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Did you know that the birthplace of instant ramen, known to everyone, is in Ikeda City, Osaka?
The Cup Noodles Museum records the story of how instant ramen, a globally popular food that originated from Ikeda, Osaka, was born! This time, we will introduce the highlights and fun of the Cup Noodles Museum♪
Even Ittade Neko visited the Cup Noodles Museum!
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What is the Cup Noodles Museum?
The Cup Noodles Museum in Ikeda, Osaka, is an experiential museum where you can learn about the history of instant ramen, which was born as a new food culture.
The world’s first instant ramen, which is still delicious and popular today, is “Chicken Ramen”! It was born in a small shed built in the backyard of Momofuku Ando’s house.
And with a lot of wisdom and new ideas, “Cup Noodles” were born, becoming a beloved food not only in Japan but around the world.
Even after the birth of Chicken Ramen and Cup Noodles, new instant ramen has been continually developed, and you can learn about this history at the Cup Noodles Museum!
Full of Highlights! Exhibits on Instant Ramen and More
The Cup Noodles Museum in Ikeda, Osaka, has exhibits, experiential attractions (introduced in another article!), and a museum shop.
Here are the exhibits where you can learn about the birth and history of instant ramen:
The Birth of Chicken Ramen
A faithful reproduction of the research shed where the world’s first instant ramen, Chicken Ramen, was born, including the tools and materials used by Momofuku Ando. It’s worth seeing.
Momofuku Ando and the Story of Instant Ramen
This exhibit introduces the episode of how Momofuku Ando invented instant ramen, the history of its subsequent development, and the importance of intellectual property. There are hands-on experiences, such as turning handles and opening doors, making it an enjoyable exhibit for small children. You can also see the actual first space ramen, a rare experience.
Magical Table (Currently Closed)
A corner where quizzes about instant ramen are provided.
Cup Noodles Drama Theater
A Cup Noodles-shaped theater that introduces the secrets of Cup Noodles, loved worldwide. You can watch about 13 minutes of impressive animation and CG on a large screen.
World Instant Ramen
An exhibit where you can learn about the 100 billion servings of instant ramen consumed annually. The exhibit displays the packages of Cup Noodles sold worldwide and the annual consumption by country, full of highlights from start to finish!
The Footsteps of Momofuku Ando
Introducing the footsteps of Momofuku Ando, who changed the world’s food culture. The exhibit displays his famous sayings, awards, and medals recognizing his significant contributions to the development of food culture, and his New Year’s messages until he passed away.
Instant Ramen Tunnel
An exhibit featuring instant ramen starting from Chicken Ramen. About 800 types of packages are displayed, many of which are rare. It’s a popular photo spot, so be sure to take pictures when you visit♪
Tasting Room (Currently Closed)
An area where you can purchase and eat standard products such as Chicken Ramen and Cup Noodles, as well as regionally limited products from vending machines.
Museum Shop
A shop selling original goods from the Cup Noodles Museum and popular Hiyoko-chan goods familiar from Chicken Ramen. The Chicken Ramen Manju, shaped like Hiyoko-chan’s face, is very cute! It’s a moist yellow bean paste Japanese confection, not chicken ramen flavored. It’s sure to be a delightful souvenir!
Check out the report on the experiential attractions here!
Tabisuru Neko experienced the “My Cup Noodles Factory”! The report is introduced in the article below. Please check it out♪
I had the opportunity to experience the hugely popular My Cup Noo...
If you want to know the history of instant ramen, be sure to visit the Cup Noodles Museum!
This time, we introduced the highlights and fun of the exhibits at the Cup Noodles Museum in Ikeda, Osaka! In a separate article, we introduce the experience report of the My Cup Noodles Factory. Please read it together!
| address | 8-25 Masumicho, Ikeda City, Osaka Prefecture, 563-0041 |
| telephone number | 072-752-3484 (Reception hours: 9:00 – 16:30, except on closed days) |
| Admission fee | free |
| Attraction fee | [Chicken Ramen Factory] Elementary school students: 600 yen (tax included) Junior high school students and above: 1,000 yen (tax included) [My Cup Noodle Factory] 500 yen per meal (tax included) |
| Cup Noodles Museum Official Website | https://www.cupnoodles-museum.jp/en/osaka_ikeda/ |
※There may be changes in operating hours, temporary closures, and admission restrictions. Please check the official website before your visit.
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