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RAMEN JAPAN

RAMEN JAPAN

NR2023•15m•10.0/10
Documentary

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10.0/10(1)

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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Production

NHK, NHK Global Media Services

Language

EN

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

June 21, 2023

Last Aired

December 7, 2025

Networks

NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 1
E1
TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 1
Air date: 2023-06-21
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, and the story of its creation.
TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 2
E2
TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 2
Air date: 2023-06-28
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 love it best.
HOKKAIDO Part 1
E3
HOKKAIDO Part 1
Air date: 2023-08-16
A whirlwind tour of Hokkaido Prefecture's best ramen! Why not whet your appetite with the origin story of Sapporo miso ramen?
HOKKAIDO Part 2
E4
HOKKAIDO Part 2
Air date: 2023-08-23
Hakodate and Asahikawa ramen, enjoy a hot helping of both! College kids give their all to a summer of ramen.
FUKUSHIMA
E5
FUKUSHIMA
Air date: 2023-09-27
A line-up for ramen in the morning?! Head to an area attracting visitors from around the country in search of ... ramen!
YAMAGATA
E6
YAMAGATA
Air date: 2023-10-04
In Yamagata, a city that eats more ramen than any other in Japan, uncover the mysteries behind the unusual local ramen!
NIIGATA Part 1
E7
NIIGATA Part 1
Air date: 2023-11-29
Niigata Prefecture is one of Japan's foremost ramen hotspots. Let's explore the diversity of the city's beloved ramen dishes.
NIIGATA Part 2
E8
NIIGATA Part 2
Air date: 2023-12-06
Niigata Prefecture's Sanjo City is considered the birthplace of curry ramen. A metalworking city, it also produces ramen utensils!

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