Ramen Jiro Noodles: A Test of Greatness

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. Andy Raskin hide caption
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.