Nissin Cup Noodles commercials: A roundup of buzzworthy ads featuring outlandish, over-the-top direction.
Nissin Cup Noodles, a classic product that’s practically synonymous with instant ramen, is something many people have probably tried at least once.
In this article, we’ll be introducing some of those familiar Cup Noodles commercials!
When it comes to Nissin Cup Noodles ads, their defining feature is definitely their over-the-top, outlandish direction.
Sometimes you might even think, “Isn’t this going a bit too far?”—but that bold approach is what makes them so entertaining, and they’ve got lots of fans.
We’ve gathered a bunch of commercials that have aired over the years, so take this opportunity to check them out again.
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Nissin Cup Noodles commercials: A roundup of the buzzworthy ads with outlandish direction (41–50)
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles This flavor is one-of-a-kind in the world: “MISIA” Edition
This is a parody version, created specifically for this commercial, of a famous MISIA song that is widely used and loved in various contexts.
The original song has been covered by many artists across different dramas and generations, but this parody, like the original, features a beautiful, soaring vocal performance that is in no way inferior to MISIA’s own rendition.
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles NO BORDER “Hope” Version
This is a commercial from 2004 that makes viewers reflect on global social issues.
In a certain overseas city, Cup Noodles are lined up in a row to mark the boundary with a neighboring area, and people live their lives without crossing that line.
However, toward the end of the commercial, a boy picks up one of the Cup Noodles forming the boundary and breaks the line, and in the climax, he is shown eating Cup Noodles together with a man who had been on the other side.
The background music for the commercial features Mr.Children’s “Tagatame.” With lyrics that prompt us to think about world peace, the song pairs perfectly with the commercial’s narrative.
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles “STAR WARS Yoda” Version
This commercial, aired in 2011, was a collaboration with the movie Star Wars and features Yoda.
It’s a compelling ad with a powerful message, as Yoda speaks about the importance of believing in oneself.
The background music is “Number One Guy!” by The Cro-Magnons.
Released in 2011, the song’s lyrics describe repeatedly getting back up and striving to become number one, making it an uplifting anthem that gives listeners courage.
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles “Gundam” Version
A track by The Cro-Magnons, formed by members who previously belonged to famous bands such as THE BLUE HEARTS, SADS, and Gargoyle.
The song was used in Nissin Cup Noodles’ “Gundam” commercial, and its punchy yet loose vocals paired with tight instrumentation really amp up the energy.
As you watch the scene of Gundam standing up with a kettle in hand, you can’t help but feel a sense of exhilaration, as if something new is about to begin.
It’s a number that captures the excitement typical of Cup Noodles commercials, which are always a hot topic.
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles HUNGRY DAYS One Piece ‘Summit Cavalry Battle’ Version
This is one of the “HUNGRY DAYS” series commercials, known for its youth-anime style, created in collaboration with ONE PIECE.
It depicts ONE PIECE characters taking part in a cavalry battle at a school sports festival, delivering a sense of immediacy and making for a highly engaging piece.
With popular characters appearing one after another, it’s a must-watch for fans of the original.
The background music features Maximum the Hormone’s “Hungry Pride,” whose heavy, loud rock sound paired with distinctive lyrics creates a truly one-of-a-kind world.
In this commercial, the characters’ dialogue takes center stage, so the song is hard to hear—be sure to check out the music video or other sources to listen to the track as well.
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles “FREEDOM” Version
As part of the FREEDOM-PROJECT, this is one of the commercials that aired between 2006 and 2008.
The animation, created with Katsuhiro Otomo—known as the author of Akira—was used, and many viewers likely paid close attention to its animation style and story.
Even now, watching it is exciting—it’s a captivating commercial.
The BGM features Hikaru Utada’s 2007 release “Kiss & Cry,” a love song with strikingly unique lyrics that even include the words “Nissin Cup Noodles!”
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles This One-of-a-Kind Flavor “BON JOVI” Version
It’s a single released by Bon Jovi in 1986, known in Japan either by the title “Forbidden Love” or by the phrase “Shot through the heart.” It was used as the song for the fourth installment of the Nissin Cup Noodles commercial series “This flavor is one of a kind in the world.”
In conclusion
We’ve introduced a roundup of Cup Noodles commercials and the songs used in them. Cup Noodles ads have long been known for their bold, quirky direction. They range from laugh-out-loud funny to ones that draw you in and make you watch closely. The background music also features popular tracks from both Japan and abroad, so there were probably some songs that caught your attention. Take this opportunity to watch the Cup Noodles commercials carefully and enjoy them all over again.