Saturday marked the fiftieth anniversary of Nissin Foods’ Cup Noodle.
On September 18, 1971, Japan’s main immediate noodle maker launched a product that may very well be eaten three minutes after including scorching water. The ease of preparation invited competitors from many different meals firms.
Domestic manufacturing of cup-type immediate noodles has develop into about 1,000 occasions bigger over the previous half century. The flavors have been modified over time to fulfill the wants of the occasions.
New merchandise have not too long ago been put available on the market as customers develop into more and more well being aware.
Noodles which are wealthy in protein and low in carbohydrates have been launched.
There are additionally low-sodium noodles and others with as a lot dietary fiber as a complete lettuce.
More meals producers are switching from plastic to paper containers to reply to better environmental consciousness amongst customers.
Nissin’s model supervisor, Shirasawa Tsutomu, says his firm hopes to introduce new merchandise that meet the demand created by altering existence.
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