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# Ramen-Flavored Fried Chicken Snacks
Lawson & Korakuen Launched the Karaage-Kun Friend Chicken

By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-11-25 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karaagekun-friend-chicken
References: [japantoday](https://japantoday.com/category/features/new-products/ramen-flavored-fried-chicken) & [lawson.jp](https://www.lawson.jp/en/product_service/product/)

[Lawson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sipn), the popular convenience store chain in Japan, recently joined forces with popular ramen restaurant chain Korakuen to launch the cross-over Korakuen Karaage-Kun (ramen-flavored fried chicken). The ramen-flavored fried chicken leverages the flavorful soy broth of Korakuen’s signature complex Chuka soba-style ramen. The delicious bite-sized morsels will be available at the counter alongside other seasonal and standard treats.

Alongside the Korakuen ramen Karaage-Kun fried chicken, the two brands are also launching orakuen ramen and stir-fry side dishes that will be available in Lawson’s pre-made food corner. The brands also announced plans to launch Korakuen [ramen-flavored potato chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asian-style-chips) with a third influence, Japanese chip master Calbee.

The Korakuen Karaage-Kun is now available with the ramen chips to launch just in time for Christmas on December 15th.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.3/10
- Popularity: 45% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Cross-over Snacks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring collaborations between different food brands to create unique flavor combinations.
- **Ramen-inspired Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating popular ramen flavors into different food categories to expand consumer options.
- **Seasonal Food Treats:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing limited-time seasonal food items to cater to changing consumer preferences and boost sales.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Convenience Store Chain:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing exclusive collaborations with well-known restaurants to attract new customers and drive sales.
- **Fast Food Restaurant Chain:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partnering with convenience store chains to bring their signature flavors and dishes to a wider range of consumers.
- **Snack Food Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experimenting with unconventional flavor profiles and collaborations to create unique and exciting snack options.

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