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From the Galaxy

The Ramen Wakusei Blog

Ramen guides, local Sunnyvale food stories, and the lore behind our cosmic bowls.

Local Guide5 min

Where to Eat Ramen Near Cupertino & Mountain View

Working or living near Cupertino or Mountain View? Here's a quick guide to great ramen nearby — and the planet-themed bowls just a short drive down El Camino.

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Brand Story5 min

Meet the Ramen Wakusei Anime: Episodes 1–3 Now Streaming

The Ramen Wakusei anime has begun. Episodes 1, 2 and 3 are streaming now — follow Waku Astronaut and the planet guardians against the Cold Broth Empire.

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Ramen 1015 min

What Is Shio Ramen?

Shio ramen is the clean, salt-based classic that lets the broth shine. Here's what defines it — and the kelp-and-bonito Mercury bowl that channels it.

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Local Guide5 min

Best Spicy Ramen in Sunnyvale

Craving heat? Here's where to find the best spicy ramen in Sunnyvale — and why Ramen Wakusei's chili-garlic Mars bowl keeps heat seekers coming back.

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Culture5 min

How Japanese Ramen Became a Bay Area Favorite

From late-night student fuel to Silicon Valley obsession — the rise of ramen in the Bay Area.

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Brand Story3 min

The Story of Waku Astronaut

Meet Waku Astronaut, the kawaii explorer at the heart of the Ramen Wakusei universe.

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Local Guide4 min

Best Vegan Ramen in Sunnyvale

Plant-based and craving ramen? Here's the best vegan ramen in Sunnyvale.

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Local Guide4 min

Best Seafood Ramen in Sunnyvale

Where to find the best seafood ramen in Sunnyvale, starring Neptune's shrimp, sea bass and scallops.

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Brand Story4 min

Why Ramen Wakusei Uses Planet-Inspired Ramen Names

The story behind naming every bowl after a planet — and the cosmic universe it created.

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Ramen 1014 min

What Is Abura Soba?

Abura soba is brothless ramen — here's how it works and why it's so addictive.

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Ramen 1015 min

What Is Tonkotsu Ramen?

Tonkotsu ramen explained: how the rich, creamy pork-bone broth is made and why it's the most popular style of ramen.

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Local Guide6 min

Best Ramen in Sunnyvale: A Local Guide

A local's guide to finding the best ramen in Sunnyvale, from rich tonkotsu to seafood and vegan bowls — and where the planet-themed Ramen Wakusei fits in.

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