Hey fellow snack enthusiasts! You've probably munched on Elegant Snack's "Hoshitaro Snack Noodles" before, right? With a ton of flavors, including regional exclusives, they're a hit with kids and adults alike.
Well, get ready for some seriously cute news! Hoshitaro just announced a collab with the super popular IP "Chiikawa," turning two iconic manga dishes – "Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen" and "Giant Okonomiyaki" – into special wide-noodle versions of their snack noodles! They've already hit convenience store shelves across Japan.
These new "Chiikawa Hoshitaro Snack Noodles" (Tonkotsu Shoyu flavor / Okonomiyaki flavor) are literally the "Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen" and "Giant Okonomiyaki" from the manga, transformed into crunchy snacks. The wide noodle shape is super easy to munch on, and that's their biggest charm!
▼ Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen Flavor
Inspired by the "Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen" bowl from the manga, these noodles pack a rich pork bone broth aroma with a hint of vegetable sweetness. The packaging features Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Shisa.
▼ Giant Okonomiyaki Flavor
Drawing inspiration from the manga's "Giant Okonomiyaki," this flavor boasts a savory bonito flake aroma paired with a sweet sauce – totally addictive! You'll find Momonga, Kuri-Manju, and Yoshimoto on these packs.
This series is currently available at convenience stores across Japan, with supermarkets and mass retailers stocking up in December. If you're looking to grab some, keep an eye out! For those outside Japan, you'll have to wait and see if any Japanese specialty stores decide to import them.