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    Saien

    西園

    Local Favorite
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    Operating beneath Mount Hakodate near the red brick warehouses since the Showa period. Brews an exceptionally clear golden salt broth from pork bones, chicken, and kombu seaweed, topped with piles of spicy shredded scallions and pork slivers.

    Negi Ramen Shio (ネギラーメン 塩) & Classic Shio Ramen at Saien
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    Negi Ramen Shio (ネギラーメン 塩) & Classic Shio Ramen

    Hakodate Shio
    Shoyu
    Ramen
    ¥1,000-¥1,999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Located right by the Suehirocho tram stop. The Negi Ramen (choice of salt or soy sauce tare) is the iconic order, tossed in a peppery sesame dressing that melts into the clear soup. Cash only.

    Operational note: Showa-era Hakodate shio ramen landmark in Suehirocho near the red brick warehouses; clear golden salt broth simmered from pork bone and kombu, topped with thin-cut spicy leeks; table and counter seating; cash payment
    Kids welcome

    Location

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    北海道函館市末広町19-14

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Ramen

    Broth

    Hakodate Shio
    Shoyu

    Typical price

    ¥1,000-¥1,999

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    Recommended order

    Negi Ramen Shio (ネギラーメン 塩) & Classic Shio Ramen

    Getting there

    北海道函館市末広町19-14

    1 min from Suehirocho

    Hakodate City Tram Line 5

    Hours

    11:30–18:45. Closed Sundays.

    Closed: Sunday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Located right by the Suehirocho tram stop. The Negi Ramen (choice of salt or soy sauce tare) is the iconic order, tossed in a peppery sesame dressing that melts into the clear soup. Cash only.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Showa-era Hakodate shio ramen landmark in Suehirocho near the red brick warehouses; clear golden salt broth simmered from pork bone and kombu, topped with thin-cut spicy leeks; table and counter seating; cash payment

    How to Order
    Native Japanese audio

    This shop likely uses a ticket machine (食券機 / kenbaiki). Buy your ticket before sitting down.

    Order your bowl

    これをください

    Kore o kudasai (This one, please)

    Customise your noodles
    麺かためでMen katame de (firm noodles)
    麺やわらかめでMen yawarakame de (soft noodles)
    替え玉くださいKaedama kudasai (extra noodles)
    Useful phrases
    おいしい！Oishii! — Delicious!
    お会計お願いしますOkaikei onegai shimasu — Check, please
    ごちそうさまでしたGochisousama deshita — Thank you for the meal (said when leaving)
    大盛りでOomori de — Large portion, please
    少なめでSukuname de — Smaller portion, please

    Allergy card

    Select your restrictions. Show the generated card to restaurant staff.

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    Questions about Saien

    What is the nearest station to Saien?
    Suehirocho, about a 1-minute walk away. Suehirocho is served by Hakodate City Tram Line 5.
    What should I order at Saien?
    Negi Ramen Shio (ネギラーメン 塩) & Classic Shio Ramen. The kitchen works in Hakodate Shio and Shoyu. Noodles: ramen.
    How much does ramen cost at Saien?
    A bowl runs ¥1,000-¥1,999.
    When is Saien open?
    11:30–18:45. Closed Sundays. Closed Sunday.
    What should I know before visiting Saien?
    Children are welcome.