Ryujiro Takata
Director
RAMEN JAPAN (2023)
Season 3
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
S3E1 - OKINAWA Part 1
Okinawa Soba! The oldest version still made today, tells the story behind the creation of this southern island classic.
Jan. 22, 2025, midnight
S3E2 - OKINAWA Part 2
Okinawa Soba, the treasure of a lonely island. The pride of Okinawa Prefecture; taste the new wave of this south-sea original!
Jan. 29, 2025, midnight
S3E3 - TAKAYAMA, GIFU
Enjoy a bowl of ramen to greet the New Year in the snowy mountains of Hida Takayama!
March 20, 2025, midnight
S3E4 - TOYAMA
All black soup! A one-of-a-kind bowl of ramen from the fertile rice lands of Toyama.
March 25, 2025, midnight
S3E5 - TOKYO Part 2
Enjoy local ramen born in the big city! Don't miss the ramen stall that's trending worldwide on social media!
July 6, 2025, midnight
S3E6 - Hyogo
Enjoy ramen loved in the port city of Kobe! A soy sauce base... but sweet!? Discover this surprising bowl!
July 13, 2025, midnight
S3E7 - Nagasaki
Savor Nagasaki's long-loved noodle dish "Champon"! This bowl had a surprising impact on ramen's history.
Sept. 21, 2025, midnight
S3E8 - Miyazaki
Miyazaki Prefecture is known for its spirits. The spicy local ramen is the perfect pairing for a night on the town!
Sept. 28, 2025, midnight
S3E9 - Kyoto
Kyoto's ramen is rich and hearty! Step into a ramen paradise bursting with vibrant, diverse flavors.
Nov. 30, 2025, midnight
S3E10 - Route 8
Great ramen is found along Route 8! Enjoy Hokuriku's local ramen, born and raised with the rise of Japan's car culture!
Dec. 7, 2025, 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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