RIP Noodle Guy

The inventor of Cup Noodles, Momofuku Ando, has passed away. In 1958 he invented the ubiquitous noodly delicacy that we all know and love, hoping to create a convenient and inexpensive meal for the working class. His company, Nissin Foods, has grown into a huge and well-recognized corporation world wide and Cup Noodles have become a supermarket staple ever since.

Thank you, Mr. Ando. I couldn't have survived college without you. Rest in peace, my friend.

Related Links:

The History of Noodles

Excellent Obit piece for Ando in the New York Times

Shin Yokohama Ramen Museum

Ramen Noodle Blog