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Ippudo Set to Make a Splash in France

Highly reputable ramen chain Ippudo has been serving up ramen in the U.S., China and Australia, and now sets its hungry eyes on France.

Japan’s Top 5 Ramen Streets

Ramen streets have become hotbeds for talented chefs and aspiring cooks looking to perfect their recipes.

Tokaiya in Otaru, Hokkaido

The miso, served with a healthy topping of sizzling garlic pork, was pretty good. It won't be winning any awards, but for random, middle-of-nowhere ramen it hit the spot.

10 Properly Hot-hot Tokyo Ramen Shops

Spicy ramen is a standard cold-weather craving, with one bite enough to get the sweat going.

A Muslim-Friendly Autumn Trip around Tokyo

For Muslim travelers, we know it's tough to find halal food when you’re on the road. Not to worry: here some tips on Muslim-friendly trip for you to enjoy Tokyo's autumn view at ease!

Top Sites for Noodle News

There are plenty of sites out there with a nose for noodles.

Has Burger King Gone Bananas?

Burger King is fired up and ready to take on MacDonald's Big Mac in a saucy way.

Halal Friendly Bento in Japan

Ever think of eating bento in Japan, but had trouble finding one that's halal? Wherever you are, we've got you covered!

Eating in Japan

How many meals can you have in 16 days?

A J-Punk/Metal Ode to Noodles

CANTOY penned the track Tenkaippin to describe the life-affirming qualities of the band's favorite noodle chain.

Sip Around Shibuya at these 4 Fun Cafés

With its vast number of pubs, bars and nightclubs, it may be easy to bypass some of the excellent cafés to be found in Shibuya.

Two-Star French Chef Uses Japanese Ingredients

At Cuisine[s] Michel Troisgros in Shinjuku, executive chef Guillaume Bracaval is passionate about the quality of everything in his kitchen.

Michelin Mania: 8 Hot Minowa Ramen Shops

When ramen shop Toy Box was picked up in the 2015 Tokyo Michelin Guide, it put a magnifying glass on the triangle between Minowa, Minami-Senju and Machiya Stations in northeastern Tokyo.

Kyoto’s Top 5 ‘Machiya’ Cafés

Some of Kyoto's most stylish cafés can be found in repurposed traditional houses.

Japan's 4 Scariest Themed Restaurants

While Halloween may be the perfect time to visit, these four frightening themed restaurants are ready to meet your horror needs all year around.

Ramen Adventures’ Best of the Best

Instead of a Top Ten Ramen in Tokyo, Ramen Adventures goes with a Top Three-ish in eight different categories.

5 Tokyo Cafés That Give You an Instant Getaway

Stuck in the city? These transporting cafés will make you feel like you’ve left it all behind!

A Taste of American Sushi in Okinawa

Sushi Bar Yoshihachi’s proprietor got his start making sushi back in the U.S., and rumor has it he just might be the inventor of the California roll.

Why is this Shop So Popular Among Foreigners?

What's Ramen Bayashi’s secret? Why do so many foreigners eat there?

11 Hot Cafés & Lunch Spots in Namba

Where can you catch a casual yet tasty bite in Osaka's prime entertainment district? Read on!

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