The God of Ramen
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68% Critic Match

The God of Ramen

6.8 / 10 2013 1h 30mNR Japanese
Documentary

Storyline

Every day, people would queue for over two hours for a bowl of ramen. What’s the celebrated chef’s secret ingredient? There is no secret ingredient. In fact, as most fans of Taishoken believe, it’s the charisma of owner Kazuo Yamagishi that attracted people from all around Japan to his modest shop. His personality and love for his craft, combined with a precise mélange of flavours, combined to create perfection in each ramen bowl. This heart-warming documentary is not just for noodle fans, but for anyone who loves to be inspired by passionate people.

Cast & Crew

Shosuke Tanihara

Shosuke Tanihara

Narrator (voice)

Lead
KY

Kazuo Yamagishi

Self

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Takashi Innami's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. The God of Ramen is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker