ramen santouka

Striving to become a globally cherished ramen brand, Ramen Santoka is dedicated to spreading the enjoyment of our signature ramen—delicious, wholesome, and crafted with care. This commitment to quality and family-friendly food has been the foundation of our business since its inception.

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Crafting the Perfect Bowl of Ramen

At Ramen Santoka, every detail, down to the last drop of soup, reflects our commitment to excellence. Our founder's vision is embodied in our custom-made, weighty bowls, designed to retain the soup's warmth and aroma. The indigo hue of our bowls, which stands apart from traditional ramen ware, has become a beloved symbol among our customers. We take pride in our carefully crafted white broth, simmered from pork bones over an extended period to achieve a delicate balance of flavor and aroma. While it may be served at a slightly lower temperature, it is done with the intention of offering a safe and delicious experience for all, including children and the elderly.

Honoring Our Hokkaido Heritage

Our Hokkaido roots are celebrated in the design of our restaurants, which feature a white-based aesthetic inspired by the Daisetsuzan mountain range and Ainu textile motifs. The inclusion of intimate counter seating pays homage to our origins, creating an authentic Japanese ramen shop atmosphere.

Empowering Global Ramen Ambassadors

As Ramen Santoka expands globally, we are dedicated to nurturing our brand ambassadors. Store managers in the United States undergo rigorous training at our Yamato Fire Headquarters and our Sendai City location, mastering our soup philosophy and techniques before leading their own locations. Although many began without ramen experience, they are now committed to making Ramen Santoka a beloved global brand, cherished for generations to come.

Basic Information

Established

2014

6 Locations (as of August 2024)

WA - Bellevue & Seattle

MA - Allston, Back Bay & Harvard Square

VA - Tysons Corner

Stores

Dine in & take out

Service

history

Allston location opened in September 2022

Tysons Corner location opened in August 2020

Seattle location opened in July 2017

Back Bay location opened in June 2016

Harvard Square location opened in February 2015

Bellevue location opened in August 2014