Sumire Nakanoshima Main Shop | Sapporo Miso Ramen Guide

Sumire’s Nakanoshima main shop is a well-known destination for Sapporo-style miso ramen. Located in the Nakanoshima neighbourhood of Toyohira Ward, it is a useful stop for visitors who want to explore one of the city’s best-known ramen traditions beyond the busiest central sightseeing streets.

The most important detail when planning a visit is that weekday opening hours differ by season. Check the official shop page before traveling, especially if you plan to arrive in the evening.

Quick facts

Detail	Information
Shop	Sumire — Nakanoshima Main Shop
Japanese name	すみれ 中の島本店
Address	2-jo 4-chome 7-28, Nakanoshima, Toyohira Ward, Sapporo
Signature style	Sapporo miso ramen
Nearest subway station	Nakanoshima Station, Namboku Line
Regular closing day	Wednesday (as listed in the source guide)
Telephone	011-824-5655

Official shop page: Sumire Nakanoshima Main Shop.

Opening hours: check the season

The Japanese source article records the following hours from the official shop information, verified in September 2026:

Day and season	Listed hours
Weekdays, March–October	10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Weekdays, November–February	10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays	10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. year-round
Regular closing day	Wednesday

These are previously verified hours, not a live opening-status guarantee. Special closures, holiday arrangements or timetable changes may occur. Confirm the latest hours before visiting.

Why is Sumire associated with Sapporo miso ramen?

Miso ramen is one of Sapporo’s signature food experiences. The style is often associated with a hearty broth and a warming bowl particularly appealing in Hokkaido’s colder months.

Sumire is one of the recognised names connected with this tradition. According to the restaurant’s official history, its roots go back to Junren, which began in the Nakanoshima area in 1964. The history also records that Nobuyoshi Muranaka established a shop under the Sumire name in Nakanoshima in 1989.

This background makes the main shop an interesting destination for visitors who want to connect a meal with Sapporo’s ramen culture.

What should you order?

Miso ramen is the signature dish highlighted in the Japanese source article. It is a natural starting point for a first visit, especially if your aim is to experience the shop’s best-known style.

Menus, prices, toppings and availability may change. Consult the current restaurant menu rather than relying on older photographs or reviews for exact offerings.

How to get there

The nearest subway stop listed in the Japanese source is Nakanoshima Station on the Sapporo Subway Namboku Line.

The shop is in the Nakanoshima neighbourhood, away from the central Odori and Susukino sightseeing areas. Use a map for the final walking route and check your travel time before setting out.

For help planning the subway journey, see our Sapporo Subway Namboku Line guide and Sapporo Station guide.

Tips for visiting

• Check the day of the week: Wednesday is listed as the regular closing day.
• Check the season: Weekday closing time is listed as earlier from November through February.
• Allow some flexibility: Popular ramen restaurants can be busy at mealtimes, but waiting times cannot be predicted.
• Confirm the menu and payment options: These may change, so check at the restaurant.
• Plan the return journey: If you are visiting in the evening, check the subway timetable.

A ramen stop beyond central Sapporo

Visiting Nakanoshima can be a way to experience Sapporo food culture outside the busiest tourist districts. You might combine a ramen meal with a subway trip through the city’s southern neighbourhoods, rather than treating every meal as a stop near Sapporo Station.

For visitors interested in how local ramen traditions developed, Sumire’s history is as noteworthy as its signature miso ramen.

Before you go

Address: 2-jo 4-chome 7-28, Nakanoshima, Toyohira Ward, Sapporo.

Telephone: 011-824-5655.

Official hours and notices: Sumire Nakanoshima Main Shop.

The hours and closure information above reflect the Japanese source guide’s September 2026 verification. Always check the restaurant’s current announcements before making a special trip.

Related English guides

• Sapporo Subway Namboku Line
• Sapporo Station Guide
• Nijo Market: Seafood and Food Culture