July 28, 2022
The first Europeans to visit Japan were shipwrecked Portuguese sailors in 1543. Portuguese influence on Japanese society persists in dishes like tempura.
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How Was Instant Ramen Invented?
After World War II, Japan suffered from widespread food shortages, so Momofuku Ando resolved to come up with a nutritious, inexpensive, and easy-to-prepare ramen dish.
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