# Lazy Egg-Inspired Ramen Packaging Nissin Top Ramen Launches Packs That Feature Sanrio's Gudetama By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-01-27 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissin-top-ramen References: [nissinfanstore](http://nissinfanstore.com/) [Nissin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-genesis-evangelion) [Top Ramen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-noodle-day-initiative) is effortlessly capturing consumer attention through a new collaboration with Sanrio that places [Gudetama](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamagotchi) — the beloved lazy egg with the "distinctive apathetic 'meh' attitude" — right front and center on the brand's packaging. Gudetama has become quite a cultural phenomenon and has been recognized in many brand partnerships. The collaboration with Nissin Top Ramen will place the animated character on the brand's Top Ramen Soy Sauce single bag, the Top Ramen Soy 6pk, the Top Ramen Chicken 5pk, and 6pk for a limited time. As the Japanese aesthetic is growing in popularity in the United States, the Nissin Top Ramen x Sanrio partnership is bound to take off and drive consumer purchases through references to pop culture. Image Credit: Nissin Top Ramen ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cultural Collaborations:** Exploring collaborations with popular cultural icons can attract consumer attention and drive sales. - **Japanese Aesthetic:** The growing popularity of the Japanese aesthetic presents opportunities for brands to tap into this trend and appeal to consumers. - **Pop Culture References:** Incorporating pop culture references in product packaging can help brands grab the attention of consumers and differentiate themselves in the market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food Packaging:** Food packaging companies can leverage collaborations with popular characters or brands to create unique and eye-catching packaging designs. - **Instant Noodles:** The instant noodles industry can explore partnerships with pop culture icons to create limited edition packaging and attract a wider consumer base. - **Consumer Goods:** Consumer goods companies can incorporate elements of Japanese culture or popular icons into their products to appeal to a broader audience and drive sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cartoon-Themed Kitchen Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoshinoya-at-home-campaign.md) - [Ramen Noodle-Inspired Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marutai-blanket.md) - [Branded Ramen Noodle Keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissin-donbei-charms.md) - [Instant Ramen-Inspired Bedding Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cup-noodle-bedding-set.md) - [Co-Branded Viral Ramen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookingwithlynja.md) - [Ramen Culture Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xlarge-x-takumi.md) - [Retro Digital Pet Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamagotchi.md) - [Limited Collaborative Instant Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kpop-demon-hunters-2.md) - [Cartoonish Custard Dessert Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanrio-x-pastel.md)