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The world's first publicly marketed instant noodles, Chikin Ramen, are introduced by Taiwanese-Japanese businessman Momofuku Ando.
Momofuku Ando launches Chikin Ramen, the world's first instant noodles, revolutionizing quick meals in 1958.
In response to postwar food scarcity, entrepreneur Momofuku Ando spent years experimenting with fried noodles.
On August 25, 1958, he unveiled Chikin Ramen, the first instant noodle product available to the public.
Packed with dehydrated vegetables and a chicken-flavored soup base, it offered a fast, affordable meal option.
Instant noodles quickly became popular across Japan, meeting the needs of busy workers and students.
Ando's innovation laid the groundwork for a global instant noodle industry valued in the billions today.
His creation not only transformed eating habits but also inspired future food technology developments.
1958
instant noodles
Chikin Ramen
Taiwanese
Japanese
Momofuku Ando