Cup Noodle’s gyoza-and-ramen combo cup serves up big time flavor
Ramen and gyoza is an inseparable combo that just about everybody loves, and Japanese instant noodle maker Nissin recently decided to put the two together…
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Noodles you don’t have to slurp–instant ramen flavored popcorn released in Japan
Ace Cook’s Super Cup brand is one of Japan’s instant noodle giants, and it hasn’t been afraid to take on some surprising forms over the…
Japan’s first ever insect instant noodles released with 100-cricket packed udon bowls
In recent years, we’ve seen makers in Japan begin to turn to crickets as a nutritionally efficient and less environmentally demanding protein source. While those…
Cup Noodle’s new flavor pairs ramen with its ultimate partner and is made to eat with rice
Over the years, we’ve seen Nissin spice up their flagship Cup Noodle instant ramen series with a lot of adventurous flavors, some of which include…
Nissin’s idea for Cup Noodle cheer poms has noodle lovers ready to form ramen cheer squads
With actual releases like Cup Noodle humidifiers and Cup Noodle soda, it can be hard to tell what zany ideas Japanese instant noodle giant Nissin…
Shiba inu’s ritual meditation as instant noodles cook has dog lovers in tears
When it comes to instant yakisoba in Japan, it’s hard to doubt Peyang as one of the country’s leading brands. Peyang not only releases a…
Japan’s new instant curry rice delivers a “perfect nutrition” in one cup
When it comes to Japanese instant noodle giant Nissin, it’s easy to get distracted by some of their more eccentric heavy food hitters like 1-meter-long…
Why Japanese instant noodles are now dedicated to Nine-Tailed Fox Demoness freed from Killing Stone
On March 5th, 2022, you have felt an ominous chill. If you were left wondering why, that’s because on that day Japan’s famous “Killing Stone”,…
Japan’s instant chilled ramen makes noodles a quick and refreshing summer treat
True noodle lovers can go for a bowl of ramen any time of year, but in the dog days of summer, it can be a…
Instant noodles “modified recipe” becomes a hot topic in Japan; Just add ingredients and boil?
“I really want to make this” “It looks soooo good!” “I’m hungry and I want to eat this now!” Japanese chef and Twitter user 麦ライス…
Japan’s one-person ramen hot pot is a game-changer for instant noodle lovers
Akihabara-based retailer Thanko has a knack for crafting quirky but convenient goods meant to match a solo lifestyle. In recent years they’ve released a “secret…
Bench pressing bodybuilder capsule toys hold your chopsticks and instant noodle lids shut in style
There really does seem to be a capsule toy for everything in Japan these days, but maker Qualia has been on a roll with pushing…
Japanese maker develops instant chilled ramen that remains cold even after microwaved
During the hot and humid Japanese summer, even the biggest ramen fan may find the idea of making their way into a crowded restaurant for…
Cat in Japan’s instant noodle pet bed usage makes a trio of cuteness
Our pets tend to look adorable wherever they sleep, but a recent trend of instant noodle cup pet beds in Japan has been turning doggos…
Collaboration between My Hero Academia and a famous Japanese instant udon!
This winter, a super famous instant udon brand 赤いきつね緑のたぬき Akai Kitsune Midori no Tanuki (Red Fox & Green Japanese Racoon) is running a collaboration with…