いちばん からい ラーメンThe Spiciest Ramen

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What you'll learn

The narrator tries the spiciest ramen at a new shop, experiences extreme spice that makes their eyes water, but ultimately decides they want to eat it again.

Key vocabulary

Grammar points you'll meet

• ～たいです N5Expresses the speaker's desire to perform an action.
  でも、またたべたいです。
• ～ください N5Used to request an item politely.
  「いちばんからいの、ください。」

Cultural notes

• Gekikara Ramen CultureIn Japan, while traditional ramen focuses on rich savory broths, there is a prominent subculture of 'Gekikara' (extremely spicy) ramen. Shops often let customers choose their heat level, sometimes ranging up to terrifyingly high levels that challenge even seasoned spice lovers.

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