Ramen Toranotora Sapporo | Spiced Ramen Near Kita 12-jo
Guide to Ramen Toranotora in Sapporo's Kita Ward: spice-forward ramen, listed weekday-specific hours, address and access near Kita 12-jo Station.
Ramen Toranotora (らーめん寅乃虎) is a ramen restaurant in Kita Ward, Sapporo, noted in the Japanese source article for its distinctive use of spices.
It is an option for visitors looking beyond the city’s better-known miso ramen styles. The shop is near Kita 12-jo Station, north of the central Sapporo Station area.
Quick facts
| Detail | Information recorded in September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | Ramen Toranotora |
| Address | EJI BLD 1F, Kita 11-jo Nishi 1-chome 1-15, Kita Ward, Sapporo |
| Nearest subway station | Kita 12-jo |
| Featured style | Spice-forward ramen |
| Monday and Thursday–Sunday | 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; 5:00–8:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. only |
| Wednesday | Listed as closed |
Important: These hours come from the original Japanese article verified on September 24, 2026. They are not live opening information. Check the restaurant’s latest schedule before travelling.
What makes the ramen distinctive?
The Japanese source describes the shop’s ramen as making use of spices. This is a useful point of difference for travellers interested in comparing ramen flavours around Sapporo.
The source does not establish the precise blend of spices, the current menu or prices. Check the latest offerings at the restaurant.
Finding the shop
The address is Kita 11-jo Nishi 1-chome 1-15, on the first floor of EJI BLD.
The Japanese guide identifies Kita 12-jo Station as the nearest subway station. Use a map for the final walk, particularly if you are unfamiliar with Sapporo’s numbered street system.
Getting there from central Sapporo
Kita 12-jo Station is on the Namboku subway line, which also serves the central Sapporo area.
For route orientation, read our Sapporo Subway Namboku Line Guide or Sapporo Station Guide.
Watch the weekday schedule
The source lists lunch and dinner service on Monday and Thursday through Sunday, but Tuesday is lunch only and Wednesday is closed.
That difference matters if you plan to visit after sightseeing. Do not assume that evening service is available every day.
A ramen itinerary beyond miso
For a broader taste of Sapporo ramen, you can compare Toranotora’s spice-focused approach with:
- Kaimen Bukou: Shellfish Broth Ramen
- Menya Kiichi: Niboshi Ramen
- Isono Kazuo: Sapporo Black
- Menya Saimi: Miso Ramen
Opening hours vary across these shops. Check each restaurant before planning a multi-stop outing.
Before you go
- Confirm current hours and any temporary closures.
- Remember that Tuesday evening is not included in the source schedule.
- Use Kita 12-jo Station and the full address to plan your route.
- Check the current menu, prices and payment options.
- Allow extra time if the shop is busy.
Reference listings: Ramen Toranotora.
Related English guides
Sources
Restaurant listings referenced by the Japanese guideArticle ID: SP-0119