Space Dandy Episode 2 -

, known for directing Michiko & Hatchin and Yuri!!! on Ice , served as the episode director and storyboard artist.

The episode is noted for its , which serves as a major visual highlight. Space Dandy Episode 2

It features a "beautiful loneliness" in its setting, contrasting a sparse planetoid and ramen shop against a vibrant, rainbow background. : , known for directing Michiko & Hatchin and Yuri

: Critics highlighted the episode's "originality in an anime joke" by playing the "bad food" trope straight, providing actual critiques and diverse visual palettes for the various bizarre ramen bowls shown. Space Dandy Episode 2

voiced the eccentric Phantom Ramen Alien ; this was one of his final roles before his passing in early 2014.