Ryujiro Takata
Director
RAMEN JAPAN (2023)
Specials
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.
Released June 21, 2023
Episode 15 min
None+
Genres: Documentary
Keywords: tmdb.ramen, tmdb.japanese-cuisine, imdb.ramen, imdb.ramen-noodles, imdb.japanese-cuisine, tmdb.food-history, tmdb.local-food + 2 more, tmdb.food-culture, tmdb.comfort-food
Production Companies: NHK, NHK Global Media Services
Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
S0E1 - TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 1
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.
Aug. 11, 2023, midnight
S0E2 - TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 2
A fantastic tale of love for local flavor, set in Kurume, the birthplace of tonkotsu ramen.
Aug. 14, 2023, midnight
S0E3 - HOKKAIDO Part 1
A whirlwind tour of Hokkaido Prefecture's best ramen! Why not whet your appetite with the origin story of Sapporo miso ramen?
Nov. 3, 2023, midnight
S0E4 - HOKKAIDO Part 2
In Hakodate, ramen is salt or shio-style! Enjoy a delicious bowl of ramen that carries on the tradition.
Nov. 3, 2023, midnight
S0E5 - HOKKAIDO Part 3
Enjoy a hot helping of ramen in Asahikawa, the coldest town in Japan! College kids give their all to a summer of ramen.
Nov. 3, 2023, midnight
S0E6 - Ramen of Fukushima
A line-up for ramen in the morning?! Head to an area attracting visitors from around the country in search of ... ramen!
Nov. 4, 2023, midnight
S0E7 - Yamagata Ramen
In Yamagata, a city that eats more ramen than any other in Japan, uncover the mysteries behind the unusual local ramen!
Nov. 4, 2023, midnight
S0E8 - Ramen of Niigata Part 1
Niigata Prefecture is one of Japan's foremost ramen hotspots. Let's explore the diversity of the city's beloved ramen dishes.
March 21, 2024, midnight
S0E9 - Ramen of Niigata Part 2
Niigata Prefecture's Sanjo City is considered the birthplace of curry ramen. A metalworking city, it also produces ramen utensils!
March 22, 2024, midnight
S0E10 - Hiroshima
Two local takes on ramen that kept Hiroshima Prefecture fed during postwar reconstruction; flavors passed down for generations.
March 24, 2024, midnight
S0E11 - Chiba
Explore a surprising take on ramen loved by a fishing town. Let it warm you up when it's cold!
March 26, 2024, midnight
S0E12 - Aomori
Ramen packed with seafood goodness, loved in bitter cold northern Japan for over 100 years. Try a bowl for yourself!
March 27, 2024, midnight
S0E13 - Kamaishi, Iwate
Ultra-thin noodles and amber broth: the story of a people who overcame disaster and their favorite bowl of ramen.
March 31, 2024, midnight
Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Episode Runtime: 15 min.
Season Runtime: 405 min.
Released: June 21, 2023
Last Air Date: Dec. 7, 2025, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: NR
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