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All Episodes of RAMEN 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...
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Season 1

  • TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 1
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    TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/21/2023

    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.

    Director: Daisuke Takamori

    Writer: N/A

  • TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 2
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    TONKOTSU RAMEN: FUKUOKA Part 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/28/2023

    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.

    Director: Daisuke Takamori

    Writer: N/A

  • HOKKAIDO Part 1
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    HOKKAIDO Part 1

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/16/2023

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

    Director: Ryujiro Takata

    Writer: N/A

  • HOKKAIDO Part 2
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    HOKKAIDO Part 2

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 8/23/2023

    Hakodate and Asahikawa ramen, enjoy a hot helping of both! College kids give their all to a summer of ramen.

    Director: Ryujiro Takata

    Writer: N/A

  • FUKUSHIMA
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    FUKUSHIMA

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 9/27/2023

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

    Director: Natsuki Noguchi

    Writer: N/A

  • YAMAGATA
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    YAMAGATA

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 10/4/2023

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

    Director: Natsuki Noguchi

    Writer: N/A

  • NIIGATA Part 1
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    NIIGATA Part 1

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/29/2023

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

    Director: Ryujiro Takata

    Writer: N/A

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    NIIGATA Part 2

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 12/6/2023

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

    Director: Ryujiro Takata

    Writer: N/A