Tampopo | タンポポ J-Film

Comedy, Drama

Presented by JICC, Embassy of Japan and Japan Commerce Association of Washington, D.C., Inc. and Supported by Hokkaido Ramen Santouka

5 DEC 2024 THURS, 6:30 PM In-Person

"A self-assured gem constructed like the bowl of classic ramen."

The Guardian


Our next J-Film is Tampopo, ITAMI Juzo’s hilarious and acclaimed “Noodle Western.”

Tampopo follows its titular character, played by MIYAMOTO Nobuko, as she assumes the responsibility of her late husband’s ramen shop. With the help of two truck drivers passing through town (WATANABE Ken, YAMAZAKI Tsutomu), she learns how to prepare the perfect bowl of ramen. Surrounding their story is a chaotic tapestry of subplots and vignettes, ranging from the hilarious to the sensuous. Altogether, they create a masterful exploration of food, desire, and human connection.

Join us for this mouthwatering film at 6:30 pm on December 5th at the JICC!

Starring WATANABE Ken, MIYAMOTO Nobuko, and YAMAZAKI Tsutomu

In Japanese with English Subtitles | Not Rated | Nov 1985 | 115min | Directed by ITAMI Juzo


This event is free and open to the public, however registration through Eventbrite is required.
Doors open at 6:00PM. The program begins at 6:30PM. No admittance after 7:00PM or once seating is full.
Registered guests will be seated on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please note that seating is limited and registration does not guarantee guests a seat.


For additional questions or to modify your reservation, contact us at jicc@ws.mofa.go.jp. Your registration is not transferable.

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