{"id":36478,"date":"2026-04-21T18:30:46","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T09:30:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/news\/%e3%80%904%e6%9c%8826%e6%97%a5%e3%80%91%e6%96%b0%e3%83%a9%e3%83%bc%e3%83%a1%e3%83%b3%e5%ba%97%e3%80%8c%e9%ba%ba%e3%82%84%e6%a5%b5%e6%a5%bd%e3%80%8d%e3%81%8c%e3%82%aa%e3%83%bc%e3%83%97%e3%83%b3\/"},"modified":"2026-04-22T15:20:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T06:20:53","slug":"%e3%80%904%e6%9c%8826%e6%97%a5%e3%80%91%e6%96%b0%e3%83%a9%e3%83%bc%e3%83%a1%e3%83%b3%e5%ba%97%e3%80%8c%e9%ba%ba%e3%82%84%e6%a5%b5%e6%a5%bd%e3%80%8d%e3%81%8c%e3%82%aa%e3%83%bc%e3%83%97%e3%83%b3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/news\/menya-gokuraku-open\/","title":{"rendered":"[Apr 26] New ramen shop will open!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A new ramen shop, \u201cGokuraku Ramen,\u201d will open inside Takimotokan on Sunday, April 26, 2026.<br \/>\nAfter relaxing both body and mind in The Grand Bath, you can casually stop by this \u201cGokuraku Ramen\u201d.<br \/>\nWhether it\u2019s a quick bowl during the day or ramen paired with drinks at night, a new way to enjoy food in the town is about to begin.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 A Classic Taste of Hokkaido Ramen<\/p>\n<p>An essential element of \u201cGokuraku Ramen\u201d is the medium-thick, wavy egg noodles from Nishiyama Ramen, a long-established noodle maker representing Hokkaido.<br \/>\nThese slightly yellow, high-hydration noodles are known for their pleasantly chewy texture and their ability to tangle the soup perfectly.<\/p>\n<p>The broth is a carefully prepared double soup made by slowly simmering chicken bones and pork.<br \/>\nWhile it offers a clean, smooth first sip, the depth of flavor gradually unfolds with every spoonful.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a bowl that feels nostalgic, yet perfectly suited to modern tastes\u2014quintessentially Hokkaido in every way.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40093 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u62e1\u5927\u8f9b\u307f\u305d\u30e9\u30fc\u30e1\u30f3-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 \u201cGokuraku Ramen\u201d Envisioned by Manager Kamimura<\/p>\n<p>The shop is run by Manager Kamimura, who, after graduating from culinary school, gained experience in both cooking and service at hotels across Hokkaido.<br \/>\nIt was through these experiences that he developed a desire to \u201cexpress the charm of Hokkaido in a single bowl of ramen.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He hopes to offer guests from Japan and around the world a moment that can only be experienced at Noboribetsu Onsen.<br \/>\nWith this vision in mind, he decided to open a ramen shop inside a traditional ryokan.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40078 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u5e97\u9577-\u30d7\u30ec\u30b9\u7528.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1689\" height=\"1126\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 A Diverse Ramen Lineup and the Bold Soupless Ramen<\/p>\n<p>The menu features a variety of classic Hokkaido ramen styles, including miso, soy sauce, salt, and spicy miso.<br \/>\nAmong them, the owner\u2019s top recommendation is the \u201cGokuraku Ramen,\u201d loaded with all available toppings\u2014a hearty bowl aiming to become a new local specialty of Noboribetsu Onsen.<\/p>\n<p>They also offer a punchy \u201csoupless ramen\u201d seasoned with garlic and chili peppers.<br \/>\nMix in the egg yolk for a rich, mellow flavor, and for an extra treat, you can add diced Noboribetsu pork chashu as an option\u2014making it an irresistibly satisfying final bowl to end your meal.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40063 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u62e1\u5927\u6c41\u306a\u3057\u30e9\u30fc\u30e1\u30f3-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 At Night: An Izakaya Inside the Ryokan<\/p>\n<p>After 6:00 PM, the restaurant transforms into more than just a ramen shop, offering a wide selection of \u00e0 la carte dishes.<br \/>\nHighlights include the limited-quantity \u201cDeep-fried Deer (Katsu)\u201d made with Ezo venison from our neighbours Shiraoi, as well as the \u201cGokuraku Sake Set,\u201d featuring a combination of potato salad, fried chicken, and seasoned meat\u2014perfect for enjoying a drink after a bath.<\/p>\n<p>One of the unique perks of a ryokan is that you can relax and indulge without ever needing to leave the building.<br \/>\nWhether it\u2019s a drink before or after your ramen, or a laid-back evening treat, it\u2019s an ideal way to unwind at night.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40083 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u62e1\u5927\u304a\u9152\u306e\u6975\u697d\u30bb\u30c3\u30c8-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 Extra Care in Every Grain of Rice<\/p>\n<p>For rice dishes, the restaurant uses \u201cRankoshi rice,\u201d sourced directly from local farmers in Rankoshi Town.<br \/>\nKnown for its distinct texture and natural sweetness, the rice pairs exceptionally well with the ramen, enhancing the overall dining experience.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-40073 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u7c73\u30a4\u30e1\u30fc\u30b8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1700\" height=\"1134\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u25a1 Gokuraku Ramen<\/p>\n<p>Opening Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026<br \/>\nHours:<br \/>\nLunch | 11:30 AM \u2013 2:00 PM (Last order 1:45 PM)<br \/>\nDinner | 6:00 PM \u2013 12:00 AM (Last order 11:30 PM)<br \/>\nClosed: Every Wednesday<br \/>\nLocation: Takimotokan, Main Building B1, \u201cAmusement square\u201d<\/p>\n<p>After onsen bathing, treat yourself to a bowl of bliss.<br \/>\nCome and experience a new kind of evening in Noboribetsu Onsen at Gokuraku Ramen.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; A new ramen shop, \u201cGokuraku Ramen,\u201d will open inside Takimotokan on Sunday, April 26, 2026. After relaxing both body and mind in The Grand Bath, you can casually stop by this \u201cGokuraku Ramen\u201d. Whether it\u2019s a quick bowl during the day or ramen paired with drinks at night, a new way to enjoy food in the town is about<\/p>\n<div class=\"h10\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"more-link1\" href=\"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/news\/menya-gokuraku-open\/\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":36449,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[81,283],"tags":[],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36478"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/20"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=36478"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36478\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":36481,"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36478\/revisions\/36481"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/36449"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=36478"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=36478"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/takimotokan.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=36478"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}