New York · Ramen · casual
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
Hokkaido-Style RamenTonkotsuShioMisoShoyuFood CourtJapanese Chain
Authentic Hokkaido-style ramen counter inside Mitsuwa Marketplace, serving shio, miso, shoyu, and tonkotsu bowls daily.
- Price
- ¥
- Area
- Edgewater NJ
Plate № 1880
About
Santouka is a globally recognized ramen chain founded in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, Japan, and this Edgewater location anchors the food court of Mitsuwa Marketplace — the premier Japanese supermarket complex on the East Coast. The menu centers on four classic broth styles — shio (salt), miso, shoyu (soy), and spicy miso — each prepared from Santouka's signature pork-bone stock developed over decades. Diners queue for house-made noodles, tender chashu, and the prized tokusen toroniku (pork cheek) topped bowls. Combo sets paired with salmon ikura rice or char siu donburi make it an exceptionally generous meal. The casual food-court setting and open kitchen lend an accessible, energetic atmosphere that draws both local Japanese expats and dedicated ramen enthusiasts from across the metro area.
Neighborhood & visiting
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka sits in Edgewater NJ, one of New York's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Santouka's Hokkaido pork-bone broth is built on a decades-old recipe refined in Japan — one of the most faithful renditions of the style available anywhere in the New York metro area.
- The tokusen toroniku ramen features melt-in-your-mouth pork cheek that elevates the bowl far above standard chain expectations.
- Visiting inside Mitsuwa Marketplace turns lunch into a full Japanese cultural experience, with a grocery, bakery, and specialty food shops on site.
- Open seven days a week at very accessible prices, making it one of the most consistent and affordable authentic ramen options in the greater NYC area.
Located in Edgewater, NJ — approximately 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan via bus or car.
More authentic ramen in New York
See all →
Other authentic cuisines in New York
See all →
Authentic ramen in other cities
See all →
Frequently asked
About Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
- Is Hokkaido Ramen Santouka an authentic hokkaido-style ramen restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Hokkaido Ramen Santouka is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for hokkaido-style ramen in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is Hokkaido Ramen Santouka located?
- Hokkaido Ramen Santouka is located at 595 River Rd, Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Mitsuwa Marketplace), New York, United States in the Edgewater NJ neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Hokkaido Ramen Santouka?
- Hokkaido Ramen Santouka does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in New York we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Hokkaido Ramen Santouka?
- Hokkaido Ramen Santouka sits in the ¥ price range — typical for hokkaido-style ramen of this format in New York.
Keep exploring