It is said that the best way to enjoy the flavor of noodles is sucking the small portions all the way in and swallowing them without chewing. But you cannot be considered a connoisseur of Japanese food unless you learn how to slurp. And what is considered rude in Western world is the aesthetic way of eating in Japan.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
chic way of eating noodles
It is said that the best way to enjoy the flavor of noodles is sucking the small portions all the way in and swallowing them without chewing. But you cannot be considered a connoisseur of Japanese food unless you learn how to slurp. And what is considered rude in Western world is the aesthetic way of eating in Japan.
Friday, October 30, 2009
nikko
There's this saying in Japanese: dont say it's good before you see Nikko (know in the Western world thru the image of three monkeys). A must see even if it's not on Lonely Planet travellers' ranking.
Sunday, October 25, 2009
momiji
In April, cherry blossom brings in spring, while in October momiji, known as the Japanese maple, announces autumn has come. Crowds hem around each tree to take millions of pictures and the restaurants serve food on plates with maple trees decor garnished with ripening leaves.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
cherry blossom girl
A springtime craze of cherry flower viewing. As the blossoms last only a week or two and starts at different dates in different parts of Japan each year the weather bureau announces blossom forecast. Today flower viewing consists mostly of having an outdoor party beneath the cherry with loads of buzz.
Monday, April 20, 2009
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