Kanto specialty ramen flavour Pringles hitting Japan’s vending machines
Japan is the undisputed home of eccentric snack variations. But sometimes, like in the case of these ramen-flavoured Pringles, the strange snack combinations just make…
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This limited edition Hamburger Tantanmen is tantalizingly delicious
From crispy Kakigori, to creamy Chocolate, and even crunchy crickets, noodles in Japan have been fused with almost every imaginable dish. And yet, once again…
A stranger’s kindness saves a mother’s day in this sentimental manga
It’s painful to watch: a frazzled single parent managing an upset or out-of-control toddler. I can picture the countless times I’ve been shopping only to…
Noodle lovers can now stay in ramen shop hotel rooms in Japan with free ramen goodies
Without even touching on love hotels (and the many themed-rooms found within them), Japan certainly offers a lot of lodging experiences with very specific themes….
Japanese artist solves foggy glasses mask problem with brilliant Ramen Mask
Given the need to prioritize health and safety in recent times, many (hopefully) people are wearing masks. Those that have used masks for a while…
Is Japan’s shaved ice miso ramen the kakigori crossover summer treat we’ve always needed?
Japan’s swelteringly humid summers can be a challenge, even for those who have lived in the country their whole life. But there is one upside…
Super realistic Nissin Cup Noodle Model definitely needs more than 3 minutes
Nissin Cup Noodle is often the subject of some creative promotional campaigns, including Final Fantasy-inspired Ultima Weapon sporks and commercials that transform the cast of…
A Homemade Ramen Odyssey
(Will Fee, for JAPAN Forward) I had my first taste of Japan in 2011 when I moved to Fukuoka, Kyushu, to work as an eikaiwa…
Slurp the second impact with Neon Genesis Evangelion cup ramen
While the originally scheduled July release of the latest Neon Genesis Evangelion film, Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time, is currently on hold due to…
100 crickets per bowl: Enjoy insect-filled ramen at home thanks to Japan’s bug-eating advocates Antcicada
With all the extra time at home we’re enjoying at the moment, many want to use this chance to make a positive change in their…
Smiling egg in a bowl of ramen sets 311,000 Twitter users laughing
“I got a Line message from my father…” So began a Twitter post from はるかごんё (Harukagonё) (@harukagon514), whose dad had just sent her these pictures…
Iconic Japanese “moving ramen” display is now a capsule toy which actually moves
If you’ve been to Japan before, chances are you’ve seen a “moving ramen” display in front of a ramen shop. Ever popular among foreign tourists,…
Japanese noodle towels are the perfect ramen slurping splash damage protection
Japanese online retailer Felissimo already had one hilarious but incredibly niche towel design under their belt–shiba inu peeking their heads through holes in the wall–but…
Japan Gourmet guide: Top List of the best vegan restaurants in Japan
If you are searching for a plant-based vegan or vegetarian meal, Tokyo has probably the widest range of options you can choose from, but recently…
Hokkaido Gourmet Guide: Top Recommended Ramen Shops in Sapporo
When I think of Hokkaido, the first things that come to my mind are fresh air, beautiful places for sightseeing and a gourmet paradise! In…