As a Japanese, I want to say Ichiran is the McDonal's of ramen shops... So many foreigners overly appreciate it but it's strange for us I don't mean to criticize that, but I wonder that it is satisfying to buy high price air plane ticket and pay a lot for hotel just for eating McDonald's...
Imagine you leaving Japan tmw for good & never come back. Then you will realized the advantages you took for granted. As a Japanese yourself you should know better to be humble for what you have around you regardless cheap or good.
I'm not sure why but the environment alone feels quite peaceful and calm to me. Sitting by yourself in a ramen shop, enjoying the food without any interruptions while the calm music from the shop plays in the background. Thanks for this content.
They don't have to see you, you don't have to see them. As an introvert, this is my kind of place. EDIT: People, all I'm saying is I prefer to spend my free time alone than out with friends, please stop trying to diagnose me.
@@agent92o38 Japanese citizens look out for each other. None of that selfish, entitled, antimask American bullshit. Masks are a norm in Asia, even before covid.
Well... please be aware that not ’everything’ is translated. Really ever... In the bigger cities you can find some shops who also happen to have English menus. Buuuut: There are many other who haven’t. Or don’t want to and don’t want you ’Gayjin’ in their restaurants/ shops. And many that would like to help but can’t other then just smiling shyly over that awkward situation that a foreigner comes to japan with the illusion it will be totally easy without any understanding of the language. Don’t want to be rude here. But don’t want you to have and make bad experiences (and all in between) due to illusionary concepts/ ideas of how such a thing could work out 😅 the language with its grammar and also the mannerisms.. the culture is really different from what someone might has learned out of ‘animes’ and stuff. Salut and have a Great day
You will be just fine in cities like Tokyo or Osaka. My wife and I were there for 10 days without knowing any Japanese. Taking subway to places is also extremely easy since Google map literally tells you which entrance which terminal which stop etc. No one sees you as gaijin as long as you are polite and say konijiwa.
Not everything does, I’ve seen lots of people try to speak english to some Japanese people that literally don’t know, and they literally just speak slower like that would make a change, never do this unless you have a method of translating, it’s fine in big cities with some restaurants with translation, or you have a translator, usually tourists are rude, so never ever do this.
I've lived in Japan for 17 years. I've been to the Ichiran main shop in Tenjin, Fukuoka 3 times. It's an interesting atmosphere, and the ramen is quite good...but, it is by no means the best ramen in the world. It is not even the best tonkotsu ramen in Tenjin, Fukuoka. That said, the experience is definitely fun.
@@narayani1505 Because in the original Tenjin location, you have your own private booth and hand your food tickets to someone under a curtain. It is all quite mysterious and interesting.
@@Distefano225 what does it have to do with ichiran's ramen not being the best tonkotsu ramen? I thought you'll tell about places which have better tasting ramen.
@@narayani1505 nobody from Fukuoka (the origin of this kinda ramen,Tonkotsu) say ichiran is the best. Here is the place you can have fun and unique experience. Not the place people talk or care about tastes. If you want better quality, try private ramen shop. Quite common in anywhere:)
I dont know how I feel about going to japan..... I wouldnt be able to walk down the block without eating everything in every restaurant along the way...... Their food is a drugs! Delicious..... simply delicious
I've yet to come across any Japanese eatery (regardless of type or price) that was messy and dirty. I definitely cannot say the same for most other countries.
Wish I could go there. Everything about it looked positively delectable, the sliced pork, the noodles, the color of the broth, everything. Distance is cruel.
Make your own, seriously you can do it, just follow the step by step guide online, and even if it's not the best at first just practice and adapt. Life is short, so make the most of it. DO IT!
wish we had this same service in the states! USA waiters will do the least possible & expect all this money coming to them. Do not think for a moment that not giving a tip is fair restaurant negotiation .
After watching tons of japaneese videos iv come to the conclusion i would very much like to live there permanently. The respect and manners is second to none. Only thing that puts me off is the faultlines underneath japan. I just love how different the people are, their truly unique.
They are talking bullshit. I've been to JP many times. I know ppl who work there. They love it, even marry local and have mixed kids. Racism is not in the majority of people's minds.
Adbi Ali All non-Japanese are called gaijin (barbarian). That says more about the time period when that label was attached than it does about modern Japan. From the other videos I've watched people tend to be polite, and foreigners who come to Japan to work do not seem to have problems making friends due to racism. That said, I wouldn't want to work there. The workplace appears to be fairly resistant to change, which is a problem. There also appears to be a lot of wasted time due to required work parties and feeling the need to work long hours, even if there isn't enough work to do. The avoidance of conflict also means it is difficult/impossible to correct someone in a position of authority when they are incorrect about something. There is some evidence all this is changing with the current crop of younger workers, who are not interested in wasting their lives as obedient little salarymen/women, so that is good. Obviously, all this also varies depending on the employer.
@@jl4073 I know this is a late reply but how do you know how the currency works and the translation? Im from the US and I’m curious because I’m looking forward to going to Japan.
It's definitely one of the more interesting Ramen out there in Japan. Despite it being a chain, all of its outlets have very consistent standards. Quick service, free-flow cold water, and a slip of paper to for extra servings of Kaedama(Noodles) or side dishes. Although not the best I've tried whilst in Japan, it's definitely worth a try! GODDAMNIT IT'S ONLY BEEN 3 MONTHS SINCE I LEFT JAPAN BUT I WANT BACK IN THERE
Muito a frente... desconhecia tal forma de serviço, achei super interessante. Mas o Japão é muito à frente do tempo. Excelente aspecto de comida, sem dúvida. Ainda bem que têm inglês porque seria complicado pedir, não sabendo nada de Japonês 🤤🤤🤤☺☺🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹
That was so satisfying and appetizing. I'd love to drink those delicious looking broth haha. Dude really like mushrooms. Very nice vid, I love how clean and organized the store is also.
Um país desenvolvido é outro nível né, bem higienizado os lugares, a educação dos atendentes, a calmaria do ambiente e a comida bem feita fazem a gente encher os olhos!
I can see some dislikes for this recipe. I seriously don't understand what is there to dislike in this.Every recipe is unique and can't be evaluated even without trying and without understanding the various taste preference and taste culture. I have seen people commenting like " itni mirchi" on a Kolhapuri dishe . Or some write that "coconut milk spoils the taste" on videos of coastal recipes. Qualifying characteristic of a foodie is to understand and appreciate all food cultures and taste preference and appreciate it. People want honest, flavourful food, not some show-off meal that takes days to prepare. Ted Allen
I remember being super jet lagged in Hong Kong and waking up STARVING at 4am local time. Checked maps to see if anything was open and little did I know I would strike gold choosing to venture into the Hong Kong Ichiran. Ended up going back four times on that trip. Best ramen
That food is good. What is in green colour sheet . What is the green sheet like thing? Is it healthy? If you know tell me. I am curious to know. Japan is my favorite country.
I ate at Ichiran once before. It was good, but there are many other ramen shops that are as good or better. Ichiran prices are on the high side, but what I find that is missing at Ichiran is the atmosphere. In Japan, most ramen shops are small and as a customer sitting at the counter, you could see the kitchen action right in front of you - the sights, the sound and the smell, and that a very important part of the whole experience. But at Ichiran, you are sitting within a tiny semi private cubicle booth and you get to see none of that action. So as far as the quality of the ramen goes, Ichiran is very good, but to me, the whole experience matters, and this is what Ichiran is missing.
@@Wagia. The Ichiran that I went to (Shibuya) used disposable wooden chopsticks which are way too short for most people. They seem to be made to fit miniature-sized hands. Full-length chopsticks (Chinese-style) much better. I know of no ramen shop that uses metal chopsticks. IMHO only an IDIOT would use metal chopsticks (even at home), more for bragging rights. Stainless steel would be heavy and conduct too much heat, and titanium chopsticks which is lightweight (and also a poor conductor of heat) is expensive. But besides the higher cost, metal chopsticks are extremely unforgiving to an errant bite and when teeth meet metal sticks, the teeth always lose.
Ppl who go there clearly are more introverted or inclined to like to have their diner in a more private manner. It might not fit you, it doesn't mean it's lacking, bc it's done on purpose. The places to enjoy in family or with friends are litteraly called famiresu. Family restaurant. The prices are reasonable and the menu options larger with most tables made for multiple ppl. Even though sometimes there are single seats in a bar seat fashion along the windows. The are the opposite of this but not fine dining at all either.
