#5025: Myojo Sapporo Miso Ramen – United States

#5025: Myojo Sapporo Miso Ramen - United States

This one sounds good – it’s a rainy day here so something miso should work well.

Myojo Sapporo Miso Ramen – United States

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#5024: Maruchan Seimen Sesame Tare Cold Ramen – Japan

Maruchan Seimen Sesame Tare Cold Ramen - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “We know it’s getting warm outside, and it’s probably getting warm inside with your watch party marathon. That’s why we got you a tasty pack of cold ramen with a delicious sesame tare sauce that’s sweet, savory and perfect for cooling off!” ...see full post

#5023: Yamadai Utsunomiya Yakisoba – Japan

#5023: Yamadai Utsunomiya Yakisoba - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “”Now, let’s take a quick break to enjoy some more yakisoba from Tokyo’s Utsunomiya area! This yakisoba features a special collab sauce with Tsukihoshi (Moon Star) for a delicious saucy experience. Add the special chewy noodles and you have some delicious yakisoba! ...see full post

#5022: Nissin Donbei Curry Udon – Japan

#5022: Nissin Donbei Curry Udon - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “If you’re already fired up from the watch party action, this will be sure to set your heart ablaze. This limited-edition Donbei udon features a delicious Japanese dashi stock mixed with curry, cumin and garlic to create a delicious, fragrant curry udon experience!” ...see full post

Trailtopia Camping Ramen Sent By The Fat Hipster

Trailtopia Camping Ramen Sent By The Fat Hipster

My buddy The Fat Hipster from time to time sends me interesting ramen things. Well, he did it again – thanks! These are camping meals from Trailtopia – good for bringing with you since they have a very light weight, and once you’re done cooking in the bag and eating, you just zip it shut and pack it out, weighing virtually nothing. Let’s have a look! ...see full post

Nakama Noodles Unboxing – November 2024 + Coupon Code

Nakama Noodles Unboxing - November 2024 + Coupon Code

Today, I’m unboxing MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles box. You can get their monthly selection of 8-10 varieties – and this box they sent was full of varieties I’ve never reviewed before, plus they include PACKS!!!  I’ll be doing unboxings for them and have a coupon code you can use – THERAMENRATER (of course)! Watch the video below – you’ll see why I’m excited. ...see full post

#5021: Nissin Raoh Yuzu Shio Ramen – Japan

#5021: Nissin Raoh Yuzu Shio Ramen - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “We’re rounding out our list with a bowl of ramen that’s as refreshing as a new hit anime or an amazing new season! Back by popular demand, this ramen combines the light taste of shio (salt) ramen with yuzu citrus for a complex yet refreshing combo of flavor!” ...see full post

#5020: Myojo Authentic Japanese Udon Beef Flavor – United States

#5020: Myojo Authentic Japanese Udon Beef Flavor – United States

I reviewed the hot and spicy version recently. I’ve got some different garnish for this one. These are tricky to photograph and last time I went with the wrong bowl as far as I can tell. Gonna try something completely different. Let’s give it a go! ...see full post

#5019: Nissin U.F.O. Abura Soba w/Chili Oil Mayo – Japan

#5019: Nissin U.F.O. Abura Soba w/Chili Oil Mayo - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “This bowl of ramen is more than just pretty visuals. This abura soba has a delicious thick shoyu tare (a thicker soy sauce based sauce). Add the chili oil mayo and you have a delicious soup-less ramen bowl with great flavor and a bit of flare!” ...see full post

#5018: Yu Dao Hot & Sour Rice Noodles – China

#5018: Yu Dao Hot & Sour Rice Noodles - China

Found this one at 99 Ranch Market. Looked interesting and it’s not only got a brand ambassodor tie-in (no clue who this guy is though) and a sweeepstakes for what looks like an iWatch. Also, a TON of sachets. Let’s give it a go. ...see full post

The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Spiciest Instant Noodles Of All Time 2025 Edition

The Ramen Rater's Top Ten Spiciest Instant Noodles Of All Time 2025 Edition

The fiery instant noodle beast is awakened and it’s time for another scorching hot spicy top ten. The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Spiciest Instant Noodles Of All Time 2025 Edition includes the spiciest stuff you can get. I outline a couple at the bottom that are no longer on the list but were violently spicy as well. Know something I should try? Make sure to contact me about it! Even if it’s not spicy, I definitely want to try it. Want to help support what I do? It’s appreciated This list is current as of review 4881. With that, here’s The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Spiciest Instant Noodles Of All Time 2025 Edition. ...see full post

#5017: Myojo Authentic Japanese Udon Hot & Spicy Flavor – United States

#5017: Myojo Authentic Japanese Udon Hot & Spicy Flavor - United States

I saw an Instagram post by Myojo USA and noticed a new bowl version of their popular udon range. So, I decided to send an email – and got a respose in a big way. Big thanks! They sent a ton of new product! Here’s the first. ...see full post

#5016: Acecook Devil’s Super Cup 1.5x Size Spicy Pork Kimchi Ramen – Japan

#5016: Acecook Devil's Sup Cup 1.5x Size Spicy Pork Kimchi Ramen - Japan

 Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “Now, let’s switch it up and enjoy a bit more devilish spice from the super cute Pochita. This special Super Cup ramen collab with Chainsaw Man features delicious sweet & spicy pork kimchi, with a hint of garlic to round out the flavor.” ...see full post

Fly By Jing Sends Chili Crisp, Noodles

I had tried a noodle a while back that was a collab with Fly By Jing. I’m planning a chili crisp/crunch list soon, and so I reached out. Here’s what they sent. ...see full post

#5015: Ramen Bae Dried Ramen Toppings Spicy Garlic Mix – United States

#5015: Ramen Bae Dried Ramen Toppings Spicy Garlic Mix - United States

I don’t usually do this. I don’t show you something almost completely enjoyed. But this is because I’ve enjoyed it that much! You should go over to The Ramen Bae and get this stuff. This is a topping you throw in with your noodles as they steep or boil and it’s truly magnificent. It also works well in soups, rice – you name it. Let’s continue… ...see full post

Momofuku Sends Chili Crunch Varieties

Recently, I got samples of the Momofuku x A-Sha collab noodle products. They mention Momofuku Chili Crunch on there and so I reached out – here’s what they sent! ...see full post

#5014: Myojo Ippeichan Night Shop Addicting Salt Tare Yakisoba – Japan

#5014: Myojo Ippeichan Night Shop Addicting Salt Tare Yakisoba - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “Our next pick is inspired by the nighttime sakura festival food stalls. This yakisoba features a salt base sauce that is packed with flavor. From the onion flavor of the sauce to the sesame and garlic flavor of the mayo, this dish is perfect for any sakura night festival.” ...see full post

Exoticnoods.com Sends Cool Stuff!

Every once in awhile I get a package of neat stuff from Daniel over at Exotic Noods – he has been creating and curating subscription boxes over there for a while – check ’em out! ...see full post

#5013: Nan Shan Po Shaxian Noodles With Scallion Oil – China

#5013: Nan Shan Po Shaxian Noodles With Scallion Oil – China

Found this at 99 Ranch Market along with a rather underwhelming chili crisp version I tried previously. This sounds good – let’s give it a try. ...see full post

#5012: Haichijia Hot & Sour Rice Noodle – China

#5012: Haichijia Hot & Sour Rice Noodle - China

Here’s another one of the Haichijia cups featuring the world renowned Mr. Bobby Yip on the package. I think he’s funny – there’s no way he’s not a comedian! Let’s cook this cup up! ...see full post

#5011: Sapporo Ichiban Kuze Fuku & Co. Everyday Dashi Shoyu Ramen – Japan

#5011: Sapporo Ichiban Kuze Fuku Everyday Dashi Shoyu Ramen - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “Did you know that Nagano has three different areas on the top 100 list for sakura viewing in Japan? That’s why we have this gorgeous cup of shoyu ramen for you from Kuze Fuku, a Nagano based shop. The soup combines shoyu and dashi for some great umami flavor!” ...see full post

#5010: JML Big Soup! Big Taste! Artificial Japanese Style Pork Bone Flavour – China

#5010: JML Big Soup! Big Taste! Artificial Japanese Style Pork Bone Flavour - China

We found this at S*Mart in Bellevue, WA a few months ago right before my birthday. These are freaking large packs – let’s check ’em out. ...see full post

#5009: Dujosoo Konjac Baodu Noodles With Sesame Sauce – China

#5009: Dujosoo Konjac Baodu Noodles With Sesame Sauce - China

Okay so it’s konjac, its sesame sauce. But these look very interesting. Let’s delve into it. ...see full post

#5008: Nissin Tongarashi Ramen Sweet & Spicy Tomato Cream & Cheese – Japan

#5008: Nissin Tongarashi Ramen Sweet & Spicy Tomato Cream & Cheese - Japan

 Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “Next up is another amazing pink design with a cup full of tasty noodles with a slightly spicy kick. This cup combines spicy tomato with a thick cream soup that has a delicious cheese flavor. This perfect combo is sure to get you hooked!” ...see full post

#5007: Ma Lu Ji Instant Chongqing Noodle- China

#5007: Ma Lu Ji Instant Chongqing Noodle- China

An interesting one found at 99 Ranch Market in Edmonds, WA. Guess we’ll have to give it a try! Certainly is bright red… ...see full post

Halloween 2024: #5006: Cheetos Mac’N Cheese Box Of Bones Limited Edition – United States

#5140: Cheetos Mac'N Cheese Box Of Bones Limited Edition - United States

Well, Halloween is here and so I like to do something or other to celebrate it here. No, this is not ramen or an instant, but it is a kind of noodle thing. These are macaroni in the shapes required to make a little skeleton. Kind of cool. I think. As it turns out,  I saw it at the same place I got my pack for review #5000. Let us begin. ...see full post

#5005: Maruchan Zubaan! Tonkotsu & Seafood Ramen – Japan

#5005: Maruchan Zubaan! Tonkotsu & Seafood Ramen - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “With a package that captures the beauty of traditional Japan, this choice was inspired by the night sky at night sakura events. This pack combines a tonkotsu base and dried fish base for a unique, full flavor. Add thick, springy noodles and you’ll have tasty ramen (or tsukemen)!” ...see full post

#5004: Vifon Vietnamese Style Rice Noodle With Seafood Pho – Vietnam

#5004: Vifon Vietnamese Style Rice Noodle With Seafood Pho - Vietnam

Think I found this at HMart. This one says it has a stewed seafood sachet which sounds interesting. I also find the global top ten mention – not my global top ten though. Interesting. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#5003: Ve Wong Artificial Spicy Beef Noodles Soup With Mustard – Taiwan

#5003: Ve Wong Artificial Spicy Beef Noodles Soup With Mustard - Taiwan

Found this one over at 99 Ranch Market recently. It was pretty cheap, so got a multipack. I’m pretty stingy when it comes to multipacks as generally I only need a single package, but most places have more varieties in multipacks and that’s vexing; I just want one but their single pack offerings and very limited. Sigh. Anyways, let’s give this one a go. ...see full post

#5002: Wu Ming Xiao Chu Shaxian Banmian Xianglawei – China

#5002: Wu Ming Xiao Chu Shaxian Banmian Xianglawei - China

Here’s another one that came by way of Daniel over at ExoticNoods.com – check his subscription boxes out they’re multinational! This looks to be a dry noodle with some sauce. Very curious what with such a long name. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#5001: GS25 Washbasin Naengmyeon Cold Noodle – South Korea

#5001: GS25 Washbasin Naengmyeon Cold Noodle - South Korea

This is massive. I usually do an enormous variety for my ‘thousands’ reviews – at least that’s what I did for 3000 & 4000. Well, here’s a huge 5001/ 4000+ calories of naengmyeon. It’s a cold noodle and comes in it’s own huge metal bowl. Dang. Found it at HMart and it was around $25. It was pricey, but I just couldn’t pass it up. It was the only one they had and I figured it was a set of bowls and then realized this was a real thing. Well, let’s cook it up. ...see full post

The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Taiwanese Instant Noodles Of All Time 2025 Edition

The Ramen Rater's Top Ten Taiwanese Instant Noodles Of All Time 2025 Edition

Usually, this list comes out in September of every year, but this time around there was a hitch: review#5000. It really ate up all of my time, and so this year is a bit late (making a documentary, a detailed review video and research et al). Also, there won’t be a video this time around. Next year though! This list is essentially the same as last year’s. A final issue I ran into was the lack of reviewables that crossed my desk from Taiwan over the last year. With that, if you’re a Taiwanese noodle company with products I’ve not reviewed, I definitely am interested in reviewing your products. With that, here’s The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Taiwanese Instant Noodles Of All Time 2025 Edition. ...see full post

#5000: McTrader Ramen Noodles Chicken – United States

#5000: McTrader Ramen Noodles Chicken - United States

#5000

#5000. It took me a long time to decide what to review for #5000, and you might be thinking ‘why this one?’ I found it at a Dollar Tree store, and it had all the hallmarks of something I like to review. First, never have I seen this brand before. That’s a neat thing – I mean after 5000 you’d think I’d seen everything but most certainly not. Second, it’s basic. Really hard to screw up chicken flavor, although I have indeed seen it done before. Third, I got it at a place that was very nearby, in walking distance. That’s pretty cool. The main chunk of my early reviews were fouind when I walked to a 99 Ranch Market. So, it’s kind of a mirror of what got me back to reviewing after my lapse in the 2000s. ...see full post

#4999: Nissin Cup Noodles Beef Dashi Yukgaejang Big Cup Ramen – Japan

#4999: Nissin Cup Noodles Beef Dashi Yukgaejang Big Cup Ramen - Japan

 Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “The colors of cherry blossom festivals change as the sun sets, and this design captures those colors! Inspired by yukgaejang soup, often eaten with or after Japanese & Korean barbecue, this spicy beef ramen features gochujang, miso, beef and veggies for a great experience!” ...see full post

#4998: Ottogi Odongtongmyon Spicy Seafood Udon – South Korea

#4998: Ottogi Odongtongmyon Spicy Seafood Udon - South Korea

Hey it’s time for some Korean seafood noodles! This one comes with some sea tangle (kelp) that helps season the soup! I’m kind of excited about this one. Let’s hit it up. ...see full post

Press Release – Review #5000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Hans Lienesch, The Ramen Rater, Releases Landmark 5000th Instant Noodle Review

KENMORE, WASHINGTON, USA – 2024/10/14 – Hans Lienesch, widely known as The Ramen Rater, will reach a major milestone on October 21st, 2024, with the release of his 5000th instant noodle review. Since 2002, Lienesch has sampled and reviewed thousands of quick serve noodle varieties from around the globe, building a dedicated following of instant noodle enthusiasts. ...see full post

A-Sha Sends New Hot Ones, Hello Kitty, & Momofuku Noodle Varieties!

I reached out to A-Sha Dry Noodle recently about their new Hot Ones collab varieties – they sent some other really great looking new products! Let’s check ’em out! Big thanks to the folks at A-Sha USA for sending these along! ...see full post

#4997: Hai Chi Jia Chili Sesame Crispy Rice Noodles – China

#4997: Hai Chi Jia Chili Sesame Crispy Rice Noodles - China

I’ve got a few from this range sitting in the bullpen as of right now. This one features a crispy rice element. Let’s cook it up! ...see full post

#4996: JML Instant Noodle Artificial Stew Pork Flavour – China

#4996: JML Instant Noodle Artificial Stew Pork Flavour - China

This one was sent by Daniel over at ExoticNoods.com – thanks! I reviewed this in late August of 2011 – way back. I reckon 13 years can end up with a lot of changes. The packaging seems to be pretty much the same, but this one’s so far back I wasn’t even scanning packaging. Wow. Well, let’s give this one another look. ...see full post

#4995: Nissin Artisan’s Tan Tan Ramen – Japan

#4995: Nissin Artisan's Tan Tan Ramen - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! Inside, they have 8-10 different varieties from Japan! If you’d like to get one, don’t forget to use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “You can’t celebrate sakura season without a little bit of pink. This tasty ramen bowl has a beautiful pink and brown design and features thick ramen in a deliciously spicy soup. Add in tasty sesame, ground meat and green onion and you have a tasty artisanal tan tan ramen.” ...see full post