In Japan, small gestures matter. From how to hold your bowl to what to do with rubbish, our local expert explores Japanese ...

A new ramen shop with island roots has quietly landed in downtown Kirkland. Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya has soft-opened its first Washington location at 312 Central Way, bringing its rich broths, rice ...

Baka Umai, the Hawthorne ramen shop that built a following for fiercely spicy bowls, has quietly opened a second outpost in ...

The Sunnyside shop that helped kick off Denver’s obsession with housemade ramen noodles is back, but with a twist. The former Ramen Star space at 4044 Tejon Street has resurfaced as Ebisu Sushi and ...

An order of shoyu vegetarian ramen, left, and miso ramen are made to order at Common Sage on Polk Street in San Francisco, on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026. (Charles Russo/SFGATE) Whenever I'm biking through ...

Osaka's nickname, "Japan's Kitchen," comes from its Edo-era food trade and its vibrant street-food scene today.

Discover the ultimate ramen in Osaka, Japan, perfect for anyone who loves oysters. Learn what makes this ramen so special and why it’s a must-try for seafood and ramen enthusiasts visiting the city. # ...

You'll find a variety of new spots, from craft breweries and coffee shops to steakhouses and international cuisine, close to ...

A FIRM behind two popular Scottish restaurants in Scotland has collapsed into liquidation. The company has battled soaring ...

Ramen Chikumo -- a Tokyo-headquartered ramen brand that became a late-night sensation in Taipei with three locations earning 4.7+ stars across 10,000+ reviews -- is celebrating a major milestone at ...

Seek out the local versions of okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and more Japanese specialties in one of the country's culinary capitals.

Nasi and Mee, tucked away on a quiet lane in the heart of the city, is a popular pan-Asian diner in Kochi. Recently, it unveiled a new, improved Japanese menu. I went there on a Sunday evening. And ...