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Upgraded Japanese instant ramen with rich broth and toppings

How to Upgrade Instant Ramen: 12 Easy Ways to Make It Taste Better

September 02, 2026Japanned

Learn how to upgrade instant ramen with eggs, vegetables, better broth, nori, sauces and easy Japanese toppings. Simple ideas for a better bowl in minutes.

Japanese V60 pour-over coffee brewing with a gooseneck kettle, paper filter and glass server

How to Brew Japanese Coffee Using a V60

August 24, 2026Japanned

Brew Japanese coffee with a V60 using this precise 15 g coffee to 250 g water recipe, including grind size, bloom, pouring steps, brew time and troubleshooting.

Japanese instant ramen upgraded with egg, nori, corn, mushrooms, spring onion and sesame toppings

How to Upgrade Instant Ramen: 15 Easy Japanese-Style Toppings

August 24, 2026Japanned

Upgrade instant ramen in minutes with 15 easy Japanese-style toppings, from soft-boiled egg and nori to corn, butter, mushrooms, chilli oil and furikake.

Doraemon Snacks, Naruto Ramen & More: Japanese Foods Made Famous by Anime

August 24, 2026Japanned Singh

Anime has a special way of making everyday Japanese food look irresistible. A steaming bowl of ramen, a box of colourful snacks, a sweet dorayaki or a packet of chocolate-coated...

Japanese Drip Coffee vs Instant Coffee: Which Is Better?

August 24, 2026Japanned

Japanese drip coffee offers greater aroma and brewing control, while instant coffee delivers speed and consistency. Compare taste, caffeine, cost, preparation and the best format for you.

Udon vs Soba vs Ramen: What’s the Difference?

August 22, 2026Japanned

Udon is thick and chewy, soba is thin and earthy, and ramen is springy and broth-focused. Compare ingredients, texture, nutrition and popular Japanese noodle styles.

Shoyu vs Miso vs Tonkotsu Ramen: Complete Guide

August 22, 2026Japanned Editorial Team

Shoyu, miso or tonkotsu? Compare broth, flavour, richness, noodles and dietary considerations, then find authentic Japanese ramen available in India.

Japanese ramen and Korean instant noodles shown side by side for a comparison guide

Japanese Instant Ramen vs Korean Instant Noodles: What’s the Difference?

August 08, 2026Japanned

Japanese instant ramen and Korean instant noodles differ in broth style, spice level, noodle texture, seasoning and eating experience. This guide explains the key differences and helps you choose the...

Where to Buy Authentic Japanese Snacks Online in India

August 02, 2026Japanned

Looking for authentic Japanese snacks in India? Learn where to shop online, how to verify imported products, and what to check before ordering.

Why Japanese Matcha Is Worldwide Famous: The Story Behind Japan’s Beloved Green Tea

July 30, 2026Japanned Singh

Discover why Japanese matcha became globally popular, from careful cultivation and stone-grinding to tea ceremony traditions, flavour, colour and modern matcha drinks and snacks.

Best-Before vs Expiry Date on Japanese Food: What Shoppers Should Know

July 27, 2026Japanned

Learn the difference between Japan’s best-before and use-by dates, how to read Japanese date labels, and what Indian shoppers should check before eating imported food.

Japanese dorayaki featured in a guide to popular snacks seen in anime

Best Japanese Snacks Seen in Anime: What They Are and Where to Buy Them

July 27, 2026Japanned

Discover dorayaki, onigiri, ramen, Pocky, mochi, senbei and ramune seen in anime—what they taste like and where to buy authentic Japanese snacks in India.