Sapporo Ichiban Original Cup

Sapporo Ichiban is a brand of instant noodles produced by Sanyo Foods Co., Ltd., a Japanese company known for its instant noodle products. The brand's name, 'Sapporo Ichiban,' translates to 'Sapporo's number one [noodle],' reflecting the company's admiration for Sapporo's local ramen. The Original Cup variant features wavy noodles served in a light brown soup made from chicken stock, soy sauce, and a blend of vegetables and spices, with corn, carrots, and green onions added as toppings. Sanyo Foods operates manufacturing facilities in Maebashi, Gunma, Japan, and also produces Sapporo Ichiban noodles in Garden Grove, California, for the United States and Canadian markets. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and continues to be owned by Sanyo Foods Co., Ltd., with Sanyo Foods Corp. of America serving as its subsidiary for North American distribution.