Premium Yamatoki Salt Flavour Noodle
Premium Yamatoki Salt Flavour Noodle
Ramen Santouka has been perfecting salt-based tonkotsu in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, for decades — and this 7-Eleven collaboration brings that signature bowl home. A delicate pork bone broth where salt takes centre stage, finished with a pickled ume plum that cuts through the richness beautifully. Imported direct from Japan for The Ramen Club.
- Open and prep
Peel the lid back halfway and take out any sachets sitting inside. Add the seasoning powder into the bowl as directed on the packet. Having everything unpacked and laid out before you pour makes the whole process smoother and quicker.
- Add boiling water
Pour freshly boiled water into the bowl up to the inner line, which is about 450ml (roughly 2 cups). Make sure the water covers all the noodles evenly so they cook through properly. Give it a moment to settle before closing the lid.
- Let it steep
Pop the lid back on and wait for 4 minutes. This is when the noodles soften and the broth develops its full depth of flavour. Resist the urge to peek, the trapped steam does important work making everything come together inside the bowl.
- Stir and serve
Remove the lid and give the bowl a really thorough stir from the bottom up, making sure all the seasoning is mixed through and nothing is stuck to the base. Serve it while it's piping hot and finish with your favourite toppings.
Background
Every packet has a story behind it. Here's where this one comes from, what makes it tick, and why it made the cut for the box.
Japan's 7-Eleven operates over 21,000 stores and is known for surprisingly premium food. Their instant ramen collaborations with famous restaurants are a Japanese exclusive, often selling out within days of release and becoming collector's items among noodle enthusiasts.
This noodle comes from Japan, a country with a rich and diverse noodle culture that has influenced instant ramen traditions around the world. Each region brings its own distinctive flavours, techniques, and ingredients to the bowl.
A carefully crafted broth that forms the foundation of this bowl. The seasoning builds layers of savoury depth, with each ingredient contributing to a balanced, satisfying soup. Good broth is what separates a forgettable bowl from one you think about the next day.
The noodles in this bowl are crafted to complement the broth style perfectly. The texture, thickness, and cooking time are all calibrated so that the noodles and soup work together as a complete experience rather than separate elements sharing the same bowl.
Shio (salt) ramen is the lightest and most delicate of Japan's ramen styles. The clear, pale broth lets the quality of the stock shine through without masking it with soy or miso. It is often considered the hardest style to perfect because there is nowhere to hide.
This is one of those noodles that consistently earns its spot in our lineup. It does not need a gimmick or a viral moment to sell, it just tastes great. The kind of bowl that people order once and then quietly keep reordering. Understated quality at its best.
Topping Suggestions
A few toppings that take this bowl from good to great. Most are already in your kitchen, and every one is optional.
Boiled Egg
A soft-boiled egg brings a creamy richness that complements the noodles perfectly, providing a luscious, slightly savory contrast.
Nori (Seaweed)
Nori adds a delightful umami and oceanic essence to instant noodles, giving them a subtle, briny flavor reminiscent of the sea.