# Hangover ramen in Sokcho with five extra char siu: Ichiba Ramen

- By Haesol (https://superchart.com/en/@unhurried-meals-2/)
- Written Aug 28, 2026
- Local places › Restaurants › Sokcho, Gangwon
- Sponsored: This visit was supported with a complimentary meal from the restaurant.
- English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@unhurried-meals-2/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/
- Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@unhurried-meals-2/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/index.md)

## In short

Ichiba Ramen is a ramen restaurant near the Yeongnang-dong seafront in Sokcho, at 348 Jungang-ro. Stopping in the morning after a night of drinking, we ordered the special tonkotsu ramen at 15,000 won, the karai ramen at 9,500 won and five extra slices of char siu at 4,000 won. Ichiba Ramen's 30-hour tonkotsu broth was rich with no porky off-taste, and the spicy karai broth with torch-seared char siu made an ideal hangover meal.

## Good to know

- **Hours**: Daily 09:00–21:00 (last order 20:30)
- **Location**: 348 Jungang-ro, Sokcho, Gangwon
- **Parking**: Roadside in front of the restaurant, or the empty lot beside the building
- **Ordering**: Self-order kiosk to the right of the kitchen; pick up your food at the bar counter
- **Special tonkotsu ramen**: 15,000 won
- **Karai ramen**: 9,500 won
- **Extra char siu (5 slices)**: 4,000 won
- **Seating**: Bar seats along the kitchen and wall, group tables, high chairs, own restroom
- **Getting there**: 15 minutes by car from Sokcho Jungang Market and Seoraksan, 10 minutes from Sokcho Beach

*as written by the visitor on Aug 28, 2026*

## Why we picked Ichiba Ramen for a hangover meal in Sokcho

Ichiba Ramen, a well-known ramen restaurant in Sokcho, sits at 348 Jungang-ro, Sokcho-si, near the Yeongnang-dong beach. I'd had a spicy night of drinking on my trip to Sokcho and desperately needed a hangover cure the next morning lol, so I went to Ichiba Ramen first thing.

Apparently the owner here trained directly under five Japanese ramen masters. One of those masters even praised him, saying 'he makes ramen better than I do' 👍 So I went in with high expectations — here's my honest review of Ichiba Ramen!

- ⏰ Hours: Daily 09:00–21:00 (last order 20:30)
- 📍 Location: 348 Jungang-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
- 🚗 Parking: Roadside in front of the restaurant, or beside the building

![Exterior of Ichiba Ramen on Jungang-ro in Sokcho](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-01-1gtbv-966.webp)

Ichiba Ramen is located near the Yeongnang-dong beach. I was staying at a hotel near Yeonggeumjeong and it only took about 5 minutes by car to get there for my hangover breakfast. It's also just 15 minutes by car from Sokcho Jungang Market and Seoraksan, and 10 minutes from Sokcho Beach — great access for anyone sightseeing in the area.

![Street near Ichiba Ramen close to the Yeongnang-dong beach](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-02-l5z59-966.webp)

### Where do you park at Ichiba Ramen?

If you're driving, you can park roadside in front of the restaurant or in the empty lot beside the building. If it's full, there are side streets in the nearby residential area or parking lots near the beach you can use instead.

![Parking space in front of Ichiba Ramen](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-03-4xl7p-966.webp)

![Interior of Ichiba Ramen decorated in wood tones](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-04-1r6u5-966.webp)

![Dining area with bar-style seating in front of the kitchen at Ichiba Ramen](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-05-1osr1-966.webp)

![Group table at Ichiba Ramen](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-06-1pn8l-m-966.webp)

## Inside Ichiba Ramen: atmosphere and seating

The inside of Ichiba Ramen has a cozy, warm feel with bright wood tones. There are bar-style seats along the kitchen and wall, which are great for solo diners or couples sitting side by side, and group tables too, so you can comfortably eat with a bigger group.

![Wall-side bar seating and lighting at Ichiba Ramen](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-07-1kus8-966.webp)

![Seating area with a baby chair prepared at Ichiba Ramen](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-08-h1loo-m-966.webp)

There's also a clean private restroom inside and baby chairs are available, so families with kids can dine comfortably at Ichiba Ramen too.

![Entrance to the private restroom inside Ichiba Ramen](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-09-1mgb9-966.webp)

You order by walking in and using the self-order kiosk to the right of the kitchen.

![Self-order kiosk placed to the right of the kitchen at Ichiba Ramen](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-10-10lih-966.webp)

You really should have draft beer with ramen ㅠㅠㅠ but this was the last stop of my trip before driving home, so I couldn't drink because I had to drive. So sad, ugh.

## What we ordered at Ichiba Ramen and what it cost

- Special tonkotsu ramen ₩15,000
- Karai ramen ₩9,500
- Extra char siu (5 pieces) ₩4,000

![Bar counter in front of the kitchen where food is prepared](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-11-1w5c9-966.webp)

The food gets set out on the bar counter in front of the kitchen, and they call you over to pick it up.

Ichiba Ramen simmers fresh, domestic pork bones for 30 hours for their broth and keeps artificial seasonings and processed ingredients to a minimum, so I was really curious about the flavor of the broth!

![Two bowls of ramen from Ichiba Ramen on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-12-17vas-966.webp)

## Special tonkotsu ramen, 15,000 won: loaded with char siu and beef brisket

The special tonkotsu ramen is the upgraded version of Ichiba Ramen's tonkotsu ramen! It's loaded with rolled pork belly char siu and beef brisket. Just the size of the bowl alone was hearty enough to make you feel full before you even started eating.

![Special tonkotsu ramen topped with rolled pork belly char siu and beef brisket](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-13-1n2w3-966.webp)

The broth is seriously so rich. No gamey smell at all, just deep, heavy savoriness through and through. You can tell just by looking at the color of the broth, right? haha

![A spoonful of the rich, dark tonkotsu broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-14-4h7fu-966.webp)

![Unrolled pork belly char siu held up](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-15-1mf0o-966.webp)

The thin pork belly char siu comes rolled up, but once I unrolled it, it turned out to be quite long. There were two pieces, which felt filling on their own, and the beef brisket, bean sprouts, and noodles were all generous portions too, so I ate until I was completely full.

![Bowl of special tonkotsu ramen loaded with bean sprouts and noodles](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-16-4uaqd-966.webp)

## Karai ramen, 9,500 won: how spicy is it?

Karai ramen is a spicy version made by adding Ichiba Ramen's special secret seasoning sauce to the tonkotsu broth. For a hangover cure, you really do need something spicy.

![Karai ramen with its spicy red broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-17-1u4nj-966.webp)

I tried a spoonful of the karai ramen broth first, and it really felt like it hit the spot and cleared my system. It wasn't overly spicy — just the right amount of spicy-savory heat, combined with a rich, deep broth flavor that kept making me want another spoonful.

![A spoonful of karai ramen broth lifted from the bowl](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-18-jfhrt-966.webp)

The noodles were also cooked with a nice chewy bite, well soaked in the broth. The spicy-savory broth clung to the noodles, and every slurp had an explosion of umami.

![Chewy noodles soaked in karai ramen broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-19-18dj1-966.webp)

Look at that soft-boiled egg with a runny yolk still intact — the yolk wasn't fully cooked, more jelly-like and chewy, and it went perfectly with the spicy karai ramen broth. It was so good I regretted not ordering an extra egg~~

![Cross-section of a soft-boiled egg with a runny yolk](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-20-1hgcn-966.webp)

## Five extra char siu slices for 4,000 won, torch-seared

Here's the 5 extra pieces of char siu I ordered! If you're a meat lover, ordering extra char siu at Ichiba Ramen is a must. The outside is lightly torched for a subtle smoky flavor, and the texture is so tender it practically melts the moment it hits your mouth.

![Five pieces of torch-seared extra char siu](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-21-1vkf9-966.webp)

![Chopsticks holding char siu wrapped around noodles](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-22-1h5ul-966.webp)

Not dry at all — moist and tender, and wrapping it around the noodles doubled the flavor. I finished every last bit and ended my trip on a satisfying note.

> A Sokcho breakfast spot that nails the combination of a rich tonkotsu broth simmered with care for 30 hours and a spicy-savory karai ramen that clears your system right up!

![Table spread of special tonkotsu ramen and karai ramen](https://img.superchart.com/images/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover/sokcho-ichiba-ramen-chashu-hangover-23-1op9f-1200.webp)

If you're heading to Sokcho and want a spicy hangover cure, or want to try genuine, master-level Japanese ramen, I highly recommend Ichiba Ramen, one of the best ramen restaurants in Sokcho.

## Ichiba Ramen FAQ before you visit

### Can you park right in front of Ichiba Ramen?

You can park roadside in front of the restaurant or in the empty lot beside the building. If it's full, use the side streets in the nearby residential area or the parking lots near the beach.

### How spicy is Ichiba Ramen's karai ramen?

It's not an artificial capsaicin-style heat — it's a delicious spicy-savory kick from the special seasoning added to the rich tonkotsu broth, so even people who aren't great with spice can enjoy it comfortably as a hangover cure.

### Is Ichiba Ramen good for a visit with kids?

Yes! Baby chairs are available and the interior is clean and comfortable. There's also non-spicy tonkotsu ramen and cream ramen, plus rice dishes like butadon and chashudon, so it's a good place to eat with kids.

## Where it is

- Ichiba Ramen (이찌바라멘)
- 348 Jungang-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea
- 강원특별자치도 속초시 중앙로 348 이찌바라멘
- 38.219477, 128.5916841
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%9D%B4%EC%B0%8C%EB%B0%94%EB%9D%BC%EB%A9%98/@38.219477,128.5916841,17z

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