It’s not just Ichiran and Ippudo – there are more places around the world that serve the Japanese standard of Ramen! Today we’re introducing 6!
Ramen has become a recent hit with foreigners. That’s why today we’ll be introducing places outside of Japan where you can enjoy a nice bowl of ramen. This article is dedicated to ramen fans who cannot taste Japanese ramen in Japan.
Ichiran Ramen
The noodles are made using special wheat flour and a unique blend. The noodle makers have a hefty amount of experience, using the ultimate method to create a splendid experience for the customers with each mouthful. After extensive research by specialists, a secret technique was devised to enhance the flavour of the tonkostu broth. The main idea was formed by using chili peppers as a base and mixing this with 30 different ingredients. The broth is left to mature day and night. Ichiran is available in America, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
More information: http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/42485
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Ichiran official website: https://ichiran.com
Japanese Soba Noodles Tsuta
According to Michelin Guide Tokyo 2016, this is the first ramen shop in the world to receive a Michelin star. The owner Onishi Yuki uses simple and original ingredients and an original preparation method to make this much-adored ramen. The store has taken a step forward and opened its first chain at Pacific Plaza in Singapore!
Find out more information here: http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/19901
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Ippudo
Ippudo serves up Hakata ramen, which originates from Fukuoka. Anyone can easily finish off these servings, and the restaurant is stylish and clean. The characteristic and filling tonkotsu broth, and the rich, deep flavour of the soup is a result of extensive research. There are branches in America, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, England and France.
More information:
http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/45999
http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/7130
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Ippudo official website：http://www.ippudo.com
Ajisen Ramen
The special feature of this Kumamoto ramen is the brown tare sauce called senmiyu that accompanies the Kumamoto tonkotsu ramen. This adds a deep flavour to the white soup broth. Garlic, which is an essential feature of Kumamoto ramen, is a prominent flavour. There are Ajisen Ramen shops in China and Taiwan. It is a particularly big hit in China.
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Ajisen Ramen official site：http://www.aji1000.co.jp
Santouka
This ramen originated in Asahikawa, Hokkaido. At all chains within Japan and in foreign countries, the soup is made from scratch starting from stage one. Ingredients are specially selected and prepared, producing a flavour that is satisfying despite the reduced usage of salt. The Shio-ramen is presented to represent a slim woman with rosy red tinted skin. The restaurant boasts the cloudy tonkotsu soup, which customers drink up to the very last drop. There are chains in Canada, America, Taiwan, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore.
Ramen Nagi
This ramen is known nationwide for its rich and unique soup blend that is made up of over 20 varieties of niboshi dried sardines. The fisherman who caught the sardines explained how to prepare the iwashi extract. Many varieties of flavourings are combined. The shop boasts the irresistible spicy flavour produced by maturing the ramen broth for a few days. There are Ramen Nagi chains in Taiwan, the Philippines, Hong Kong and China.
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Ramen Nagi official website：http://www.n-nagi.com
Hakata Choten
Hakata Choten originated from Fukuoka and Kumamoto and eventually opened a shop in France. According to ratings on the popular rating blog (https://cecj2.com/ ) and many other sources, this is the best place for both Gyoza and ramen and holds the throne as the no.1 ramen shop. This is the first ramen shop to ever be opened in Paris, serving customers with 1.3 times the amount of thin ramen noodles as the Japanese shop. The ramen broth is prepared by boiling it for over 24 hours. This produces a strong tasting tonkotsu ramen broth. This is authentic Hakata ramen.
The intense flavour of the tonkotsu broth is perfect for the authentic Hakata ramen. Customers can choose the hardness of their noodles (soft, al dente or a bit harder), and the soup flavour (mild, normal or intense) . This customer service reflects authentic Japanese service, allowing Parisians to enjoy the humble service of a Japanese shop.
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So, how about it? Next time you’re looking to enjoy the flavours of Japan in your own country, or whether you’re somewhere else in the world, try out these places!
Translator: Samantha Fernandes
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Guests can also enjoy Chicken Yuzu Shio Ramen, Tokyo Shoyu Ramen, Kyushu Tonkotsu Ramen, and Sapporo Spicy Miso Ramen. Each order only takes 90 seconds to prepare, so if you’re rushing to chow down before your flight, this is the way to go! *Yo-Kai Express is a start-up company headquartered in Silicon Valley developing ramen vending machines. The company’s name comes from the word yokai (monsters) and reflects the brand’s desire to entertain people whenever and wherever they are. Information
Yo-Kai Express x Ippudo Collaboration Menu
Location: Haneda Airport Terminal 2, 1F – Gourmet 24 Vending Machine Restaurant
Menu:
Ippudo Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen: ¥980 (Tax Included)
Ippudo Plant-Based Tonkotsu-style Ramen: ¥980 (Tax Included)
Chicken Yuzu Shio / Tokyo Shoyu / Kyushu Tonkotsu /
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Menu
Vegan Ramen Flower (Cool): ¥1,980 (Tax Incl.)
Vegan Ramen Tea: ¥1,650 (Tax Incl.)
Vegan Ramen Soy Sauce: ¥1,320 (Tax Incl.)
Vegan Ramen Miso (Spicy): ¥1,320 (Tax Incl.)
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Vegan Ramen UZU Tokyo
Opening Date: October 8 2021
Location: teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM
teamLab Planets: https://teamlabplanets.dmm.com/
Official Site: https://vegan-uzu.com/
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Gion's Tatsumi Bridge, a picturesque area plucked straight from a painting. From there, continue south and into the backstreets, you'll find the popular Kyoto Ramen store, Ramen Muraji.The bridge takes you over the Shirakawa River which flows into Lake Biwa, with the connecting street spanning a distance of only 180m, with paths the width of three adults. Once you head into the alley, the scenery will completely change. The asphalt becomes cobblestone, surrounded by Kyoto-style lattice windows. Here you'll find Ramen Muraji, located in a renovated 100 year old Kyoto-style building, perfectly blending into its surroundings. At first glance you wouldn't believe it to be hiding a ramen shop, with many people calling their discovery of the shop a once-in-a-lifetime encounter as they wander the streets of Gion.The back alleys of Gion retain the history of Kyoto, with hidden shops shrouded by curtains, gently glowing lanterns, and carefully handwritten signboards. Each spot has been crafted to become a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with those who visit.
Ramen Muraji was built in the alley
Tatsumi Bridge, an area famous for retaining the distinctive Gion look.
Muraji's Speciality White Chicken Ramen
Gion has been popular with Kyoto tourists for years, surrounded by attractive buildings and cityscapes. Located here is the Yasaka Shrine, a world heritage site which hosts the annual Gion Summer Festival. While the locals rarely explore the area, Gion is full of traditional beauty that has inspired many novels, maintaining the culture and history that has been passed down for generations. Why not relive the splendor of Gion at Ramen Muraji, a shop that was born 、With its long history and culture that weaves towns, humans, and spirits together, why not relive the splendor of Gion with a historical cup of Muraji ramen? Ramen Muraji is a space where anybody can enjoy ramen, surrounded by Kyoto-style interior decor and Japanese-style decorations. Their chicken ramen, boiled in a plain water soup, boasts a selection of carefully selected ingredients that condenses the taste of Kyoto's unique food culture. Kyoto Sake matched to the flavor of the ramen is also available. Enjoy the charms of Kyoto's food for yourself at Ramen Muraji.Information
Ramen Muraji Gion Store
Address: 373-3, Kitomoto-cho, Higashiyama, Kyoto City, Kyoto
TEL: 075-744-1144
※Covid-19 Opening Hours: Daily, 11:30 ~ 20:00 (L.O 19:45)
Business Hours:
Lunch: 11:30 ~ 15:00
Dinner: 17:00 ~ 22:00
Weekend, holidays: 11:30 ~ 22:00
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As a company aiming to bring a new kind of happiness to many people, Ramen Kourakuen have announced their new slogan: All New Happy! In order to spread the message even further, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu has been appointed as Kourakuen's new CKO - Chief Korekara (Future) Officer. Their new goal is to work towards each step of the New Happy 5 Plan in order to spread cheer across Japan.Plus, a new Kourakuen commercial featuring Kyary Pamyu Pamyu will be released nationwide.
The special commercial will be promoting the new student discount set, where students will be able to enjoy ramen meals for ¥550 on weekdays, plus the mobile order service which allows customers to order their ramen in advance, meaning it'll be ready when you arrive.The students and workers shown in the commercial are so satisfied that their face morphs into Kyary Pamyu Pamyu's as she dons the Kourakuen logo on her cheek. Make sure to check out Kyary's China themed hair and costume! -
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Japanese ramen restaurant chain Tenkaippin. To celebrate, they have joined hands with men's apparel brand MONO-MART to release a collection of ramen-inspired t-shirts in collaboration with Japanese illustrator Isogai Hitohisa. The limited-edition collection dropped on ZOZOTOWN on June 10.
Tenkaippin | Comment
"Thanks to all of our customers, Tenkaippin turns 50-years-old this year. It's a turning point for us, and so we've decided to develop products in collaboration with an apparel brand for the first time. We hope it helps to spread word of the Tenkaippin name amongst the youth. Designs include photos of when we first opened, illustrations drawn for us, and more. Please enjoy Tenkaippin through these super rare tees!"Each t-shirt in this collection is branded with Tenkaippin's logo along with their 'KOTTERI' logo. There's another with a photo of the brand's legendary founder Tsutomu Kimura, another with the encouraging message 'Righht effort,' and more. Other designs include illustrations by Isogai Hitohisa on the back, various photos, and so on. Information
Tenkaippin x MONO-MART
Released: June 10, 2021
Buy Here: https://zozo.jp/search/?p_tpcsid=1445757
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Kamo Dashi Chuka Soba ROKU is a new ramen restaurant set to open at GOOD NATURE STATION, a shopping facility in Kyoto, on December 12, 2020. The restaurant is produced by Yuki Iwasaki, a chef at VELROSIER which acquired its first Michelin Star in Michelin Guide 2021 Kyoto, Osaka & Okayama. It will serve ramen in a variety of duck-flavoured dashi broths made with duck from Kyoto and France.
Duck Sei Tanmen | ¥1,000
ROKU will initially offer three types of ramen dishes which includes the two pictured above as well as a special served each season. The Duck Sei Tanmen uses a broth made from a blend of duck meats and has a distinctly refreshing yet rich taste. The Duck Shiro Tanmen uses the same broth but adds chicken to the base together with mayu burnt garlic oil. The restaurant also makes its own thick noodles to enjoy with the soup. No tare sauce is used, allowing for customers to enjoy the umami flavour of the dashi and the various ingredients added. The ramen bowls used are original wares created by TOKINOHA, a Japanese crockery brand specialising in traditional Kiyomizu ware which are perfect for enjoying your ramen.Duck Shiro Tanmen | ¥1,000 Information
Kamo Dashi Chuka Soba ROKU (Japanese Name: 鴨出汁中華そば ROKU)
Grand Opening: December 12, 2020
Address: GOOD NATURE STATION Floor 2F, 318-6 Inaricho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto
Opening Hours: 11:30-20:00
No Fixed Holidays
Official Website: https://goodnaturestation.com