Itsuki Hokkaido Yuzushio Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 44
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Itsuki Hokkaido Yuzushio Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 44

I’m trying something completely different today: a Yuzu-flavored noodle from Itsuki, specifically their Itsuki Hokkaido Yuzushio Ramen variety. This is the first time I’ve ever had anything with Yuzu, so I’m going in blind but excited. Yuzu is a Japanese citrus fruit that falls somewhere between lemon and grapefruit, and while a few ramen varieties use it, this is the first one I’ve come across in person. I picked this up at my local Asian grocery store for $4.79, but it’s also available online from sites like Yami and Asian Food Grocer. This package contains two servings, which makes the price pretty reasonable.

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Nissin Cup Noodles Pumpkin Spice Flavor Review | Noodle Journey Episode 43

I'm diving into what might be the strangest product I’ve ever reviewed: Nissin Cup Noodles Pumpkin Spice flavor. Yes, it’s real. This seasonal item first launched in fall 2021 and returned in 2022, showing up in stores across the US between September and November. I didn’t expect to find one this late in the season, but there it was on clearance at a local supermarket, because of course it was.

Nongshim Angry Chapaguri Review - Noodle Journey Episode 42
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Nongshim Angry Chapaguri Review | Noodle Journey Episode 42

Today I'm trying out the Korean import of Nongshim Angry Chapaguri Bowl, a product that blends two existing Nongshim classics: Chapagetti, their mild black bean noodle, and Neoguri, their spicy seafood udon. This mashup has gained global popularity thanks to its appearance in Parasite and seems to be a staple in Korean instant noodle culture, often referred to Ram-don. While the original hack required mixing the two packs, this pre-packaged version offers a more convenient alternative, with an increased spice level (hence the "Angry").

Nissin Raoh Soy Sauce Ramen (US Version) Review - Noodle Journey Episode 39
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Nissin Raoh Soy Sauce Ramen (US Version) Review | Noodle Journey Episode 39

I’m trying the third variety (and currently final, at least in the US) in this product lineup: Nissin Raoh Soy Sauce Ramen. After loving the Miso and re-evaluating the noodles in the Tonkotsu version, I’m optimistic about this one. It's a chilly autumn day, which makes this a perfect time to dig into a shoyu broth. Maruchan Gold Soy Sauce is still my reigning favorite in this category, with Sapporo Ichiban’s original flavor as another reliable favorite, so this has stiff competition.

Nissin Raoh Miso Ramen (US Version) Review - Noodle Journey Episode 38
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Nissin Raoh Miso Ramen (US Version) Review | Noodle Journey Episode 38

I'm revisiting the Nissin Raoh product line with their Miso flavor, hoping for redemption after being underwhelmed by their American Artificial Tonkotsu version. That one had great noodles but an off-putting yeast-heavy broth. This time around, I’m looking for something more balanced. My current favorite miso is Maruchan Gold Spicy Miso, so this also serves as a natural comparison point.

Prima Taste Laksa LaMian Review - Noodle Journey Episode 37
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Prima Taste Laksa LaMian Review | Noodle Journey Episode 37

After giving Prima Taste’s Singapore Curry LaMian a perfect 10, I’m finally trying their Prima Taste Laksa LaMian variety. Laksa is a Southeast Asian curry noodle soup that typically includes coconut milk, shrimp paste, and milder chili pepper, with a rich flavor profile that leans slightly sweet and seafood-heavy. This version includes a few additional ingredients that distinguish it from the Singapore Curry, and I’m excited to see how it compares.

Hau Huan Luo (Happy Snail) Liuzhou Snail Rice Noodles Review - Noodle Journey Episode 36
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Hau Huan Luo (Happy Snail) Liuzhou Snail Rice Noodles Review | Noodle Journey Episode 36

To celebrate hitting the 200-subscriber milestone on the YouTube channel, I’m finally diving into something I’ve been saving for a special occasion: Hau Huan Luo (Happy Snail) Liuzhou Snail Rice Noodles. This dish is known as luosifen, a regional specialty from Liuzhou, China, made with a fermented snail-based broth, slippery rice noodles, and a huge assortment of intense, funky garnishes. It's notorious online for its divisive smell and flavor, with some calling it the “world’s stinkiest soup,” but I’ve eaten snails before and I’m not intimidated.

Mom's Dry Noodle Dandan Noodles Review - Noodle Journey Episode 35
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Mom’s Dry Noodle Dandan Noodles Review | Noodle Journey Episode 35

I'm finally reviewing something from Mom’s Dry Noodle, also known as Lao Ma Noodles, a popular Taiwanese brand that’s made frequent appearances on the Ramen Rater’s top ten lists. This Mom's Dry Noodle Dandan Noodles is my first review of Dandan-style noodle, and I’m hoping it lives up to the hype. These are air-dried, sauce-based noodles without broth, and this particular variety is essentially a mildly spicy sesame noodle with some Sichuan flair.