick straight (for soy sauce) or medium-thin and slightly firm (for miso), pairing well with the soup. Toppings include large flame-seared pork belly chashu (fragrant and smoky), thick burdock tempura (popular, soak in soup for texture and aroma), green onions, and perilla. Kelp is hidden beneath the liver paste, adding umami and texture in a unique composition. The Chashu Mayo Don side dish, a combination of mayonnaise and smoky chashu, is a popular set item, though preferences may vary. SAPPORO Miso is a classic Sapporo miso ramen, a safe option if the unique Shirokimo Niboshi is too adventurous.
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Seating
Tables seat up to ~4 people. Groups of 5+ will need multiple tables and may wait longer than usual.
Voices
仕事で近くを通りかかったので
— TabeT (@TabeNomiTAIKY) March 19, 2026
久しぶりの【雨は、やさしく】
白肝煮干（塩） 大盛 ごぼう天増し🍜
味噌が人気ですが、私は塩一択 pic.twitter.com/9psykA7SCd
今日は初めて雨はやさしくの一号店に行って来た。素敵すぎるレバーペースト。牛蒡天も素敵だ。全部素敵だ。美味すぎるし。チャーシューは結構パワー系で、もちろん上手くて素敵だった。 pic.twitter.com/ZxpVN3pOaP
— 依存破゜ (@Izone_Pa) March 17, 2026
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Business Hours
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| Lunch | Afternoon | Dinner | Late night | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday | Up to 15 minRef. | - | No waitRef. | - |
| Weekend | Up to 15 minRef. | - | - | - |
* Dashed cells = reference data from past visit examples (replaced once enough reviews arrive)
Dietary Notes
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This information is based on user reports and is not official information from the shop. Cross-contamination in the cooking environment cannot be guaranteed. If you have severe allergies, please confirm directly with the shop.
Animal-free menu available
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