Cup Noodles (
カップヌードル,
Kappu Nūdoru) is a brand of
cup instant ramen developed in 1971 and manufactured by
Nissin. Single servings of the product are packaged in
foam, plastic, or paper cups and are prepared by adding boiling water.
Different brand names are used in different countries, such as in
Japan, where the singular form
Cup Noodle is used. The product has inspired various competing products, such as
Maruchan‘s Instant Lunch.