I was expecting the place to be crowded since it only started operations 2 days ago. Hokkaido Marche doesn't have a really large seating capacity. The area is brightly lit and looks so welcoming. It is free seating and works just like a food court, but with only Japanese cuisine. You will also be issued a buzzer upon ordering for self collection.

Tried the Karakuchi Miso Ramen aka spicy miso ramen ($14) topped with Ajitama aka seasoned egg ($1.50). The egg was disappointing cos the seasoning tasted a little sour and the yolk was pretty cooked - not what I was expecting. The spicy miso ramen wasn't spicy to me, but could be for those who don't/can't take spicy well. The miso though rich, didn't make the soup too salty like many other ramen shops. What's different is also the pieces of pork chunks instead of the usual slices of pork cha siu. The pork was seasoned really well. Try chewing on the pork chunks on its own and you would taste the essence in it.

Other ingredients in each bowl: black fungus, seaweed, bean sprouts, carrot, bamboo shoots, spring onions, leek.

Note: Hokkaido Marche only accepts cash, and there is no GST or service charge.