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RAMEN JAPAN

FOOD 2023 15 min Episode(s): 12 english English
Ramen. A food people are taken with worldwide. A bowl bursting with umami-packed broth working in harmony with delicious noodles. Originating from China, a dish that evolved into a completely original Japanese soul food, with a wide variety of flavors across the many regions of Japan. Whether the soup base is soy sauce, miso, salt, or pork bone, ramen is continuing to evolve. In this program, we take a look across Japan, going on a journey to explore different regions and meeting the people who live in them. While supporting those who make ramen, looking at those who devote themselves to finding the perfect recipe, and painting a picture of those who love it, this program provides an encyclopedic view of ramen in Japan!
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