Eating alone is becoming popular now, but this ramen chain has been encouraging it since 1993

Ichiran, one of the most popular ramen chains in Japan might be a dream come true for solo diners. It specializes in ”flavor-concentration booths” where a diner can sit separately from everyone else, fill out a form to place an order, and then press a button to summon the waiter (whose face you won’t even see.) It’s just you and your simmering ramen.