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Momofuku Ando

Momofuku Ando

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Business
Birthday
March 5, 1910
Died
January 1, 2007
Age
96
Net Worth
$50M

About

Momofuku Ando, born Go Pek-Hok, was a Taiwanese-Japanese inventor and businessman. He is best known as the founder of Nissin Food Products Co., Ltd. Ando revolutionized the food industry with the invention of instant noodles. His creation, Nissin Chikin Ramen, was the first commercially available prepackaged instant noodle product, forever changing the way people eat.

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Career Timeline

1958C$0.1M

Invented Instant Noodles

Ando creates Nissin Chikin Ramen, revolutionizing the food industry.

1971B$5M+$4.9M

Developed Cup Noodles

Ando introduces Cup Noodles, further expanding the popularity of instant noodles.

1990B$20M+$15M

Global Expansion of Nissin

Nissin becomes a global brand, achieving widespread recognition.

2005B$40M+$20M

Continued Innovation in Food

Ando continues to innovate, solidifying Nissin's place in the market.

2007B$50M+$10M

Ando's Death

Ando passes away, leaving behind a legacy of innovation.

2026B$50M

Inventor of Instant Ramen

Ando is remembered for revolutionizing the food industry.

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Last updated: February 25, 2026