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yab Ramen expo in Kudamatsu 2026

The 4th yab Zenkoku Ramen Expo in Kudamatsu: A Must-Visit Gourmet Festival!
Experience the best of Japanese noodle culture at the “yab Zenkoku Ramen Expo in Kudamatsu,” returning for the first time in 7 years! This premier food festival brings 8 of Japan’s most renowned ramen shops to Yamaguchi, featuring authentic flavors from Hokkaido to Kyushu.

Event Highlights for Travelers:

Free Admission: Entry to the venue is completely free! You only pay for the ramen you eat using a ticket system.

Famous Regional Ramen:
Hokkaido (Sapporo/Ishikari): Try rich Miso Ramen from “in EZO” and “Menya Miyabi.”
Kyoto: Historical Shoyu Ramen from “Honke Daiichi-Asahi” (Founded in 1947).
Tokyo: Seafood-based luxury dashi using Sea Bream (“Mengyo”) or Lobster and Clam (“Shinasoba Tanaka”).
Kyushu (Fukuoka): Authentic Tonkotsu Ramen from the birthplace of ramen, Kurume and Hakata.
Premium Ingredients: Savor soup made with Japan’s three major premium chickens and high-quality seafood.

Last updated: 6 February, 2026
Date 19 March, 2026 - 23 March, 2026
Time 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (L.O. 6:45 PM)
Price 950 JPY per bowl (Standard Day Ticket). Cash is required for extra toppings at each booth.
Website https://www.yab.co.jp/contents/ramen2026/
Venue Yume Town Kudamatsu(Yamaguchi Prefecture)
Chuocho 21-3, Kudamatsu, Yamaguchi 744-0025
https://www.izumi.jp/tenpo/kudamatsu