
How did ramen redefine Japanese culture?
4.4 (23)
28 mins
Explore ramen’s ancient roots and its reinvention during Japan’s modernization and postwar recovery. Discover how internet buzz, fashion, and youth culture transformed ramen shops into spaces of identity and pride.
Ep 1:
How Did Instant Ramen Become a Global Staple?
Ep 2:
What Sparked the Ramen Revival in the Late ’90s?
Ep 3:
The Rise of Instant Gourmet Ramen
Ep 4:
How Did Ramen Become a Trendy Food in the US?
Ep 5:
Is Instant Ramen Affecting the Life Expectancy in Japan?
Ep 6:
Was Ramen First Eaten in Japan by a Tokugawa Lord?
Ep 7:
How Did Ramen Go From Chinese Street Food to a Japanese Icon?
Lonny
Level 5 · 9 mo agoMito Kōmon was the original ramen influencer! 🍜😂
Kimberly
Level 5 · 8 mo agoAndo really lived to 96 eating instant ramen! 😳
Remy
Level 10 · 7 mo agoHearing Ando ate instant ramen daily until 96 is the validation I needed lol. I grab a cup all the time during double features at the theatre so I’m definitely taking that as a win!