Japanese convenience stores (Konbini) aren’t just shops. They’re also the world’s most evolved fast-food outlets.
Particularly iconic is “Nana Chiki,” sold at the hot snack corner next to the register—a signature item at Japan’s 7-Eleven. It’s juicy, spicy boneless fried chicken.
In January 2026, an astonishing new product arrived, developed specifically to be “added as a topping to cup noodles.” Its name: “Seven Premium Nana Chiki Recommended Bubuka Aburasoba.”
Let’s take a closer look at this unique product born from Japan’s convenience store culture.
The Fusion of Legendary Shop “Bubuka” and Fried Chicken
This new product was supervised by “Bubuka,” a renowned shop specializing in “Aburasoba” (oil noodles) located in Kichijoji, Tokyo. “Aburasoba” refers to ramen without soup. It’s a popular Japanese noodle dish where the noodles are tossed in a rich sauce and oil.
Typically, cup noodles are designed to be complete on their own. This product is different. It is designed so that its true deliciousness is only achieved when eaten together with “Nanachiki”.
Product Details
- Product Name: Seven Premium Nanachiki Recommended Bubuka Aburasoba
- Price: 278 yen (300.24 yen including tax)
- Release Date: Starting Tuesday, January 13, 2026
- Sales Area: All 7-Eleven stores nationwide in Japan
Why is “Chicken Topping” Recommended?
It’s not simply because “adding fried food makes it tasty.” This cup noodle hides meticulous calculations.
- Special Spice Blend: A dedicated spice blend was developed to enhance the unique spicy flavor of Nanachiki. The aroma when slurping the noodles and the aroma when eating the chicken harmonize beautifully in your mouth.
- Roasted Breadcrumb Texture: Roasted breadcrumbs are intentionally included in the noodles.This is a clever touch to recreate the crispy coating of the chicken. The combination of the chewy thick noodles, the crunchy breadcrumbs, and the real chicken coating creates an amazing texture.
The development team stated, “We want people to enjoy this as a luxurious treat (Guilty Pleasure) after work or on their days off.”
Campaign Offering Savings on Your Next Purchase
Additionally, a campaign is running to tempt you to try this “forbidden combination.” Purchase a set of eligible cup noodles and “Nana Chicken,” and you’ll receive a coupon for a discount on your next purchase.
- Campaign Details: Buy eligible “Abura Soba” and “Nana Chicken” together, and a 200-yen discount coupon for your next “Myojo Bubuka Abura Soba” purchase will be printed on your receipt.
- Coupon Issuance Period: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 – Monday, January 25, 2026* Coupon Usage Period: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 – Monday, February 2, 2026
This is like an invitation to the “endless loop of abura soba.” A 200-yen (approx. $1.30 USD) discount is a very substantial amount for a Japanese convenience store campaign.
Create the “Ultimate Set” at Japanese Convenience Stores
If you’re in Japan right now, head to your nearest 7-Eleven. Then, order the “Nanachiki” at the register with a little pride. The experience of eating piping hot chicken atop rich abura soba in a warm room will surely become a special winter memory in Japan.
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