Korean noodle makers ride K-pop boom to grow global share

Nongshim, Samyang build more factories and expand into new markets

20251121N Korean ramen 1

The global success of "KPop Demon Hunters" has been a boon for instant noodle makers like Nongshim. (Photo by Nami Matsuura)

NAMI MATSUURA and HIROYASU ODA

SEOUL/TOKYO -- South Korean instant noodle makers are making a bid for greater market share, with Nongshim building a export-dedicated plant and Samyang Foods setting up its first factory in China, all to serve markets like the U.S., Europe and China.

Sponsored Content

About Sponsored ContentThis content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.