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This City Proudly Remains The Ramen Capital of Japan for a Third Year
Who downs the most ramen per capita in Japan? An annual report from Japan's government crowns a repeat winner.

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Food
Who downs the most ramen per capita in Japan? An annual report from Japan's government crowns a repeat winner.
Travel
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