Ryujiro Takata
Director
RAMEN JAPAN (2023)
Season 2
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
S2E1 - HIROSHIMA
Two local takes on ramen that kept Hiroshima fed during postwar reconstruction; flavors passed down for generations.
Jan. 31, 2024, midnight
S2E2 - CHIBA
Explore a surprising take on ramen loved by a fishing town. Let it warm you up when it's cold!
Feb. 28, 2024, midnight
S2E3 - AOMORI
Ramen packed with seafood goodness, loved in bitter cold northern Japan for over 100 years. Try a bowl for yourself!
March 20, 2024, midnight
S2E4 - KAMAISHI, IWATE
Ultra-thin noodles and amber broth: the story of a people who overcame disaster and their favorite bowl of ramen.
March 27, 2024, midnight
S2E5 - KAGOSHIMA
Embark on a flavorful journey through Kagoshima Prefecture's diverse ramen, a distinct evolution within Kyushu's tonkotsu realm!
April 29, 2024, midnight
S2E6 - KUMAMOTO
A bowl of resilience! The unique, garlic-powered tonkotsu ramen that reignited the spirit of Kumamoto post-quake!
May 6, 2024, midnight
S2E7 - WAKAYAMA
This time in Wakayama Prefecture, heartland of shoyu, we find a distinctive ramen culture pairing ramen and ... sushi?!
July 8, 2024, midnight
S2E8 - TOKUSHIMA
Tokushima ramen means tonkotsu! Topped with pork belly, and, of all things, raw egg—enjoy a one-of-a-kind bowl of ramen!
July 30, 2024, midnight
S2E9 - TOCHIGI
What makes these one-of-a-kind handmade noodles so unique?! Come to Sano for a taste you won't find anywhere else!
Sept. 24, 2024, midnight
S2E10 - TOKYO Part 1
Tokyo's original ramen, born during the postwar reconstruction. Try some for yourself on this ramen journey ... by train!
Sept. 24, 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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