Special guest lecture announcement: Shinji Inoue of Bangkok’s “No Name Noodle” at June 2026 Yamato Ramen School
This June, participants of the Yamato Ramen School in Japan will have a rare opportunity to hear directly from one of the most talked-about Japanese ramen chefs currently active in Southeast Asia – Shinji Inoue.
Mr. Inoue will appear as a special guest lecturer during the course, where he will speak about his journey from the Japanese entertainment industry to becoming the owner-chef of Bangkok’s highly acclaimed reservation-only ramen shop No Name Noodle.
Mr. Inoue originally visited Bangkok while still working in Japanese entertainment and became inspired to open an authentic Japanese ramen restaurant after struggling to find the kind of ramen experience he envisioned. Rather than approaching the business casually, he chose to study ramen making and restaurant operations systematically at Yamato Noodle School before launching his own shop.
SPECIAL GUEST: SHINJI INOUE
No Name Noodle
Today, his restaurant No Name Noodle has become one of Bangkok’s most sought-after ramen destinations, earning recognition from the Michelin Guide with a Bib Gourmand distinction. The Michelin Guide describes the restaurant as a small but highly popular shop serving signature ramen and Tsukemen built around complex recipes using more than 30 ingredients and fermented blends of shoyu for deep umami flavor.
His work has also attracted a devoted following online through the restaurant’s Instagram account, where visitors can see an uncompromising approach to ramen craftsmanship: meticulously prepared broths, refined plating, seasonal creations, premium ingredients, and a level of presentation more commonly associated with fine dining than traditional ramen shops. The restaurant’s limited seating and difficult reservation process have only added to its reputation among ramen enthusiasts in Thailand and internationally.
special talk and Q&A session
During the Yamato Ramen School course, Mr. Inoue is scheduled to give a special talk and Q&A session covering topics such as:
- Transitioning from a completely different career into Ramen entrepreneurship
- Opening and operating a ramen business overseas
- Building a premium ramen brand in a highly competitive market
- Developing original noodle and soup concepts
- Maintaining quality and consistency at a professional level
- Lessons learned from operating a reservation-only ramen shop
- Advice for aspiring ramen restaurateurs
For anyone considering opening a Ramen restaurant this is an opportunity to hear firsthand experiences from someone who successfully transformed passion into an internationally recognized business.
YAMATO RAMEN SCHOOL
The Yamato Ramen School has long attracted students from around the world seeking practical, intensive training in ramen production and restaurant operation. Mr. Shinji Inoue will add a rare real-world perspective on what it takes to build a successful ramen brand beyond Japan’s borders.
With over 20 years of experience, Yamato has trained more than 1,000 graduates – many of whom have gone on to open thriving, well-known ramen shops around the globe. Our comprehensive course focuses not only on authentic ramen making but also on how to create a sustainable and profitable ramen business, empowering students with expertise to develop their own ramen dishes wherever they are in the world.
Seats for the June 22–26, 2026 course are limited. Those interested in participating can find additional information through Yamato MFG Official Website.
