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Salmon Noodle 3.0 / Innovative eatery redefining the ramen ‘norm’
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Uguisuya / Delicious clear seafood-based broth with a unique touch
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Kamitoku Tottori Honten / No beefing about this specialty of Tottori Prefecture
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Hechikan / Niboshi fish broth ramen with universal appeal in Yokohama
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Minami-minowa, NaganoJune 23, 2021
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Kujira Shokudo / Impressive ink black ramen with a mellow surf and turf soul
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Tan Tan Tiger / Specialty shop serves up numbingly spicy soupless noodle dish
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Nakano, TokyoFebruary 9, 2021
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Mugi to Olive / Sharp, rich soy sauce-based chicken ramen with a dash of olive oil worthy of Ginza flair
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