Kairikiya and Lawson to Launch Co-Developed Ramen Products in Kinki Region on May 19

Kairikiya Co., Ltd. has announced the release of two products co-developed with convenience store chain Lawson: 'Kairikiya-Supervised Gomadare Hiyashi Chuka' (Cold Ramen with Sesame Sauce) and 'Kairikiya-Supervised Yaki Ramen' (Fried Ramen). The products will be available at Lawson stores in the Kinki region starting Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

The 'Kairikiya-Supervised Gomadare Hiyashi Chuka' (599 JPY, tax incl.) is a cold noodle dish topped with chicken, namul-style bean sprouts, cucumber, shredded egg, pickled red ginger, and nori seaweed. The sesame-based sauce features a hint of soy sauce. The 'Kairikiya-Supervised Yaki Ramen' (599 JPY, tax incl.) is a soy-sauce-based fried ramen topped with chashu pork, back fat, sautéed green onions, pickled red ginger, and fried garlic for a flavorful accent.

Sales Overview Sales Period: From Tuesday, May 19, 2026, until supplies last. Sales Area: Lawson stores in the Kinki region (approx. 2,500 stores as of the end of April 2026, excluding Lawson Store 100).

About Ramen Kairikiya 'Kyoto Kitashirakawa Ramen Kairikiya' was founded in June 2005 in Kyoto's highly competitive ramen district of Kitashirakawa. As of May 19, 2026, the chain operates 182 stores nationwide. Its signature product is the 'Kyoto Back-Fat Soy Sauce Ramen,' known for a flavor that is both light yet rich and deep, earning support from a wide range of customers. The restaurant also offers a full side menu, with the popular 'Yakimeshi' (fried rice) seasoned with a special soy sauce-based tare that pairs perfectly with the ramen. Suburban locations are equipped with parking and booth seating to create a comfortable environment for customers with children.