Osaka is Japan's third-largest city and a major commercial and industrial hub, with a population of over 19 million people in the greater Osaka area.
Fukuoka is a major city in southern Japan, located on the island of Kyushu, and is known for its cuisine and shopping.
The instant noodle, invented by Momofuku Ando in 1958, has become a staple food item in many countries around the world.