Keyaki Susukino
けやき すすきの本店
Overview
"Keyaki Susukino Honten" is located on Naka-dori in Susukino, about a 5-minute walk from Susukino Station. Established in 1999 as a specialty miso ramen shop, it is a representative Sapporo establishment consistently selected among the "Ramen Hyakumeiten" (Top 100 Ramen Shops). Its most distinctive feature is its unique miso style, which differs from the common "Jun-Sumi-kei" (a rich, oily, and intensely flavored Sapporo miso ramen). Instead of hitting you with intense heat and aromatic oil, it offers a soft yet profound flavor. The soup combines a pork bone and vegetable broth simmered for over 10 hours with a special miso tare (sauce) made from three types of blended miso (with white miso being prominent) and the sweetness of dissolved vegetables. The taste is rich but not heavy, with the savory aroma of stir-fried vegetables rising subtly like a breath. It strikes an exquisite balance with restrained saltiness and an aftertaste that is not overly heavy. The noodles are yellow, medium-thick, and wavy from Nishiyama Seimen, offering a slightly nostalgic sound when bitten and intertwining perfectly with the rich miso soup. The signature Miso Ramen (1200 yen) is generously topped with vegetables such as cabbage, carrots, chives, wood ear mushrooms, bean sprouts, minced meat, menma (fermented bamboo shoots), and green onions, providing an enjoyable variety of textures. The Corn Butter Miso Ramen (1500 yen) is a classic Sapporo miso ramen combination that offers comforting warmth on a cold night. The Chashu Ramen (1700 yen) features three thick slices of pork shoulder loin, a delightful choice for meat lovers. Souvenir ramen sets are also available, allowing you to recreate the flavor at home, making them a popular purchase for tourists as a memory of Sapporo. Due to its central location in Susukino, it is highly popular, with queues of over 20 people forming outside during late-night hours, particularly when patrons seek "shime ramen" (ramen to conclude a night of drinking). Though compact with only 8 seats, it is a Susukino classic where miso ramen truly warms the body on a cold night.
How to Order
1Before Entering
A miso ramen specialty shop established in 1999, located on Susukino's main street, about a 5-minute walk from Susukino Station. Open daily, Mon-Sun, from around 11:00 AM until late at night (check in-store for specific hours), with irregular closing days. A regular on the Ramen Hyakumeiten list, lines are common from evening until late night, especially for "shime-ramen" after drinking parties, where queues can exceed 20 people from before 10 PM until late night. If you avoid peak times, such as Saturday 6:30 PM, weekday 3:00 PM, or the off-season in April, you might be seated without a wait. Due to limited seating, groups visiting might experience delays until they can be seated side-by-side.
2Purchasing Meal Tickets (Pre-purchase before lining up)
This shop uses a pre-purchase system: buy your meal ticket from the vending machine near the entrance before joining the queue. Signature items include Miso Ramen 1200 yen (most popular), Corn Butter Miso Ramen 1500 yen, Green Onion Ramen, Chashu Ramen 1700 yen, seasoned egg topping, and souvenir ramen sets. The souvenir ramen allows you to recreate the flavor at home and is recommended for purchase during your visit. Payment is cash only; credit cards, e-money, and QR code payments are not accepted.
3Seating and Receiving
The shop primarily has counter seating for 8. Groups are arranged to sit side-by-side, so even if seats appear open, you might not be guided to them immediately. If seats are available, you will be guided in order, and preparation time is estimated to be around 7-15 minutes.
4Other
Founded in 1999, this shop is one of Sapporo's most representative miso ramen establishments, known as a famous Susukino miso ramen shop. Its greatest feature is its unique miso, distinct from the common "Junsuke-kei" style. It's not a type that delivers a powerful punch with high heat and aromatic oil, but rather has a softer yet profound flavor. The soup is made from pork bone and vegetable broth simmered for over 10 hours, combined with a special miso tare that blends three types of miso (white miso is prominent) and the sweetness of vegetables. The flavor is rich but not heavy, with the fragrant aroma of stir-fried vegetables rising like a breath. The noodles are Nishiyama Seimen's yellow medium-thick curly noodles, which make a slightly nostalgic sound when bitten. Ingredients include an abundance of vegetables such as cabbage, carrots, chives, wood ear mushrooms, bean sprouts, minced meat, menma, and green onions, offering a delightful texture. The corn butter combination is a classic way to enjoy Sapporo miso ramen, a comforting bowl that warms the body on a cold night. Souvenir ramen sets are also available, making it possible to recreate the taste at home, which is another appeal.
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けやき すすきの本店@すすきの
— ラーだい (@ramen_daichiyan) November 16, 2025
味噌ラーメン
北海道遠征12杯目、札幌３杯目。
味噌の濃厚な味わいと炒められた香味野菜の香りや旨味を楽しめる😁
わずかにピリッと辛さがあるのに食欲そそられる😍
黄色い縮れた太麺は、しっかり茹ででも熟成麺ならではの食感を楽しめる💯
野菜も種類豊富で満足感☺️ pic.twitter.com/wpToaql85A
けやき すすきの本店… 北海道札幌市中央区南６条西…陸ビル 1Fにある…数席のカウンター席しかない有名なラーメン店…味噌ベースのスープの細麺が売り…此処の味噌ラーメンは絶品…肌寒くなってきた…北の大地で頬張る味噌の味は格別…味噌の風味が凄く感じられコクがある…麺とスープの相性も良い pic.twitter.com/VYuWM5ooAD
— 山岡士郎 (@yamaokashiro27) October 3, 2024
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Crowd Calendar
| Lunch | Afternoon | Dinner | Late night | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday | - | No waitRef. | - | - |
| Weekend | - | - | No waitRef. | 30-60 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.
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