Forget everything your mom told you about eating quietly. In Japan, the louder you slurp your noodles, the more you're showing love to the chef. It’s a cultural norm that shows you’re enjoying your meal—so don’t be shy, slurp proud.
On your Citywalks World tour of Tokyo or Kyoto, you’ll pass local ramen shops and noodle houses filled with slurpers of all skill levels. With our guide, you’ll understand the “why” behind the slurp—plus so many other customs that help you experience Japan respectfully and authentically.