




Ramen santouka honolulu
About
A Taste of Asahikawa in Waikiki
Stepping into Ramen Santouka, you are immediately greeted by the steam rising from oversized bowls and the rhythmic clatter of ladles against porcelain. This Waikiki staple brings the soul of Asahikawa, Hokkaido, to the heart of Honolulu, focusing on the craft of tonkotsu broth that is simmered for hours until it reaches a milky, mellow complexity. Unlike the aggressive saltiness found elsewhere, the signature Shio ramen here is balanced with a subtle, gentle sweetness that lingers on the palate.
The Sensory Ritual
The space is functional and high-energy, characteristic of a busy ramen-ya where turnover is swift and the focus remains entirely on the bowl. You will hear the sharp, quick shouts of the kitchen staff in Japanese, a sound that underscores the kitchen's efficiency. The char-siu is a standout; it is sliced thin enough to nearly dissolve in the soup, yet it retains a fatty, melt-in-your-mouth texture that pairs perfectly with the chew of the house-made noodles.
Local Insights for Your Visit
If you are planning to drop by after a day at the beach, keep in mind that the counter seating fills up rapidly. It is the kind of spot where you come to eat, not to linger for hours over conversation. The seating is intimate, so expect to brush elbows with fellow noodle enthusiasts. While parking in this high-traffic Honolulu corridor can be a bit of a hunt, the reward is a bowl of authentic, climate-controlled comfort food that stays true to the brand’s global reputation for consistency and depth.
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Location
801 Kaheka St, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814-3725
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Reviews
Showing 10 of 64 community reviewsTomGoogle Maps
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Good ramen place next to Don Quijote. I like the Toroniku. Great taste and texture. They have set meals as well which comes with gyoza and fried rice. Will come back.
H MGoogle Maps
Recently
The ramen soup is very good. We order two regular size shoyo and miso ramen. The flavor and the belly roasted pork are very good, but it was a little saltier than my taste can handle. The noodles was also done perfectly so no complaints in there.
Greg VGoogle Maps
Recently
Excellent ramen, has locations in Japan. Worth a trip over from Waikiki. Also open late, gyoza was great too
zxcGoogle Maps
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The service was amazing. They quickly seated us and take our order right away. The ramen was rich in flavor. The texture of the noodles are nice and soft. The toppings gave such a nice texture and beautiful combination that make it better. Pork is juicy, fish and bamboo shoots were so soft. I highly recommend this place if you great quality ramen. Something I’m looking forward to eating again.
Sophie LinGoogle Maps
Recently
the cha siu beef cheeks were on the saltier side, as is the soup for toro kara; still very solid ramen though, liked that you could pick between small, medium, and large for portion sizes
clifford yuGoogle Maps
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Ordered a fried rice gyoza add on but when most of my food came to the table, I was told that they were out of the fried rice. I overheard the kitchen earlier saying that there was only one fried rice left when I put in my order so definitely looks a miscommunication issue. Otherwise, service was fast and food was delicious. Just need to match the food with the location up in Seattle though haha. I believe!!!
Eddie TajimaGoogle Maps
Recently
I've passed this place for years on my way to Donki but finally stopped in today right as they opened. The seating area is nice, cozy, and clean - and the two ladies that helped us were really friendly. This is the first time I've had Santouka "style" ramen and - although a tonkotsu broth - it didn't taste as heavy. It's also nice because they have three sizes available with the menu price reflecting the medium size. If you order a small, it's $1 less than the listed menu price; order a large, add $1. I ordered the tantan-men and although the soup presents in a bright red color because of the chili oil - it's not spicy but really flavorful. The noodles had a great consistency/perfect chewiness so tasty broth + great noodles = great experience. I had a late breakfast (about 9) and walked in here at 11 but was able to easily polish off a medium (all the noodles and broth). If you're a decent eater, I'd definitely recommend the large, especially if you're not ordering any sides. Overall, it was a great experience! You'd also think it would be more pricey because it's located in a busy shopping center but everything was around $14.
DuckifyableGoogle Maps
Recently
Soooo tasty. The best ramen I've had in the United States! We tried the tantanmen and the toroniku miso, with eggs added. Also tried the charsiu rice bowl and gyoza on a different day (we had to come back a second time). Everything was exceptionally good. Also the service is very friendly and exceptionally fast. Cute atmosphere too with the ramen bar in addition to the tables. Clean. This place really stands out. AND it's next to Don Quijote!
RachelGoogle Maps
Recently
Visited this Hokkaido-style ramen place yesterday. The broth was a bit too rich for my taste, but the service was fast and the portion of meat was impressive.( but there is no egg )The pork was flavorful and not at all gamey, which I really appreciated. It felt more like a local spot than a tourist trap, which made the experience even better. Worth checking out if you’re looking for a solid, hearty bowl of ramen.
Joshua ChunGoogle Maps
Recently
Stumbled in on a Sunday at 8:45pm. I was seated immediately, and ordered the Toroniku Shio Ramen. Food came out lighting fast, and it was delicious. The broth was everything you would want, silky and rich, flavorful, and perfectly salted. The ramen was perfect as well. Bouncey with a nice bite. The Toroniku was amazing. Don't let the greyness of the meat deceive you. It was super tender and juicy. It also comes with green onions, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms on the side. I finished everything. I got a medium portion, and the final cost was $17.59 after taxes. This place will definitely satisfy your ramen craving, and if you want a large bowl it's only $1 more!
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