Cup Noodles is a brand of cup instant ramen developed in 1971 and manufactured by a Japanese food company Nissin Foods. Single servings of the product are packaged in foam, plastic, or paper cups and are prepared by adding boiling water.
The brand name Cup Noodle is also a registered trademark of Nissin Foods. In some countries, such as Japan, this singular form Cup Noodle is used. The product has inspired various competing products, such as Maruchan's Instant Lunch.