Momofuku Ando was a Taiwanese-Japanese inventor and entrepreneur, best known for founding the Nissin Food Products Co. in Japan. He is credited with creating the first instant ramen noodles in 1958, which revolutionized the way people consume noodles and made them more accessible worldwide. His invention was inspired by the need for a quick and affordable meal option. Ando's innovative product, called Chikin Ramen, quickly gained popularity and laid the foundation for the instant noodle industry. He continued to develop new products, including the famous Cup Noodles, which further expanded the market. Ando's contributions have had a lasting impact on global food culture.