Sthapati Admin on April 4, 2025 1 Comment
Funky Ramen is a unique restaurant located in Düsseldorf, born from the vision of an experienced sushi chef who has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants. After building expertise through his own sushi delivery business, he with his business partner decided to take their passion to the next level.
In collaboration with Kidz Studio, they transformed a 200-square-meter space into an exceptional dining destination inspired by the anime Samurai Champloo. This anime, which blends Edo-period traditions with street culture elements like graffiti and hip-hop, served as the foundation for the restaurant’s aesthetic and conceptual design.
The restaurant’s interior reflects the personalities of the anime’s three main characters: Jin, a calm and wise samurai; Mugen, an impulsive and free-spirited samurai; and Fuu, the determined young woman who unites them. These traits are represented in three distinct zones.
The blue zone, inspired by Jin, exudes calmness and sophistication with its sturdy wooden tables and exposed brick walls, creating an atmosphere perfect for savoring sushi. The red zone, embodying Mugen’s energy, features raw and handcrafted materials like concrete blocks, stone, and hand-painted red cushions, fostering a casual, dynamic space for enjoying ramen.
The neutral zone, representing Fuu, is simple and welcoming, with white walls, linen curtains, and minimalistic seating for relaxed, everyday dining.
Curated by Hadir Al Koshta
Hospitality Architecture, RESTAURANT, Germany
Architects: Kidz Studio
Area: 220 m²
Year: 2025
Photographs: Ruben Movsisian
Manufacturers: SLV, Wayfair
Lead Architects: Ruben Movsisian
Very creative design 👌👌👍