WINA was established in March 1997 as IRMA (International Ramen Manufacturers Association) with the purpose of improving the industry and enhancing people's diet around the world by improving the quality of instant noodles as well as increasing consumption. Following the adoption of CODEX International Standards for Instant Noodles, the IRMA changed its name to "WINA (World Instant Noodles Association)," in February 2007, to comply with the category name "Instant Noodles" certified as the authentic name under CODEX.
WINA held the 6th World Instant Noodles Summit, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the invention of instant noodles in Osaka, the birthplace of the products. We aim for further progress of the instant noodles industry toward the next 50 years.