Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Japanese Etiquette Tips Slurping of noodles is not only polite, it is almost expected. Forget what your Mom told you – Never eat noodles without slurping! Public restrooms have a code of etiquette. Often you will find slippers at the doorway to a rest room. Use them […]
July 2013
I’m Traveling to Japan, and I Can’t Use Chopsticks … Help!
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Traveling to Japan provides the opportunity to try new foods and enjoy a unique cultural experience. Although using chopsticks is not a requirement, it is helpful because it offers the chance to try foods at unique venues. Identify the Problem Traveling to Japan does not mean that […]
Beyond Godzilla – A Cinematic Tour of Japan on Film
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! The cinema might seem an unlikely source of inspiration of Japanese sightseers, but many famous films serve that purpose quite admirably. Examples include: Shunjiku/Shibuya (Lost in Translation) – Lost in Translation is as much as love letter to the Shinjiku and Shibuya areas of Tokyo as it […]
10 Most Interesting Superstitions in Japanese Culture
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Before going on a holiday to Japan, learn about the superstitions that are part of the unique culture of the region. Japanese culture has a wide range of interesting folk-tales and superstitions that differ from Western cultures. Four is the Number for Death The superstition that the […]
Learn How to Make Sushi the Right Way
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Sushi is a class of Japanese dishes that contains vinegared rice and other ingredients such as dried seaweed and raw fish. Tourists who visit Japan can take a short class in making sushi, although the training for a professional sushi chef requires at least 10 years. The […]
This Isn’t Your American Sushi Bar – The Differences to an Authentic Japanese Sushi Bar
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Sushi Chef
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Residents of the western hemisphere love sushi bars; feasting with glee on sushi rolls, teriyaki chicken and lots and lots of rice. Whether dining at a hibachi restaurant or ordering from a food cart at the local mall, sushi has invaded Western culture like a tasty combination […]