These rad ramen innovations prove that the traditional dorm room cuisine is a whole lot more than a quick hunger fix. From air freshners to luxury noodle brands, the ramen aesthetic and taste has crept up in a slew of unexpected places. Sure to have you reminiscing on the days when a slice of veggie pizza was the closest you got to a salad, these rad ramen innovations will have you craving the convenience of a meal in a cup.
From accordion-inspired packaging to noodle-infested hot tubs, these rad ramen innovations are sure to raise a few eyebrows and satisfy some tummies. The perfect celebration of blissfully cheap and fuss-free eating, these neat noodle creations are full of fun and guilty indulgences. Ditch your food snobbery and pay tribute to the food that fueled you through your impoverished university years.
Kitschy, fun and delicious, these rad ramen innovations are sensational and slurp-able.
19 Rad Ramen Innovations
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Food Value Photoshoots
Jonathan Blauestein's Photography Shows Just How Far a Dollar Can Go
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Relaxed Ramen Weights
The Cupmen Lid Holders Keep Steam in to Cook Instant Noodles
17
Fake Noodle Porn
Fake Noodle Cup Full of Naughty Goods
16
Luxury Instant Noodles
Harrods Posh Pot Noodle
15
Space-Saving Food Packaging
The Campactible Accordion Package for Instant Noodles
14
Insulting Instant Noodles
These Neatorama Ramen Packages are Brutally Frank
13
Noodle-Inspired Seating
‘Obsession' Furniture by Korean Designer Kwangho Lee
12
Noodles No Longer A Diet No-No
Super Low Cal Shirataki Noodles
11
Chef-Free Cooking
Ramen Noodle Shop Uses Cooperative Culinary Robots for Service
10
Synthetic Food Spas
The Japanese Noodle Bath Will Have You Feeling Refreshed and Cooked
9
Automated Instant Noodles
Cup Noodles Vending Machine Gives Ramen Push-Button Simplicity
8
Microscopic Noodle Bowls
World's Smallest Bowl of Ramen
7
Samurai-Approved Soups
Kabuto Noodles Packaging Embodies Creative Design Discipline
6
Celebrity Vending Machines
The Noodol Cafe Has Pop Stars Bring You Food
5
Microwaved Pasta Treasuries (UPDATE)
The Nissin Instant Noodles Museum Opens in Yokohama
4
Instant Noodle Recipe Books
The Ramen Cookbook by Jessica Harlan is College Kid-Friendly
3
Instant Meal Museums
Soak Up Some Culture at the Cup Noodles Museum in Yokohama
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Instant Noodle Soap
Get Clean With This Delicious Looking Ramen Cleanser
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Undercover Air Purifiers
The Cup Shitsuki USB Humidifier Looks So Good You Can Practically Eat It
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Meal-Inspired Popcorn Snacks
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Sauce-Inspired Purses
The Marinara Purse Celebrates a Well-Known Rao's Homemade Sauce
Instant Noodle Model Cars
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Japanese Culture-Inspired Homeware
Nigo‘s HUMAN MADE is Launching a Range of Home Hoods
Provocative Spread Pop-Ups
The Marmite Dark Room Entices Gen Z to Experience an Iconic Spread
Ninja-Inspired Curated Snack Boxes
Tokyotreat Embraces the Taste of Japan with a Ninja Theme
Beer-Paired Noodle Cups
Nissin Created a Guide to Pairing Cup Noodles and Beer for Oktoberfest
Pasta-Inspired Inflatable Pool Noodles
The Standard and Jumbo Launch the Pool Pasta Collection
Savory Soufflé Cups
Arnaboldi's Microwaveable Soufflés are Ready in Minutes
Ramen Noodle-Topped Pizzas
The Pizza Hut Kotteri-fuu Ramen Pizza Comes with Additional Sauce
Festival-Inspired Japanese Snack Boxes
TokyoTreat's Subscription Box is Themed & Limited-Edition
Japanese Inn-Inspired Apartments
Intheory Design Creates an Apartment Inspired by Ryokan
Ramen Noodle-Inspired Blankets
This Marutai Blanket Comes in a Bo Ramen-Inspired Packaging
Repurposed Pasta Boxes
Barilla & Marie Kondo are Sharing How to Reuse Packaging
Gourmet Convenience Snacks
Baby Star Ramen Created a Snack with a Michelin-Starred Restaurant
Plant-Powered Handheld Pockets
Mikey's Microwave Pockets Make a Hot, Flavorful Meal in Seconds
Breakfast Noodle Cups
Nissin's Cup Noodles Breakfast Features Favorite Morning Flavors
Seaweed Ramen Broths
These Fragrant Broths Are Plant-Based and Sustainably Sourced
Better-for-You Snack Rebrands
Eat Real's New Rebranding Highlights Nutritious Ingredients
Noodle-Free Instant Ramens
NOMEN Ramen Provides Flavor in a Decidedly Lighter Manner
Air-Dried Restaurant-Inspired Noodles
These New Momofuku Noodles Come in Two Flavors
Five-Star Frozen Entrees
By Chef Ramsay is a Line of Elevated Frozen Comfort Meals
Gamer-Targeted Noodle Cups
Nissin's Gaming Cup Noodle Supplies Long-Lasting Energy
Instant Noodle-Inspired PCs
Aftershock Presents a New Range of Food-Themed Computer Designs
Mobile All-in-One Ramen Restaurants
2m26 Designs a Compact Restaurant with Locally Sourced Timber
Co-Branded Viral Ramen
immi and TikTok Celeb CookingWithLynja Debut New Ramen
Mexican Cuisine-Inspired Snack Chips
These New Pringles Flavors are Only at 7-Eleven
Snackable Back-to-School Lunches
Little Spoon's Lunchers are Nutritious Meals for Big Kids
Pop-Up Takeout Joints
Knorr and Matty Matheson are Giving Out $5 Meals at Trinity Bellwoods
Rapid-Cook Pasta Meals
Pasta Noodles Co. Just Added New Instant Pasta Noodles in 3 Flavors
Easeful Asian-Inspired Meal Kits
The Molly Yeh x Blue Apron Box Simplifies At-Home Cooking
Restaurant-Ready Soup Lineups
Campbell’s Foodservice Just Launched Its New Culinary Reserve Soups
Origami-Inspired Lunch Boxes
The FoldiBox 2 Box has a Flatpack and Technical Design
Quick-Cook Ramen Noodles
The Barikata 55 Ramen Kenta Negi Tonkotsu is Ready in 55-Seconds
Japanese Bento-Inspired Stationery
NOOE's Bento Jot Offers an Efficient Storage Solution
Microwave-Safe Noodle Cups
Cup Noodles' #PaperCupConfessions Has Fans Fess Up to Cooking Habits
New Year-Inspired Snack Boxes
TokyoTreat New Year's Box Offers Special Snacks for the Season
Gamer Instant Noodle Products
These Nissin Cup Meshi Products Were Created with Capcom
Flavorful Potato-Based Snacks
These Crunchy Snacks Are Designed For Shareable Enjoyment
Expansive Cauliflower Pizza Products
These New Caulipower Products are Arriving This Month
Protein-Packed Snack Cups
Volpi Foods Snack Cups Come in Two Varieties
Craveable Frozen QSR Meals
Taco Bell at Home Cravings Kits Help Fans Make Menu Classics at Home
Restaurant-Style Frozen Snacks
These New Farm Rich Products are Making Their Debut at Walmart Now
Cheesy Instant Macaroni Products
Rice-A-Roni Mac-A-Roni Comes in Two Varieties
Dog-Friendly Instant Noodles
Dr. Pat Pat Philippines' Noodles for Dogs are Quick & Nutritious
Quick-Cooking Fresh Ramen Kits
Sun Noodle Kits Prepare Fresh Ramen in Minutes with 75% Less Water
Healthy Instant Ramens
Immi Launches Healthy Instant Ramen -- Roasted "Pork" Tonkotsu
Bagel-Inspired Noodle Cups
Fans Inspired Cup Noodles Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese
Cheesy Soup Dumplings
Souplings are a First-of-Their-Kind Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup Dumpling
Instant Noodle Measuring Cups
The Nissin Cup Noodle Measuring Cup Perfects Preparations
Snackable Pasta Chips
S'noods Turn Pasta from a Dinner Staple into Mid-Day Bites
Spicy 3D-Printed Bouillons
The Sugar Lab's Kimchi Bouillons Add Savory Flavor to Soups
Low-Carb Ready-to-Enjoy Meals
These SRSLY Low Carb Ready Meals Come in Five Vegan Options
No-Nonsense Snack Puffs
FFups Makes "Not Healthy Tasty Tubes"
Globally Inspired Pasta Bowls
ZENB's Pasta Agile Bowls Share a Taste of Yellow Pea Pasta
Branded Ramen Noodle Keychains
The Nissin Donbei Charms are Launching in Japan
Pasta-Inspired Pool Inflatables
The Standard Hotel and Jumbo Unveils the Pool Pasta Floats
Sandwich-Inspired 70s Decor
The Retro Schlotzsky's Sandwich Studio Line Honors an Iconic Menu Item
Savory Ice Cream Sandwiches
Nightingale x Pizza Hut Dreamed Up a New Snack for April Fool's Day
Versatile No-Boil Noodles
Trader Joe's New No Boil Noodles are Perfect for Quick Dinners
Spicy Virtual Restaurants
The Hot Ones Pop-Up Restaurant Puts Taste Buds to the Test
Ancient Grain Sourdough Noodles
123Dough's Noodles are Fermented for Easier Digestion
Expansive Spicy Snack Rebrands
The Flamin' Hot Brand Branches Off to Perform Standalone
Eco-Friendly Instant Noodle Packaging
Nissin Cup Noodles is Launching a New Paper Cup Packaging
Remixed Spiced Cheese Snacks
These Frito-Lay Snacks Include New and Returning Flavors
Heat-and-Eat Plant Pastas
REBL Eats and La Vie Teamed Up to Create Plant-Based Pasta Carbonara
Microwaveable Indian Cuisine Wraps
Deep Indian Kitchen Kati Street Wraps Feature Handmade Paratha
Paper-Based Instant Noodle Cups
The Pot Noodle Paper Pot Design is Headed to Tesco
Microwaveable Pasta Lines
Pasta-Roni's Ready-to-Eat Line Features Penne Alfredo & Rotini Marinara
Instant Ramen-Inspired Bedding Sets
Nissin Reveals Cup Noodle-Inspired Bedding Set
Pork Broth Seafood Ramens
The Cup Noodle Creamy Tonkotsu Seafood Has Rich Flavor and Texture
Convenient Steam-in-Bag Meals
Birds Eye Steamfresh Meals are Perfect for Midweek Lunch or Dinner
Retail Food Preparation Stations
Urban Eat Debuts a Smart Retail Solution for its Food-to-Go Range
Snackable Saucy Vegetables
First Quality Produce Introduces the 'Celery' and 'Dynamic Duo' Packs
Asian-Inspired Canned Teas
Twrl Milk Tea Creates Shelf-Stable Plant-Based Drinks
Cold Ramen Drinks
Ito En's Drinkable Ramen Captures the Flavors of a Favorite Dish
Heat-to-Eat Snack Ranges
This Urban Eat Food-to-Go Range Can Be Heated Inside its Packaging
Instant Korean Pastas
Tangle Bulgogi Alfredo Tangluccine is Globally Inspired & Quick-Cooking
One-Ounce Snack Packs
Rivalz Created Single-Serving Packs for the Back-to-School Season
Drinkable Porridge Soup Refreshments
These DyDo Canned Porridge Soups Come in Two Flavors
Unconventional Handcrafted Pastas
Giadzy Pasta Comes in Eight Unusual Shapes
Ultra-Spicy Ramen Packages
Nongshim Launches the New Super Spicy 'Shin Ramyun The Red'
Student-Focused Taco Kits
Taco Bell Launches the New 'S.O.S' Kit for College Students
Chili-Infused Noodle Packets
Nissin Hot & Spicy Fire Wok Noodles Come in Two Options
Vegetable-Based Snack Puffs
Snack'in For You Launches a New Snack Line Featuring Vegetable Puffs
Authentic Heat-and-Eat Meals
Nona Lim Instant Noodle Bowls and Heat & Serve Meat Entrees are Tasty
Restaurant-Style At-Home Tacos
Taco Bell Launches the New Craving Kits for At-Home Taco Night
Authentic At-Home Noodle Meals
Colman's Singapore Noodles Come in Recyclable Paper Packaging
Collaboration Creamy Spiced Fries
Taco Bell Secret Aardvark Nacho Fries are Arriving This Month
Asian-Themed Burger Debuts
White Castle Introduces the New Asian-Inspired Flavors for its Sliders
Regional Organic Frozen Meals
These New Amy’s Kitchen Organic Entrees Come in Two Options
Better-for-You Boxed Noodles
Goodles' Boxed Noodles are Packed with Protein and Fiber
Cup-Style Potato Snacks
Idahoan Foods Introduces the Shredded Potato Snack in Two Flavors
Saucy Prepackaged Noodle Dishes
Omsom Saucy Noodles Come in Four Flavors at Whole Foods
Premiumized Frozen Meals
By Andrew Zimmern Frozen Entrées Elevate Classic Comfort Foods
Plant-Powered Umami Noodles
Immi's High-Protein Instant Ramen Has "More Slurpable" Noodles
Crispy Plant-Based Dumplings
Rootberry's Crispy Dumplings Come in Varieties Like Pizza Supreme
Microwavable Peanut Noodle Bowls
This Spicy Peanutty Noodle Bowl with Chicken is Microwave-Ready
Extra-Cheesy Noodle Dishes
Noodles & Company is Enhancing Menu Items with 50% More Cheese Sauce
Clean Microwavable Meals
Good To-Go's Microwavable Meal Cups Simplify Favorite Recipes
High-Quality Microwaveable Rice Pouches
Merchant Gourmet Rice Pouches Come in Four Varieties
Meat-Focused Noodle Cups
Nissin is Releasing a Cup Noodle Variant with Special Mystery Meat
International Cuisine Salad Kits
These New Fresh Express Salad Kits Come in Two Options
Italian-Inspired Potato Chips
The Saucy Ladies' Makes Globally Inspired Kettle Cooked Potato Chips
Meat-Free Protein Pots
Squeaky Bean's New Protein Pots Contain Tasty Duck and Beef Alternatives
Multi-Serve Vegan Entrees
Sunday Supper's New Trio of Premium Entrees are Powered by Plants
Chili-Infused Asian Noodles
GEKI's Fiery Hot Chicken Noodles are Infused with Real Chili Flakes
Japanese Snack Box-Inspired Bathtubs
Duravit Launch an Infinity Bathtub Called Bento Starck Box
Asian Cuisine-Inspired Salad Kits
P.F. Chang’s Salad Kits Come in Two Flavor Varieties
Artisan-Inspired Pasta Sauces
These New Rao’s Homemade Pasta Sauces Come in Two Flavors
Ramen-Infused Chocolates
This Alicja Confections Bar Combines Ramen and Chocolate
Japanese Soy Milk Pouches
Peace Emphasizes Japan's Unique Tofu-Making Traditions
Consumer-Driven Frozen Snack Ranges
These New Farm Rich Products Come in Three Varieties
Asian-Inspired Sliders
White Castle Concocted Unique Slider Recipes for National Noodle Day
Plant-Based Camping Meals
Michelin-Trained Chefs Launched Poe & Co. Folk Foods
Crispy Rice Restaurant Treats
Noodles & Company Happy CrispiDays Includes Seven Varieties
Instant Noodle-Inspired Measuring Cups
The Nissin Measuring Cup Resembles its Iconic Noodles
Spicy Canned Spagettis
Spicy Original SpaghettiOs made with Frank's RedHot Just Dropped
Pretzel-Creme Snack Packs
Funky Mello Launches a New Snack Pack Inspired by Old Snack Trends
Veggie-Filled Meal Kits
Ready Pac Bistro Meal Kits Come in Three Delicious Flavors
Chicken-Filled Nacho Bites
Fridge Raiders Unveils the New Poppers Snack in 'Cheesy Nacho'
Cheesy Parmesan Pasta Bakes
Noodles & Company Introduces the 'Chicken Parmesan' Menu Item
Foodie-Friendly Rice Cups
These Riviana Foods Minute Rice Cups Come in Three New Varieties
Japanese Fried Chicken Ramens
JINYA Ramen Bar Celebrates Summer with Its New Karaage Chicken Ramen
Algae-Infused Dumplings
These 'Too Good To Be' Dumplings Have Algae-Infused Fillings & Wrappers
Premium Heat-and-Eat Soups
Zoup! is Bringing Its Soups in Jars to the Summer Fancy Food Show
Ultra-Fresh Deli Meals
Fresh Food For Now Debuts a New Assortment of Sandwiches, Salads, and Wraps
Promotional Ramen Campaigns
Nongshim Creates a Dance Challenge to Promote its New Ramen Products
Ready-to-Cook Noodle Products
These New Batchelors Products Answer Demand for Cheap, Easy Meals
Savory Stuffed Pasta Dishes
These Noodles & Company Stuffed Pasta Dishes Come in Four Options
Catchy Basked Pasta Ads
Noodles & Co.’s Chicken Parmesan Gets Ditty by Beloved Matt Farley
Restaurant-Inspired Ramen Products
The Itsu Restaurant’Ramen Range is Arriving in the UK
Heritage-Driven Deli Products
These Rovagnati Products Streamline Entertaining or Snacking
Protein-Packed Quick-Serve Meals
Perfect Servings Meals Just Need Water and Heating Before Eating