CUPNOODLES MUSEUM Hong Kong Celebrates the Father of Instant Noodles, Momofuku Ando's 115th Birth Anniversary

A Must-Visit Destination in Hong Kong for a Food Innovation Journey

HONG KONG, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 5 March marks the 115th birthday of Momofuku Ando, the visionary inventor of instant noodles and founder of Nissin Foods! To honour his revolutionary contributions to global food culture, CUPNOODLES MUSEUM Hong Kong (the "Museum") is kicking off a series of celebration, inviting visitors to experience the creativity and innovation that changed the way the world eats. More than just a museum, it's a fully interactive space where guests can dive into the fascinating history of instant noodles and even create their very own customised versions at hands-on workshops. Step inside and experience the innovative journey of food invention!

A Legacy of Innovation That Changed the World

Mr. Momofuku Ando dedicated his life to reimagining food with creativity and innovation. Throughout his years, he embraced creative thinking and never gave up until his vision became reality. From inventing the world's first instant noodles, Chicken Ramen, in 1958, to revolutionising the industry with Cup Noodles in 1971, and even taking instant noodles to space with Space Ram in 2005, Mr. Momofuku Ando's relentless pursuit of innovation changed the way people eat worldwide.

An Unmissable Destination for Food Lovers and Families

Located in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, one of Hong Kong's most vibrant and easily accessible districts, the Museum introduces Mr. Momofuku Ando's inventions with interactive experiences for visitors of all ages. Surrounded by cultural landmarks and top travel destinations, the Museum has been a must-visit spot for travellers since its launch. It offers a fun-filled adventure through three hands-on workshops and immersive exhibitions that make food innovation exciting, creative, and unforgettable.

At the signature "My CUPNOODLES Factory" workshop, visitors can customise their very own CUPNOODLES, selecting from a variety of soup bases and toppings before designing a unique cup to take home. "Demae Iccho Factory" allows visitors to create their own noodles from scratch, enjoy the entire process of kneading, spreading, steaming and seasoning the wheat flour and drying it with the flash frying method. For those looking for a fun, family-friendly activity, the exclusive "My Granola Factory" lets visitors mix and match toppings to create their own granola snack, adding a creative twist to everyday food.

Special Limited-Edition Sets to Celebrate Mr. Momofuku Ando's Birthday

As part of the 115th birthday celebrations, from now until 31 March, two exclusive combo sets, the "Hiyoko-chan Combo" and "Cup Noodles Classic Combo", are introduced to honour Mr. Momofuku Ando's lifelong contributions to food. These sets include not only the signature Nissin Chicken Ramen Instant Noodle and Cup Noodles, but also various exquisite items like Hiyoko-chan bowls and sticky notes, Cup Noodles-themed shoe charms, and stylish stationery — practical, fun, and perfect for collectors!

Birthday Offer Now Available for Online Ticket Purchase

For those celebrating a birthday, the Museum is making it even easier to plan a fun-filled party! Birthday ticket offers can be pre-purchased online via KKDay for added convenience. Visitors celebrating their birthday month with friends and family can purchase the HK$100 Birthday Surprise Gift Bag to enjoy a Buy-3-Get-1-Free ticket offer for selected workshops, along with exclusive birthday photo moment with a digital keepsake.