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RAMEN JAPAN

RAMEN JAPAN

2023Returning Series4 Seasons28 Episodes10.0TMDB
NHK WORLD-JAPAN

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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Episode 1: TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 1

Aug 11, 2023 · 5m

A gourmet tour of ramen all around Japan. This time: the birthplace of tonkotsu, Fukuoka Prefecture. Looking at three different styles, we'll learn this ramen's secrets and the story of its creation.

Episode 3: HOKKAIDO Part 1

Nov 3, 2023 · 5m

A whirlwind tour of Hokkaido Prefecture's best ramen! Why not whet your appetite with the origin story of Sapporo miso ramen?

Episode 4: HOKKAIDO Part 2

Nov 3, 2023 · 5m

In Hakodate, ramen is salt or shio-style! Enjoy a delicious bowl of ramen that carries on the tradition.

Episode 5: HOKKAIDO Part 3

Nov 3, 2023 · 5m

Enjoy a hot helping of ramen in Asahikawa, the coldest town in Japan! College kids give their all to a summer of ramen.

Episode 6: Ramen of Fukushima

Nov 4, 2023 · 5m

A line-up for ramen in the morning?! Head to an area attracting visitors from around the country in search of ... ramen!

Episode 7: Yamagata Ramen

Nov 4, 2023 · 5m

In Yamagata, a city that eats more ramen than any other in Japan, uncover the mysteries behind the unusual local ramen!

Episode 8: Ramen of Niigata Part 1

Mar 21, 2024 · 5m

Niigata Prefecture is one of Japan's foremost ramen hotspots. Let's explore the diversity of the city's beloved ramen dishes.

Episode 9: Ramen of Niigata Part 2

Mar 22, 2024 · 5m

Niigata Prefecture's Sanjo City is considered the birthplace of curry ramen. A metalworking city, it also produces ramen utensils!

Episode 10: Hiroshima

Mar 24, 2024 · 5m

Two local takes on ramen that kept Hiroshima Prefecture fed during postwar reconstruction; flavors passed down for generations.

Episode 11: Chiba

Mar 26, 2024 · 5m

Explore a surprising take on ramen loved by a fishing town. Let it warm you up when it's cold!

Episode 12: Aomori

Mar 27, 2024 · 5m

Ramen packed with seafood goodness, loved in bitter cold northern Japan for over 100 years. Try a bowl for yourself!

Episode 13: Kamaishi, Iwate

Mar 31, 2024 · 5m

Ultra-thin noodles and amber broth: the story of a people who overcame disaster and their favorite bowl of ramen.

Episode 14: Kagoshima

Dec 23, 2024 · 5m

Embark on a flavorful journey through Kagoshima Prefecture's diverse ramen, a distinct evolution within Kyushu's tonkotsu realm!

Episode 15: Kumamoto

Dec 24, 2024 · 5m

A bowl of resilience! The unique, garlic-powered tonkotsu ramen.

Episode 16: Wakayama

Dec 25, 2024 · 5m

This time in Wakayama Prefecture, heartland of shoyu, we find a distinctive ramen culture pairing ramen and ... sushi?!

Episode 17: Tokushima

Dec 26, 2024 · 5m

Tokushima ramen means tonkotsu! Topped with pork belly, and, of all things, raw egg. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind bowl of ramen!

Episode 18: Tochigi

Dec 27, 2024 · 5m

What makes these one-of-a-kind handmade noodles so unique?! Come to Sano for a taste you won't find anywhere else!

Episode 19: Tokyo Part 1

Dec 30, 2024 · 5m

Tokyo's original ramen, born during the postwar reconstruction. Try some for yourself on this ramen journey ... by train!

Season 0 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did RAMEN JAPAN Season 0 premiere?

RAMEN JAPAN Season 0 premiered on August 11, 2023.

How many episodes are in RAMEN JAPAN Season 0?

RAMEN JAPAN Season 0 has 19 episodes.

What is the first episode of RAMEN JAPAN Season 0?

The season opens with Season 0 Episode 1, "TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 1". It aired on August 11, 2023.

Go to Season 0 Episode 1

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