Ramen Holiday

 Ramen noodles are Itami-san's favorite type of noodle so we went to a Ramen noodle shop for lunch.  We ordered the noodles with slices of pork on top.  There are various toppings to choose from including garlic, hot dried peppers and kimchi style bamboo.  The Japanese slurp up their noodles in one long motion.  When they run out of noodles, they can request more. Two of our companions also had rice and sausages on the side.  Having rice and noodles at the same meal surprised us, but must be common.