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.





