PHOTOS: Korean instant noodles going global

SEOUL, April 07 (AJP) - The "2025 Korea Ramyeon Fair" took place at the COEX convention center in Magok, Seoul, from April 4-6, showcasing the enduring popularity and growing international reach of South Korean instant noodles.

This year's exhibition featured 150 companies, presenting a wide array of products, from the noodles themselves to raw ingredients, cooking equipment, and manufacturing supplies.

According to recent figures, exports of South Korean instant noodles reached $344 million in the first quarter of this year, marking a substantial 27.3 percent increase compared to the same period last year.

2025 대한민국라면박람회에서 관람객들이 전시 부스를 살펴보고 있다 YONHAP — Instant noodles are on display at the 2025 Korea Ramyeon Fair at the COEX convention center in Magok, Seoul. Yonhap

2025 대한민국라면박람회에 많은 관람객들이 찾아 성황을 이루고 있다 YONHAP — The 2025 Korea Ramyeon Fair/ Yonhap

관람객들이 즉석라면조리기에서 라면을 끓이고 있다 YONHAP — Visitors boil noodles using self-service cooking machines. Yonhap

관람객들이 다양한 토핑으로 나만의 라면 만들기 체험을 하고 있다 YONHAP — Visitors participate in a "make your own ramyeon" experience program with various toppings. Yonhap

Cho Bo-hee jobo@ajupress.com

PHOTOS: Korean instant noodles going global

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