TOKYO/NIIGATA, Japan -- Japan has no shortage of ramen restaurants. But for some smaller cities, it's more than a meal. It's a source of hope.
Popular with Japanese and foreign tourists alike, the dish has become a part of promotional campaigns designed to attract visitors and bring new life to local economies.
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