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Ramen (Chinese noodles) were introduced and popularized by Chinese immigrants in Meiji-era Japan.

• kurthr 8y ago
  Yes, they were popular as far back as 1860. I think the Kanji 拉麺 means pulled wheat (Chinese) noodles, but many of them are cut which confuses me. Modern Japanese Ramen comes from the early 20th century (~1912?) and is distinct because the broths were much lighter flavored (like miso, shoyu, or pork bone) and less funky than those traditionally from China. The latest trends in Tsukemen ramen challenge this tradition as they go for stronger flavors.
  • rangibaby 8y ago
    AFAIK other than the name the Japanese dish ramen doesn’t have a whole lot in common with Chinese la mian. There is a ton of food around the world that has Chinese roots but isn’t a direct analog to any Chinese (country) dish. For example Tenshinhan in Japan or Chop suey in the US