Popular Kyoto ramen chain serves up extra thick ramen so rich it’s only available 5 times a day
Tenkaippin (often called Ten-ichi for short) is a popular ramen chain in Japan that has come to be known for their especially rich and thick…
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Japanese maker develops instant chilled ramen that remains cold even after microwaved
During the hot and humid Japanese summer, even the biggest ramen fan may find the idea of making their way into a crowded restaurant for…
Ramen claiming to be “the spiciest in the world” is now officially available in Japan
Hokkaido-based Japanese company Planplus Co., Ltd. has officially started selling the Korean ramen 염라대왕라면 Yŏm-ra Daewang ramyeon, which they claim is “the spiciest in the…
Trying Tadokoro Shōten’s winter-only Konayuki Ramen! [Japanese Seasonal Gourmet Guide]
Ramen is one of the most popular dishes in Japan, and most probably, many of you have tried it at least once. To be honest,…
Nissin celebrates “nice bath day” in Japan with the idea of a Cup Noodle bath
Nissin has definitely been no stranger to making some very creative ad campaigns for its popular Cup Noodle. Just as part of their celebration of…
Clever Cup Noodle humidifiers are the best way for ramen lover’s to take care of their room
Nissin’s 50th anniversary of its flagship Cup Noodle instant ramen has yielded some very creative releases to celebrate with, including stylish pouches modeled after Cup…
Japanese maker releases instant noodles made for cat lovers
Japanese instant noodle maker Ogasawara Seifun’s Kirimaru Ramen was originally released in 1965, but briefly discontinued in 1998. It was brought back quickly due to…
Popular Kyoto ramen chain and Le Coq Sportif team up for noodle-inspired sneakers
Affectionately called Ten-ichi for short, Tenkaippin is one of Japan’s most popular ramen chains, and their signature particularly rich and thick “kotteri” soup made from…
Drinkable Ippudo tonkotsu pork ramen broth released in Japanese vending machines
JR East Cross Station Water Business Company’s Acure made brand digital vending machines can go a bit beyond providing a simple beverage, offering subscription services…
‘Sake meets Ramen’ liquor jar from 348 year old brewery boosts beverage industry
Are you a ramen fan? Do you like sake? If you are, then chances are you know how well the two pair together – there’s…
Noodle fans charmed by clever way Japanese ramen shop designates its restrooms
It’s not an uncommon thing for restaurants to use clever pictography or themed-phrasing to designated their “Men’s” and “Women’s” restrooms. Japanese Twitter user Katsumi Nobuto…
Nissin releases super combination series of Cup Noodle that fuses popular flavors together
Nissin has been celebrating the 50th anniversary of their marquee Cup Noodle in Japan in many ways, including new eco-friendly packaging that hides cute cats…
Vending machine has frozen versions of Japanese ramen featured in the Michelin Guide
Japan isn’t shy when it comes to stretching the limits of what you can buy in vending machines. From the convenient (vending machines dispensing masks…
Dive into a bowl of Asahikawa ramen from the slopes of Mt. Asahidake this autumn
Yes, we’re right in the middle of summer, but sightseeing planning for taking in the best views of the upcoming Autumn foliage should start now!…
Baby Star Ramen Chicken noodle ice cream bars now available in Japan
The mixing of savory and sweet food is by no means a jarring concept, but even seasoned foodies might take a step back when the…