Ramen Shop (2018)

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Description:

Ramen Shop follows Masato, a skilled young ramen chef dedicated to his craft in Japan. His world is turned upside down by the sudden death of his father, a man with whom Masato shared a strained, emotionally distant relationship. This unexpected loss prompts Masato to embark on a journey back to Singapore, his birthplace, a place he hasn't seen in years.

In Singapore, Masato hopes to uncover the truth about his father's life and their shared past, piecing together fragments of memory and untold stories. As he navigates this unfamiliar yet ancestral land, he discovers unexpected connections to his heritage and the profound role food, especially ramen, plays in bridging divides and healing old wounds. The film explores themes of family, identity, and the comforting power of a perfectly crafted bowl of ramen.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2018

Genre:Drama