Ramen Jiro Noodles: A Test of Greatness

Men line up outside Ramen Jiro in Tokyo.
Andy Raskin

A Sign of Strength: Men line up outside Ramen Jiro in Tokyo, waiting their turn to face the challenge of finishing a whole bowl of noodles.

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January 19, 2004

Success at the Tokyo restuarant Ramen Jiro starts with knowing yourself: Can you handle the large size? It's a sign of greatness to finish the bowl of pork-laden noodles. But if you fail, you face the wrath of the chef. Producer Andy Raskin tells the tale.

 

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