Aji no Sanpei Sapporo | Historic Miso Ramen Near Odori

Aji no Sanpei (味の三平) is a ramen restaurant in central Sapporo, widely associated with the history of Sapporo-style miso ramen. The shop is located on the fourth floor of Daimaru Fujii Central, a building near the Odori shopping and sightseeing area.

Its central location makes it an accessible stop for visitors exploring the city on foot or by subway.

Quick facts

Detail	Information from the Japanese source
Restaurant	Aji no Sanpei
Address	Daimaru Fujii Central, 4F, Minami 1-jo Nishi 3-chome 2, Chuo Ward, Sapporo
Nearest area	Odori
Signature dish	Miso ramen
Listed opening hours	11:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; 5:00–6:20 p.m.
Listed regular closures	Mondays and the second Tuesday of each month

The Japanese source article verified these details in September 2026. They may change, so confirm the current schedule on the official website before visiting.

Why visit Aji no Sanpei?

Sapporo is famous for miso ramen, and Aji no Sanpei is one of the restaurants frequently mentioned when discussing the city’s ramen history. For travellers interested in local food traditions, visiting the restaurant can be more than simply choosing a convenient lunch spot.

The signature dish highlighted in the Japanese guide is miso ramen. Current menu items and prices should be confirmed at the restaurant.

Where is the restaurant?

Aji no Sanpei is inside Daimaru Fujii Central on the fourth floor. This is an important detail: it is not a street-level ramen shop with a separate storefront visible from the road.

Address: Minami 1-jo Nishi 3-chome 2, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Daimaru Fujii Central 4F.

When you reach the building, look for the appropriate floor directory or signs.

How to get there

The restaurant is in the Odori area, a central district served by multiple Sapporo subway lines.

From Odori Station, follow local directions to Daimaru Fujii Central and go to the fourth floor. The surrounding district is also suitable for exploring on foot before or after your meal.

If you are arriving from Sapporo Station, see our Sapporo Station guide and subway guide to plan your journey.

Opening hours and closures

The Japanese source lists two service periods: 11:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. and 5:00–6:20 p.m. It also identifies Monday and the second Tuesday as regular closing days.

These hours are unusually specific, and the restaurant may announce changes or temporary closures. Check the official information shortly before your visit rather than relying only on an older travel guide.

Tips for first-time visitors

• Remember that the restaurant is on the fourth floor of a commercial building.
• Check whether the shop is open on your planned day, especially on Mondays and Tuesdays.
• Confirm the current menu and prices before ordering.
• Allow some flexibility around lunch or dinner, as waiting times can vary.
• Consider combining the meal with a walk through the Odori shopping district.

Explore more Sapporo ramen

Visitors interested in the development of Sapporo miso ramen may also enjoy reading about two other restaurants:

• Sumire Nakanoshima Main Shop, associated with a long-running Sapporo ramen tradition
• Menya Saimi, whose founder trained at Sumire

These restaurants are in different neighbourhoods, so plan subway travel separately if you hope to visit more than one.

Before you go

Official website: Aji no Sanpei.

Confirm the current opening hours, regular closures and any special notices before making a dedicated trip.

Related English guides

• Menya Saimi Guide
• Sumire Nakanoshima Main Shop
• Sapporo Subway Guide
• Nijo Market Guide