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Miso Ramen Origins
Miso Ramen! This ramen style has achieved massive popularity well beyond Japan's borders. But how and where did miso ramen get its start?
Mar 6, 2022


Tonkotsu Ramen Origins
Today, Tonkotsu Ramen is loved by people the world over. But what's the story behind pork bone ramen? For one, it actually might have started out as an accident! Tonkotsu Ramen - A Global Superstar Thanks to global brands like Ippudo and Ichiran , tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen has taken the world by storm. This rich ramen style is not from Tokyo though. Hakata Style at Kokumaro in Tokyo In fact, it wasn't even until the 1980s and 90s that really Tokyoites started to eat it. Ip
Dec 27, 2021


Instant Ramen History and How It Changed the World
It's insane how far instant ramen has come. Around the world, there's 100 million servings of instant ramen EVERY YEAR.
Mar 3, 2021


Tantanmen: The Spicy Roots of this Popular Ramen Dish
Tantanmen, or dan dan mian, is a crowd-pleaser. There's no ramen dish like it, as it's intricate blend of both savory and spicy.
Nov 8, 2019


Hiyashi Chuka: Cold Ramen Perfect for Summer
Hiyashi chuka is the ideal ramen companion on brutally hot days. This delicious and refreshing ramen dish means "chilled Chinese" and is ser
Sep 8, 2019


The Story Behind Tsukemen (Dipping Noodles)
Literally meaning "dipping noodles", tsukemen if an offshoot of ramen and boasts legions of die-hard fans.
Mar 2, 2019
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