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RAMEN JAPAN

10.0 / 10

2023

4 seasons

32 episodes

Documentary

Ramen is a savory combination of umami-packed broth and perfectly cooked noodles. This program offers an encyclopedic view of this delectable dish, taking you on a journey across Japan to discover ever-evolving local variations. Join us as we explore a tapestry of local customs and food culture through the lens of ramen.

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Cast

Ian Moore

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Seasons

1.TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 1
21-06-202315m
A gourmet tour of ramen all around Japan. This time: the birthplace of tonkotsu, Fukuoka Prefecture. Looking at the Hakata and Nagahama styles, we'll learn these ramens' secrets, a...
2.TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 2
28-06-202315m
In the birthplace of tonkotsu ramen, we visit a long-standing shop specializing in the Kurume style. Learn the surprising story of this cloudy pork-bone broth ramen from those who...
3.HOKKAIDO Part 1
16-08-202315m
A whirlwind tour of Hokkaido Prefecture's best ramen! Why not whet your appetite with the origin story of Sapporo miso ramen?
4.HOKKAIDO Part 2
23-08-202315m
Hakodate and Asahikawa ramen, enjoy a hot helping of both! College kids give their all to a summer of ramen.
5.FUKUSHIMA
27-09-202315m
A line-up for ramen in the morning?! Head to an area attracting visitors from around the country in search of ... ramen!
6.YAMAGATA
04-10-202315m
In Yamagata, a city that eats more ramen than any other in Japan, uncover the mysteries behind the unusual local ramen!
7.NIIGATA Part 1
29-11-202315m
Niigata Prefecture is one of Japan's foremost ramen hotspots. Let's explore the diversity of the city's beloved ramen dishes.
8.NIIGATA Part 2
06-12-202315m
Niigata Prefecture's Sanjo City is considered the birthplace of curry ramen. A metalworking city, it also produces ramen utensils!