# Meal-Inspired Keychains INU INU's Udon Keychain Celebrates Society's Raman Obsession By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-10-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychains References: [inuinu](http://inuinu.com/collections/new/products/ramen-keychain?variant=3631525633) Like clothes and jewelry pieces, keychains are a great way to express one's signature sense of style. INU INU's Udon keychain is an homage to [ramen noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xlarge-x-takumi) and society's obsession with the convenient Asian dish. In addition to adding a fun element to any set of keys, this accessory is also an homage to a popular food item. While most [novelty keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ulta-beauty-x-mini-brands-pops-plush-keychains) come in smaller sizes, this ramen-themed accessory is oversized, ensuring your house keys won't get lost. The distinct key accessory is a fun and affordable novelty gift and will appeal to INU INU's millennial audience. In addition to offering [fun accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyu-chan) like this one, the retailer appeals to niche youth cultures and carries clothing that is both quirky and genderless -- a popular theme that's being embraced by both established and independent fashion labels. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Keychain Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop customizable keychains that cater to various fashion styles and interests. - **Oversized Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create oversized accessories that make a bold statement and provide functionality. - **Novelty Gifts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design unique and affordable novelty gifts that cater to specific interests and hobbies. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate quirky and genderless clothing options into fashion retail to cater to diverse consumer preferences. - **Personal Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a range of personalized accessories, including keychains, that express individuality and style. - **Gifting Market:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the market for unique and affordable novelty gifts that resonate with specific target audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plushie Keychain Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/line-friends-plushie-keychains.md) - [Accessorized Styling Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/style-treat-sweet-to-sleek-treat.md) - [Cookie-Imitating Adorable Keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmade-snack-charm.md) - [Ramen Noodle-Inspired Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marutai-blanket.md) - [Food-Inspired Fashionable Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-onigiri-purse.md) - [Puffer Jacket-Replicating Keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-nuptse.md) - [Collectible Hand Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comfort-hand-cream.md) - [Fashion-Focused Novelty Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimmon-collectibles.md) - [Beauty Character Keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyu-chan.md)