This hands-on ramen noodle-making experience invites participants to learn how to make Hakata Ramen, the soul food of Fukuoka.
Hakata Ramen is a thinner, firmer version of standard ramen and is among Japan’s most popular regional ramen variations.
During this workshop, participants are taken through each step of the Hakata ramen-making process.
It includes kneading, stepping on (a long-practiced traditional technique), and rolling out their own dough from scratch before boiling it to the perfect soft yet bouncy texture. Participants will then choose from two broth options, “tonkotsu,” a rich, umami-flavoredpork bone broth, or a veganfriendly alternative crafted with plant-based ingredients. For visitors with dietary requirements and restrictions, exchanging the customary “chashu” pork meat ramen topping for a vegan and vegetarian-friendly soy meat option is also possible.
Workshops are held at multiple locations throughout Fukuoka and welcome all visitors, regardless of their culinary knowledge or cooking skills, to try their hand at creating this popular, traditional Japanese dish.