While in Osaka, I took a quick subway ride to Yokohama to visit the Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen Museum .
It was back in 1958 when Momofuku Ando invented the world’s first instant noodle. It took him a full year of research and experimentation to perfect it – working in a small shed he built in his backyard.
Osaka is the birthplace of instant noodles – and it’s still a fairly popular meal.
Fun fact: The average Japanese person eats ~40 packs of instant noodles per year.
There’s a really tunnel at the entrance that showcases the instant noodles lineup starting with the classic, Chicken Ramen. There are ~800 flavours on display and the sight of them all together is impressive.
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My Cup Noodles Factory: 0:48
This was awesome. You get to decorate your own Cup Noodle and pick your favourite toppings.
Chicken Ramen Factory: 2:22
Here, you’re guided through the process of making Ramen from scratch. Make sure to reserve a spot in advance.
If you’re looking for a fun and interactive way to learn about the history of Cup Noodles and make your own ramen, visit:
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