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.

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.

Maruchan Gold Soy Sauce Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 34
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Maruchan Gold Soy Sauce Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 34

I'm following up on my review of Maruchan Gold Spicy Miso with the only other variety in the Gold line currently available in the US: Maruchan Gold Soy Sauce Ramen. I’m curious if this could become my new favorite shoyu-based noodle soup. The non-premium version of this would be the blue pillow packs - the ones that said "Oriental" flavor for an oddly long time before they changed it to "Soy Sauce" flavor. I've had that one a long, long time ago, never for a proper review, but I do remember not coming away super impressed.

Maruchan Gold Spicy Miso Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 33
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Maruchan Gold Spicy Miso Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 33

Today, I’m trying out Maruchan Gold Spicy Miso Ramen, which marks the first review of a Maruchan product if you can believe it. While the company is known for their budget-friendly options, this "Gold" line aims to be their premium entry, positioned as a counterpart to Nissin’s Raoh series. It’s labeled as "Craft Ramen" and sold in sleek, reflective packaging, priced around $2 per pack at some supermarkets, although it tends to be a bit harder to find than Nissin Raoh from my experience.

Myojo Shio Tonkotsu Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 29
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Myojo Shio Tonkotsu Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 29

This review marks a first for me: a review of a frozen instant noodle product. Everything prior has been shelf-stable, but this one, Myojo Shio Tonkotsu Ramen, comes straight from the chilled section of my local H Mart. With two servings per pack and a price of $5.99, it's a $3 bowl of fresh ramen, which is remarkably affordable compared to premium instant varieties like Ichiran. This is a Japanese product from Myojo, a brand known among noodle enthusiasts and often praised on Reddit for its quality.

Sapporo Ichiban Soy Sauce Flavor Ramen Bowl (US Version) Review - Noodle Journey Episode 20
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Sapporo Ichiban Soy Sauce Flavor Ramen Bowl (US Version) Review | Noodle Journey Episode 20

This Sapporo Ichiban Soy Sauce Flavor Ramen Bowl is my first time reviewing a Sapporo Ichiban product, despite the brand being one of the most recommended and widely available ramen options in the US. These are made by a company called Sanyo. and this flagship soy sauce flavor dates back to 1966 and is often compared to the old “Oriental” (their word, not mine) flavor from Top Ramen or Maruchan, though I never really loved either of those, so hopefully this has more going on than those do. I’ve been aware of Sapporo Ichiban for a long time but never actually tried any of their products until now.

Ichiran Tonkotsu Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 19
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Ichiran Tonkotsu Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 19

In this review, I’m finally checking one of the most hyped (and most expensive) instant ramen products out there: Ichiran Tonkotsu Ramen. Ichiran is a famous chain of Japanese ramen shops with many locations around the globe. Some call it the McDonalds of the ramen world because of its ubiquity, but by all accounts (I've never been to one in person), it sounds like it's still a damn fine meal. This noodle kit comes as a five-pack of straight noodles with a concentrated liquid tonkotsu broth and an optional spice packet, designed to replicate the flavor of their famous shops. I’ve already gone through two servings before this review, which should tell you something right away. But the big question is whether this lives up to its reputation and its price.