Tatakae!! Ramenman (1988): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1988, Tatakae!! Ramenman is an animation series.

What it’s about. This is a kungfu action story which unfolds in the old and strange land of China.Lomien-man, whose parents were murdered when he was a small boy, was brought up by a mysterious kungfu master. He underwent years of training to become a clam and composed martial arts practitioner. Having received the Secret Scripture, as authorized initiation book, from the master, he sets out on a journey to avenge his parents' death.In dangerous territory swarming with evil persons, the ring of righteousness spreads once Lomien-man appears on the scene. During the difficult journey, he grows bigger and bigger as a martial artist. Even those, who have fought fiercely one-time with Lomien-man, will later develop deep bond of friendship with him. And the old Master always gazes upon him warmly from somewhere. Thus, each time Lomien-man fights in this way, he spiritually as well as physically gets closer to becoming the mightiest martial artist.

Who’s in it. Tatakae!! Ramenman stars Isamu Tanonaka as キョンピー, Shinji Ogawa as ソーメンマン, Michie Tomizawa as タケノコ and Hideyuki Hori as チューチャイ, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Tatakae!! Ramenman sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tatakae!! Ramenman page.

If you liked it. Fans of Tatakae!! Ramenman tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.