After 20 years of ramen training, the owner of Kushiro Ramen Kawamura finally set out to make a name for himself. He claims that his ramen has a flavor you can't get sick of even if you ate it everyday. The respectable shoyu ramen is a "simple" blend of torigara and onion that results in a refreshing (さっぱり) taste. The noodles are not homemade but "custom-ordered." It's quite possibly the most recognized and most recommended ramen-ya in all of Kushiro, but don't expect it to blow you away. It's billed as an "orthodox" shoyu ramen and is just that. I can eat it everyday, can you?
From Kushiro Station head nine blocks directly south on Kitaodori (the main street leading to the river). Make a left on the street AFTER the big intersection where the 44 and 38 meet. In another block and a half, Kawamura will appear on your left. Walk in and place your order after taking a seat. They are closed on Mondays.
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Kushiro Ramen Ginsui (釧路ラーメン銀水) - Suehirocho, Kushiro, Japan (Hokkaido)
Kushiro Ramen Ginsui is the kind of ramen-ya you would want in your neighborhood. The kind where you can relax, chat with old friends, and eat some great food. The shoyu ramen here is key, but I've heard the shio, miso, and pirikara aren't bad either. I ordered the Shoyu Chashu Men where you can choose between two types of chashu--fatty or lean. Of course I chose fatty and was surprised by its moist crunch. If you like an oily shoyu ramen made with torigara, katsuo, and konbu then you've definitely come to the right place. This IS Hokkaido!
From Kushiro Station head nine blocks directly south on Kitaodori (the main street leading to the river). Make a left on the street AFTER the big intersection where the 44 and 38 meet. Then walk two more blocks and make a right. After another block you'll see Ginsui on your left. Wait to be seated and order from the waitress. They're open from 11am to midnight and closed on Wednesdays.
Some other sites that mention Kushiro Ramen Ginsui:
From Kushiro Station head nine blocks directly south on Kitaodori (the main street leading to the river). Make a left on the street AFTER the big intersection where the 44 and 38 meet. Then walk two more blocks and make a right. After another block you'll see Ginsui on your left. Wait to be seated and order from the waitress. They're open from 11am to midnight and closed on Wednesdays.
Some other sites that mention Kushiro Ramen Ginsui:
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Day 6 - Welcome to Kushiro!
Kushiro is a city on the eastern edge of Hokkaido. It's a quiet town with a very laid back feel. The people seem to act much like the sea otters that swim in the nearby Kushiro river. They mind their own business and only appear in short stints. Everyone is friendly and will generously help if you ask. Their ramen is typically a light shoyu flavor made with chicken, katsuo, and onion. On this day, the cool, crisp air was perfect for it. Kushiro is also a great city to walk in. The various smells of fresh seafood and grilled fish fill the air.
The first ramen-ya I visited was Ginsui. Here I ordered the Shoyu Chashu Men--a favorite among the locals. It's a basic Kushiro-style ramen that was delicious. The soup provided a slight tanginess that was eloquently masked by the shoyu. In addition to the traditional ingredients, Ginsui also uses konbu. You also get to choose from two choices of chashu: fatty or not. I of course went with the fatty chashu and it was delightful. This might sound odd, but the fat almost crunched in my mouth as I bit into it. The noodles were very thin and flat without much texture, yet they matched the soup perfectly. Adding black pepper also gave it another level.
The second ramen-ya was recommended by the hotel receptionist. It was called Kushiro Ramen Kawamura. They also serve a traditional Kushiro-style ramen that is very light and pleasing to the palate. The chashu was a bit on the tough side, but housed some great flavoring. The noodles were virtually identical to Ginsui and once again matched the soup brilliantly.
Kushiro is definitely a relaxing, stress-free city and it is reflected in their ramen. I had a nice time here, even though it was only for one day. I even managed to take close to 300 pictures while walking around. But don't worry, I've narrowed it down to 69 for you all to see. Enjoy!
I'm exhausted and in need of some sleep. My train leaves for Asahikawa at 6:30am. So on this last note, goodnight Kushiro...
The first ramen-ya I visited was Ginsui. Here I ordered the Shoyu Chashu Men--a favorite among the locals. It's a basic Kushiro-style ramen that was delicious. The soup provided a slight tanginess that was eloquently masked by the shoyu. In addition to the traditional ingredients, Ginsui also uses konbu. You also get to choose from two choices of chashu: fatty or not. I of course went with the fatty chashu and it was delightful. This might sound odd, but the fat almost crunched in my mouth as I bit into it. The noodles were very thin and flat without much texture, yet they matched the soup perfectly. Adding black pepper also gave it another level.
The second ramen-ya was recommended by the hotel receptionist. It was called Kushiro Ramen Kawamura. They also serve a traditional Kushiro-style ramen that is very light and pleasing to the palate. The chashu was a bit on the tough side, but housed some great flavoring. The noodles were virtually identical to Ginsui and once again matched the soup brilliantly.
Kushiro is definitely a relaxing, stress-free city and it is reflected in their ramen. I had a nice time here, even though it was only for one day. I even managed to take close to 300 pictures while walking around. But don't worry, I've narrowed it down to 69 for you all to see. Enjoy!
I'm exhausted and in need of some sleep. My train leaves for Asahikawa at 6:30am. So on this last note, goodnight Kushiro...
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