Originally Posted by
JerryFF
Ramen is so much more popular in the US than udon or soba, but in Japan, it seems to be just the opposite. It never occurred to me before, but now I really wonder why. Any thoughts?
I would guess that ramen outsells soba and udon in Japan too - particularly when it comes to packets sold in supermarkets and "just add hot water" containers in convenience stores.
Having said that, I know there's a dearth of good udon and soba outside Japan. I only know one place in London where I can get decent udon.