Producer

Our founders Miki and Jared met in Vancouver after Miki had moved from Japan to learn English there. Together, they then moved to Japan, and spent many years living and cooking in different cities. After attending the Yamato School of Ramen together, they toured the country in search of the best ramen shops. They returned to Canada, and opened the first Crafty Ramen in Guelph in 2017.

The two pillars of Japanese ramen are regionality and innovation. We take inspiration from the principles of Japanese ramen and use them to try and answer the question: what does ramen look like in Ontario?

We understand and appreciate the importance of region and locality in the tradition of ramen. We pride ourselves on using locally sourced ingredients wherever possible. We work extensively with local butchers, and source our produce locally based on seasonal availability. Our house-made noodles are crafted with the highest quality Ontario wheat.

We serve a number of different styles of ramen, and are proud that our menu contains a high proportion of vegan/vegetarian, and pork-free bowls and snacks