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Behind the Counter at the ONLY Tokyo Yatai Ramen Cart Shibuya
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Behind the Counter at the ONLY Tokyo Yatai Ramen Cart Shibuya



Behind the Counter at the ONLY Tokyo Yatai Ramen Cart Shibuya

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Today I’m going behind the counter at one of Tokyo’s last remaining traditional yatai ramen carts, hidden in the streets of Shibuya. While Japan is famous for its ramen restaurants and street food culture, these nostalgic Japanese food stalls have almost completely disappeared from Tokyo. Yatai, meaning food cart in Japanese, dates back to the Edo period when street vendors sold noodles late into the night. As food safety regulations tightened and street permits became increasingly difficult to obtain, these traditional ramen carts slowly vanished. But one young Japanese ramen chef is determined to bring this disappearing food culture back to life. Originally from Gero, Gifu Prefecture, he spent four years running his own yatai before moving to Tokyo to pursue his dream. Despite countless challenges securing permission to operate in Shibuya, he refused to give up. His family has operated a noodle factory in Japan for over 100 years, but instead of following in his father’s footsteps, he chose to create his own path. In this Japan food documentary, I’m following his daily routine, from preparing ramen in a licensed kitchen to serving customers on the streets of Shibuya, preserving a piece of traditional Japanese food culture.

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46 Comments

  6. @steemlenn8797

    Ouch that wound! I could not just go on lol. And it's probably not good to just go on. At least put a bandage or something on it!

  12. @El_Hoppo

    His first goal should be to make the Yatai Shop self-sustaining and to increase its visibility. To do that, he needs a social media presence and something special to attract customers. I don't see either of those yet. Dedication alone won't be enough.

  13. @pendaco

    Oof I felt that.. 😯 pushing that cart already looked difficult enough but stuff falling of and hurting you doesn't help. This is one tough guy! Gambare! 💪

  20. @frasermackie19

    what a bright, ambitious and inspiring young man. wish him nothing but the best in his future, because work ethic is one of the most important ingredients to success.

  22. @swissfoodie3542

    Thank you very much Paolo for showing us this wonderful Yatai ramen cart. I admire this young man and his motivation and courage. Personally, I dont like Shibuya, but I would like to go there on my next trip to Japan, to eat ramen in his stall.

  24. @truc13

    Is there a social media to follow? I'll be back in Japan mid January. It's in the middle of winter, I would love to visit if it's open.

  27. @Zanth123

    I Drank Orion when i was stationed in Okinawa in 1982 . it used to have a sleight taste of onions then. I would thin by now you would not be able to tell anymore.

  28. @workandfamily2742

    I wish him every success in life❤ he seems extremely dedicated and focused. Hopefully one day I get a chance to go to Japan and I can try some of his food ! 🍜

  29. @simo_sa

    one of my favourite things to watch on youtube are the Yatai's in Fukuoka! the food always looks so good, im hoping to go there in a few weeks when im in Japan, I cant wait!!!!

  30. @LutherTambien

    he's a very hardworker and has a vision. it's clear he's just starting and figuring out what works for the Business. BEST OF LUCK GANBATE!

  31. @burekmali6704

    4:13 he says something that sounds like yebiga or jebiga in serbian which would describe the situation perfectly in our language.. LIke jebiga it happened, show must go on .

  32. @vince_kang00

    Personally, I would really want to go. I did go toTokyo, but I was stupid and did not did research with my sister went with me

  38. @ZombiEDDudE

    I don’t comment much but seeing someone work so hard and have such a positive outlook on life is super inspiring. Although his family has a factory he still works hard in his own crafts to prove himself and make them proud.

    I hope to see his business thrive and will definitely visit him next time im in Tokyo!

  41. @GenerateNameHere

    Thanks for featuring him @PaolofromTOKYO !!! Will definitely look for him when in Tokyo again. Wishing him all the best ❤

  42. @joaostegmann5726

    Paolo espero que o tradutor funcione. Seu canal realiza um trabalho muito importante, mostrando pessoas trabalhadoras que ganham a vida de diferentes formas. Que este rapaz conquiste o que procura, o principal ele ja têm, coragem e dedicação.

    Deus abençoe.

  46. @Tokapii

    Honestly those noodles look fabulous!!! Thin, long, firm but still chewy… I’m going to have to drop by next time I’m in the city. Thank you for showcasing this yatai! 😁