Japanese Table Manners and how to use Chopsticks 〜和食の作法〜 | easy Japanese home cooking recipe
In this video, I am showing how to use chopsticks properly, several Japanese table manners including eight taboos when using chopsticks.
The most important value in Japanese culture is "respect," so the Japanese manners are based on respect towards not only to other people but also on the lives (food) and the human work.
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00:00 Intro
01:06 Three types of Chopsticks
02:35 How to hold chopsticks properly
05:03 Japanese table setting
06:33 Japanese table manners
11:03 Eight taboos when using chopsticks
14:55 Ending
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I love the fact that the Japanese people appreciate the entire process of brining food (lives) to the table. I wish everyone was so thoughtful.
As Christians we do 😇
@@kelliintexas3575 the pope plays with little boys
@@lilypad2 yeah, but like, respectfully. It's the little wangs in life.
I do appreciate It is difficult to slow down in a world of speed. Slow means wasting payed time Not producing enough Hamburgers You gone . Find some other performing artist with a brain eight arms and six legs for 10 dollar??? Its only a small matter of a clock ticking tock Shock 😲 Things change Bang
@@johnskott6304 The little what?
Being Native American, I was interested to see things we have in common. We are taught to be greatfull to the lives given (plant &animal) so we can eat and live. We also don't point with fingers, but use our chin or lips in the direction .😁
I truly love what you said... But I also wanted to say, THANK YOU for using "Being" or anything else instead of "As a" to start. Yes, It's such a small and silly thing to nitpick over... I'm an idiot, but I can't help it. "As a" just doesn't feel or sound right, and seemingly everyone uses it.
in russia it is impolite to point fingers at people, you wanna use your hand for that. for pointing at things it's fine.
Lol, Its weyyweyyy ober der. XD
I'm Native American as well, Wampanoag!
That could be because your ancestors most likely walked across the land bridge in Alaska coming from Asia. Both cultures are rich in ideas like honor , respect, and balance with nature.
"Itadakimasu" I am humbled by such great gesture Japanese people have. Gratitute for the lives that become our food and all others who have made the food and brought it to us. "Namaste" from India!! We too do "Namaste" by bringing hands together in a similar fashion.
Nah it's quite different, we do namaste to greet someone in indian way, whereas itakadimasu is done to show gratitude to the cook, and the people by whose efforts the dish was made possible. In indian culture we have a different way to chant a shloka(which is done rarely now) for the food and the God b4 having the meal
@@niXrgI agree. Greetings and gratitude are two different things.
I also do that. And to indicate something other than mosquitos or cockroaches (I sometimes even point at them with my feet), I use my whole hand.
Wrong Chinese chopsticks still can do all what's Japanese can do and Chinese not only wood, plastic, metal ,gold or ivory in the rich and elite ? The Korean used metal chopsticks and spoon but am not here to about look it yourself 😂
Thank you for explaining all the manners. I did an exchange to Japan in high school and remember being shocked when we were eating with the family and Otōsan slurping his noodles. 40 years later it still makes me smile remembering it. The Japanese are so kind and such lovely people.
Slurping soup allows you to avoid being scalded by the hot liquid, because when you slurp, you simultaneously sip soup and air thereby cooling the hot liquid slightly enough for you to enjoy it without scalding your tongue and lips.
You get the same result by blowing gently the hot food. That way, no noise of slurping nor burping because you swallowed air. I get it is a cultural thing, not better not worse.
I guess that makes some sense, but here’s a thought too…wait until it’s cool enough that you don’t have to slurp to avoid burns. I was raised that if you can hear someone eating, it better be because they’re eating chips. Otherwise it’s rude because no one wants to hear what’s going on in your mouth. Sort of the same concept as chewing with you’re mouth closed and not talking with food in your mouth. No one wants to see your food.
@@dudanunesbleff blowing breathe spread saliva droplets. Best Avoid COVID and others germs and viruses.
@@dudanunesbleff I'm Japanese 74yrs old and I find Taiji slurps a lot when he demonstrate eating finished dishes. I think it's his home cultural thing. We don't usually slurp except hot soup noodles so that you can cool it to enjoy while it's still hot. Many Foreigners are not used to eating piping hot food but in Japan some dishes (including Ramen, Udon, Soba and some pot dishes etc. ) are served that way precisely bcz it's best while it's hot. So yes it's a cultural thing but it's uncomfortable to witness foreign ppl struggling to eat hot noodles of any kind just go ahead and slurp it you're doing Japanese cultural thing.
@@dudanunesbleff I was told that in Asian cultures it was a sign of respect to the chef indicating that you were enjoying the meal. It may be country/culturally specific, though.
I loved this video. I have wanted to learn "Japanese Table Manners" for so long and finally I ran across this video. You have explained it so well. Japanese culture is so beautiful. Thank you so much.
Much, much thanks. Very appreciative to share us japanese ways of eating with Chopsticks.😊
I worked in Osaka at a steel mill in the middle 90's and we ate in the cafeteria for lunch on the first day I got my meal and asked my boss if chopsticks were mandatory he said only if you want respect. When we got to the table I everyone was watching and I grabbed the chopsticks and started to eat they all sat back down with smiles and watched me try to eat. I gained a lot of respect and was even given advise over my stay on the use of the chopsticks.
6:38 best explanation as to why the Japanese say “Itadakimasu” before every meals. Non denominational gratefulness.
Your instruction is exemplary and thoughtful. I instructed many executives during the 1990’s traveling to Japan for business meetings an your concise and thoughtful instruction would have been a superb example for me to use. Your revealing the Japanese name for the infractions was also very meaningful to me as well. Those are terms seldom taught inn Japanese lessons but very helpful to know and understand. You are a superb instructor.
Being a foreigner shouldn’t excuse anyone of proper manners. I think it’s the responsibility of the traveler to learn a country’s customs beforehand in order to be respectful. Thank you for lending us a hand in doing this!
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totally agreed.
I dont agree, People dont have tine for bullshit. Mahathma gandi said this, U drank manners I drank tea, Manners are some shit , U may have such a small mind to not realise this along with the fools that liked ur shit. Respect is different but people from different cultures neednt to learn all those manners
Exactly 🙌🏾
So if you follow this logic it means Asian people should not slurp when they come to western cultures.
The elegant way to pick them up contradicts what you explain right after
Came here to learn how to properly eat miso soup. 🙏 It’s striking how similar yet different each Asian cultures are! Since you mentioned, I thought I’d share why Koreans use metal chopsticks and the historical significance behind it. Koreans eat a variety of side dishes which are mostly cold, some hot. The metal allows the food to stay in proper temperature ie. If the dish is cold, it will stay cold, vs if it’s eaten hot, it will stay hot. Metal was largely available for even the poorest of the population. It’s merely an imitation of silver which was mainly used for the Kings and rulers to detect Arsenic poisoning from food. It’s also table etiquette not to bring your bowl of food to your face, or hold it in your hand, thus we didn’t have to worry about burning our hands from a hot bowl of rice 😂 Nowadays, stainless steel is mainly used to keep the custom, but mainly because it is also anti microbial. Hope this knowledge was informational to your learning. Thank you for sharing this video!
I'm from HK, and I prefer the Japanese chopsticks for so many years! Thank you Taiji for the taboos.
Thank you So much! My grandmother is Japanese yet my brother & I were never taught anything about her family or our Japanese heritage. Now in my 50's I'm learning as much as possible and planning a trip to Japan. You make everything easy - THANK YOU!
I usually eat popcorn with chopsticks (hashi) to avoid getting butter or seasonings on my hands, and it is great practice. Also, you can use a chopstick rest or stand (hashioki) for the place setting when not in use. Thanks for the thorough explanations!
Thanks! That's a great idea to practice chopsticks.
I am 60 years old Japanese. From my perspective, this video was very well produced. Explains modern Japanese eating etiquette. However, unfortunately, the reality is that many (or the most of） Japanese people cannot use chopsticks properly and do not know the etiquette of eating. So, I thought that Japanese people should watch this video and learn.
I'm half Native American and I am also familiar with the principle of thanking the lives that had to be taken in order for us to eat to sustain ourselves - and to apologize to the animals that lost their lives so that we can sustain ours. Very good video, I am about to learn to use chopsticks because it's so much more elegant to eat with them than either grabbling with forks or spoons, or just using one's fingers as is common in the Middle East and South Asia.
Have fun learning!! ❤
I'm just a regular white guy, but I also do this. In good weather I often (multiple times a week) will eat my dinner outside while watching the sunset, and I thank God for my food, for my life, and I thank the animals for giving their lives for me to eat. I only eat fish meat though. I believe its important to be thankful for our food.
People who have had a garden or have been around hunting also have a greater appreciation. I know I do. I try very hard not to waste anything. I give thanks to the farmers, so many people are involved during every process of having food on your plate in front of you. Many many processes,and people. And always give thanks to an animal. You don't have to be Japanese or Indian, you just have to have awareness of how the food arrived to your mouth. 😊
Why eat animals at all in that case? You don't need to eat animals to sustain life. Just an excuse.
@@plauditecives It's not like human biology and history revolved around eating meat right?
Amazing video of using chopstick!!! Very interesting of a refine and understanding cultures of Japan. I enjoyed and am glad that you share with us!! Hey look, I am 73 yrs and getting a bit depress being 24/7 in a four walls but watching this sparked some sunshine into my spirit! Thanks from Auckland New Zealand
I hope you are well Anna ! 🙂 Just wanted to send you a smile. These videos are so nice to watch.
Love that the word "Itadakimasu" means thanking the ppl for their hard work for growing, producing,, catching, and delivering the food. So, cool
Thank you so much! I was raised in a huge American family that relied on convenience but I've always been a foodie. I love the ceremony around Japanese food. I eat slowly and really savor the flavors. It's important to me that I'm respecting the chef and the food. ❤
I worked in Korea and they said they made chopsticks in metal because the Japanese army took all their trees during WWII
Wow! And my Korean friend gave me some made from sterling silver
I can’t love this enough especially the part about Itadakimasu prayer.
Thank you for this video. As a Palestinian who loves Japanese culture and heritage, I really enjoyed this video and the other video about the Japanese home. I shared the knowledge and information with my family who have shown the same enthusiasm and enjoyment. Thank you. I hope to visit Japan again and apply what I learned. Arigato
I read that laying the chopsticks sideways on top of the dish usually meant you’re done eating though. I did it a ramen shop and the waiter immediately came by and cleared the table and gave me my bill and thanked me for coming by
Maybe the waiter was disgusted with your poor manners and wanted to get out of there as soon as possible.
箸をお椀の上に置く行為は日本人だとしても間違えて頻繁にやってしまいます😅 式典や高級日本料理店に行った時だけ気を付けてます
@@johnp139 Please that's so mean but I was cackling at this comment 😭😂
I think placing the chop sticks across the edge of a bowl or plate mistake made by many westerners is fusing fork and knife with chopstick etiquette. Forks/knives are placed that way across dishes to signal to servers in a restaurant that you are finished with the dish/course. Much like for example at a special event banquet. Think of Downton Abbey or a state banquet with royalty like a v.i.p. Many different courses and utensils/plates for each in a certain order. Most people never need to learn all that.
In a fine dining or more conscious etiquette in Western culture (and sone other cultures), lying your silverware aligned on your plate diagonally let’s a server know you are finished. That could translate to some Japanese restaurants or servers as well.
Thank you for appreciating and respecting the lives of all things that bring nourishment to us. Also the people who work hard to bring it to our table.
I love using chopsticks 🥰 being left handed using chopsticks is really cool and it's amazing on how to properly use them.
Why specifically being left handed would make using chopsticks cooler? (I’m left handed and use them with left hand btw)
@@outofahat9363 I was just saying
There are many instructions on the Japanese table manners, but this one is by far the most informative and thoughtful that comes to mind.
I love this video on table manners and on how to hold the chopsticks. I've visited Japan 4x and fell in love with your country, but what made shy to eat out was my inadequacy in using the chopsticks. Thanks for your clear direction on how to hold/use them.
No problem! Most restaurants will ask if you can eat with chopsticks. These days, of course! And most Japanese will give you a lot of room if your chopstick manners are inadequate, or still developing. Once I went with my boyfriend (a foreigner from a 3rd world country) who could not use chopsticks, to a small island resort area. The inn provided meals. Nobody asked if we could use chopsticks. I was afraid I would have to use my own chopsticks to feed my boyfriend. Miracle upon miracles -- after more than a year in Japan, somehow it clicked. He somehow managed to use chopsticks to get the food from the plate to his mouth. I was so thankful -- I didn't want to have to baby-feed him. Frankly, I think it was his fear of being baby-fed that finally made him figure out how to use the chopsticks. He was not elegant with his chopstick usage, mind you, but he functioned. Kind of a funny story, since I had never before encountered anybody who couldn't use chopsticks. And I grew up in a family that went to eat at a Chinese restaurant annually on January 1st, and then marveled and pointed at the Asian poeple around us whgo were using chopsticks and even feeding their children with them! My Dad would point around, saying "Look at that!" Years later, when I was Associate Professor in Japan, my students would often ask if I could use chopsticks. They were aged 18-19. I told them I'd been using chopsticks for 20 years. Then giggle, and ask for the next question. It takes a long time for ordinary folks to come to terms with customs and behaviors from other countries. But once it happens, a bridge is crossed. Some of my students even told me that they, for the first time, saw themselves and foreigners as part of the same group, and that they would no longer "be afraid of foreigners." I even had some students who would greet me politely on the street or in shops where they encountered me. It may seem like nothing important to people outside Japan, but at that time it was a great way to build a way to help young Japanese to get in touch with the oneness of humanity. I hate that phrase, but I don't know a better one. My students were not always great students, but they were fine human beings, and enjoy remembering the moments when they got to make a connection to the larger world around them.
I think that prayer is fabulous. What a lovely thing to teach children to be grateful for everyone who contributed to their meal. I wish that was done every where.
Yeah! I’m Colombian and my mom taught me this in our meal prayers 🥰
I am not Japanese but I have the same feeling of gratitude and consideration toward people who make the event of a meal possible. Such a blessing!
I love the respect Japanese Show in the home ,the recycling of water and the way they eat their food.❤
I am really loving all the gratitude and appreciation at ~7:30 explaining ALL the different human hands and labor all the way up the supply chain. That is so valuable, to keep their labor in mind as one eats
I just showed this video to my year 8 Japanese class (we are learning about Japanese food culture) and it was so instructive and helpful. Thank you so much!
Learning new Japanese words and hearing a Japanese speaker pronouncing them is really nice. Thank you.
Another chopsticks etiquette tip: Some Japanese restaurants give you a set of Hashi wrapped in a paper sleeve. Tear off the sleeve at "fat" (butt) end of the chopsticks and set it aside. When you are done, place the used chopsticks back in the paper sleeve and place with your empty dishes. Not only is this considered more sanitary, but is respectful to the server and whoever has to wash up afterwards as they don't need to touch your 'soiled' chopsticks directly. I did this (pretty much out of habit) at a restaurant I ate at recently and the server (a very nice lady) noticed I did this and actually thanked me for it - commenting that a lot of their customers didn't know to do that.
I don't have ancestry Japanese but in my childhood and teens I just have Japanese friends and I learned a lot about culture and behavior. I'm love 💞 the culture and I keep to me many behaviors and especially cooking Japanese food for me and my family. Thanks do much for donating your time for teaching and share with us your amazing tradition and culture. Arigato 🤩🤩🤩🤩
So much fun to learn this-makes our children more conscious of what they're doing and why.
Really enjoyed the video and appreciated the opportunity to learn these manners. You explain everything so well. And I love the amount of respect Japanese people put into everything they do
This was so incredibly informative!! I think most people know how to use chopsticks now, but it's nice to learn the reasons behind their use, and the backstory of Japanese table manners. Your channel is so interesting, and your English is amazing.
I really enjoyed your teaching on this with your culture , I have never visited Japan , someday I hope to , manners and way of eating , selecting food with right and wrong ways of doing things there , much appreciated for your lesson on this , lots of respect 🙏
Your presentation on Japanese table manners and proper use of Chop Sticks is very much appreciated, especially the cultural aspects of the rituals involved. The concepts of thanksgiving and appreciation should be practiced everywhere.
Japanese culture is so fascinating. Thanks for this video, it's really interesting! :) I like how there's an appreciation of how the food has been brought to the table, from the lives sacrificed to give the food, to the cooks, to the workers in the fields/factories, to the drivers who bring the product to wherever. Everyone should show that level of appreciation! :)
I'm so glad I watched this! I've always loved Japanese culture and seeing this gave me a deeper understanding on an aspect that I admire the most; Food and manners. Thank you for making this to educate or refresh those who are interested!
I’m so grateful for this video. I’m going to Japan for the first time in 3 weeks and wouldn’t like to offend anyone or anything with inappropriate manners. Thank you 😊
Believe it or not, it is possible to pick up individual rice grains with Chinese-style chopsticks. I grew up in an American family, but we ate Chinese food a lot, so we had Chinese-style chopsticks made of bamboo to eat with, and I got used to them. I admit that we used them for Japanese food as well. And yes, my parents did teach me to eat everything on my plate and not leave leftovers :)
I love this video. I learned so much about how to use chopsticks. I think the respect accorded to the production of the food and the lives of plants and animals is amazing. I loved that part. From now on I'll also be mindful to give thanks that way aside from thanking God, I will also include thanking the lives and work that made the food possible.
My friend is traveling to Japan in April and I sent this cuz she is learning Japanese speak and read it I thought it would be nice for her to have a table manners as well thank you so much
All I'm seeing is discipline and mutual respect...makes it impressive for the rest of us who don't have it
This was very interesting and detailed explanation. I have a great affinity for Japanese culture and traditions, it’s fascinating. Thank you for making and sharing. 🙏
Thank you for such a properly detailed Japanese etiquette video, on eating. I absolutely love this video. You rock!! Thank you again this was AMAZING !!!
hahaha, thank you so much!!
Thank you, one of my sons lives in Japan and I like learning about the culture.
Wow, this video was very educational and not at all surprising in the detail due to feeling that's generally part of the Japanese culture. Thank you for taking the time
Great custom! Will now look at my food differently… what a great custom! Thank you for sharing this along with the proper setting! No one has done this, an ancient ritual that has great class and meaning… everything in its place working together…it’s quantum physics, all things have Energy and work powerfully when it works in tandem congruently…just awesome!
thanx for your comment! glad you like my videos!!
I am going to Japan later this year. Only for a couple of weeks, but I think it is worth the effort to know at least some of the customs. So these sort of videos are great. Have saved it to watch again closer to my trip.
Japanese culture is so sophisticated. I just love it
Hi, as you said , being a foreigner in Japan, I got a way with using chopsticks, it is important to use table manners and thank you for such useful information. 😊
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Thank you Taijì for this very interesting and educational tutorial in Japanese table manners and a lot more besides. I am proud to say I now can use chop sticks with confidence. I had no idea there was different type of chop sticks. 👌🌀
Thank you, Taiji-san. I've learned so much watching your channel. You are a born sensei!
The thanking for the food is something that really moved me, because it just shows the appreciation for the whole process, and it makes eating things "a little easier on the mind". It is hard to say. Itadakimasu :)
Very interesting and useful! I found your channel because I wanted to teach my son how to eat with chopsticks but now I’ll definitely try some of your recipes. Thank you 🙏
I LOVED this video. It’s so interesting learning more about your culture. I knew some of the taboos but not why they were taboos. I’m currently binge watching your videos and enjoying your channel immensely. Thanks for all the effort you put into it. I would enjoy a video about how to actually plan out a meal. All the different sides and dishes are interesting, but I’d love to see the thought process behind choosing which foods to serve with each other or what you wouldn’t combine etc. Kind of like tonkatsu with shredded cabbage. I’d also like to learn about how you decide which type of serving containers to use. It seems like I see rice in dark bowls a lot, but is there something specific to think about with other types of food too?
Great video, thank you for sharing!!! During a business trip to Japan many years ago, my host encouraged me to "make a sound" when eating noodles. I appreciated his warning/encouragement to avoid burning myself.
Thanks for sharing japanese table manner
Thank you for sharing the Japanese table manners. The only thing that I'm not comfortable is to do the slurping when eating. In other countries, it's a no no. But in Japan, it's o.k. The same thing with eating with barehands. Every culture has its own way of eating and table manners. Goodluck and more videos to share.
Agreed. I fully understand the cultural aspect but slurping is like this is like nails on chalkboard to this Cuban's ears. It is good to know to know to expect this in a Japanese restaurant.
Hi! I'm gonna add some extra info about the history of Japanese meals positioning. It's said that we put rice on the left side because left side is considered as the greater side than right side in ancient Japanese culture. And also rice was used as money long time ago so we have to put it on the left side of the set. Not many people know the history but i hope it makes you more interested in Japanese culture!!
Is this why we wrap the left side of a robe/kimono with the left side on top?
I’ve had people tell me I hold chopsticks wrong because they don’t make the X shape, but turns out I hold them correctly! This was the most intuitive way for me to use chopsticks and I have no issues with picking up even small grains of rice now. Good to know I was right to stick with the way I was using them
hahaha, show those people, trying to force you the WRONG information, this video. now its your turn to correct them!!
Who wants you to make the "X" shape when holding chopsticks? I'm a white American who is always embarassed when my fellow countrymen use the "X" shape for holding chopsticks. It should be a simple extension of the index finger and the thumb. No cramped "X" about it.
Thank you. I love learning things like this from other cultures.
you are welcome, and thank you for your comment!! glad you enjoyed it!!
@@taijiskitchen You deserve more subs. As a fan, I would love to see a video on octopus someday. 🐙
@@outdoorloser4340 hahaha, thanx so much!! I am getting subs each day, slowly but surely!! please share my channel with your friends!! as for the octopus, do you mean like live octopus, or recipe using octopus? i am planning to make Takoyaki sometime soon (probably end of this year or so).
@@taijiskitchen I just mean a traditional octopus recipe.
@@outdoorloser4340 ok, ill give it a thought!! thanx for the request!!
Your videos are soo clear to learn ❤️
Thank you very much for making this. I wouldn't have known! Now I'm going to watch your other videos.
I think it's beautiful to be grateful for the food, the whole process.
Thanks Taiji. Very interesting and well presented as always.
hahaha, thanx so much!!
Thank you for this highly informative video. I love learning about other countires and their culture in every way and I learned alot from this video, thank you very much 😊
I’ll remember this when I visit Japan later this year… I can’t wait 😊
Of course you guys have a proper way to pick up chops. Living in japan we were always saved by the gaijin factor and forgiven our mistakes. Arigato!
I loved this video ❤ please do not apologise for all the 'rules' , I personally think it to be beautiful ❤ I believe I am falling inlove with everything-Japan ❤ I find most of it to be calming and done with so much peace and without any rush and craziness. It's beautiful ❤ I hope one day, some day, I'll have an opportunity to visit your country 😊 sending gratitude from Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦 17 October 2022
This has taught me loads (and I feel retrospectively hugely embarrassed!) However, the pointers about practicing with chopsticks - now THAT is exactly what I'm going to do! Awesome video - THANK YOU 😊
i love japanese culture learning a lot love from denmark
This is such an important video. Thank you so very much for demonstrating each step so well. I cook Japanese food for my family and friends. So good to know all those details. I really appreciate it. ❤
I thoroughly enjoyed this video, thank you soooo much! I realise that as a Malaysian Chinese, we kinda do all the not-to-do above almost every single meal 😂😂😂 (apart from sticking chopsticks in s bowl of rice, no we don't do that either). The only thing I've done right so far is, we do really enjoy our food. May I ask that you also do a video on how you'd eat a Japanese meal properly? And also the proper way to set a dinner table for a Japanese meal? So that we do not appear as bogan if we do visit Japan one day.
A good way to learn is to go to an Asian grocery store or even a Daiso and buy the device used to train children. Start using chopsticks to move your food around then lift. You have to learn about the food differently to grip the food. I also have cooking chopsticks, Korean ones are more challenging. The awareness and respect are admirable. I have lived in and visited Japan, and respect for food, others, nature, and order is evident.
So helpful because I’ve been watching Korean and Chinese videos of couples eating and they break all your rules. I needed to know the correct usage as I’m planning a trip to Japan in the near future.
Very helpful. Japanese culture is so elegant.
Really enjoyed this video and very informative. I especially liked the explanation of the difference between Chinese, Korean and Japanese chopsticks. Thanks for putting this video out.
Taiji-san, thank you for making this video. It's great to have this quality video finally. As someone originally from Japan, I can give anyone an instant lesson for this topic no problem, but having seen many visitors from other cultures in Japan struggling with chopsticks, I'd like to give you a big thumb-up! Both the scripting and the presentation are impressive, well made to make viewers feel easy and the Japanese table/chopstick manners approachable.. This video is one that should not be missed by anyone who plans to travel to Japan for the first time, perhaps even by some Japanese themselves as a refresher video(!!).
Thank you for teaching us. Appreciated that you speak english so well.
Thank you the lesson in good table manners. I will try to remember everything you mentioned in your video. I truly believe that proper table manners is essential and respect no matter what culture. Thank you for sharing 🙏
All the taboos you’ve mentions applies as well in Korean and Chinese culture 12:36 And please when you go in Japanese and korean resto please eat only don’t be too loud there specially if it’s traditional theme restos and don’t stay too long there as courtesy to the next customers and always leave your table clean
I really appreciate your information. I learned to eat with chopsticks as a very young child starting at age 4. I learned many more manners regarding using chopsticks from you. I'm happy to say I knew most of them. Being left handed makes it a bit more difficult. Thank you. Thank you for the Japanese words associated with these manners. I have been learning Japanese and listening to your pronunciation is extremely helpful.
Thank you very much for all the good information. I will definitely remember and use all you showed me the next time I eat at a Japanese restaurant.
This was extremely informative. I will be traveling to Japan with my wife and girls in March. This is great to know. Thank you for your time and mentorship.
Thanks a lot for this. I've discovered your videos only yesterday and I was actually wondering about the words you're saying before and after eating.... I would love to go visit Japan one day, and when I do so, I'll make sure I watch this video before going. :-)
glad you like my contents!! thanx for the comment!
@@taijiskitchen it's thx or thanks
@Joel what is the meaning of smh is it a slang
@@Wagia. smh = shaking my head
This is why I love Japan and Japanese culture. They integrate old and new and honor everything they have. When I went to Japan to visit my Japanese friends I loved the country SO much! Table manners, not talking with food in your mouth during a meal (something Westerner’s do) and I heard a foreigner complain there were no trash bins on the streets to put their food wrappers in. That’s because Japanese don’t eat on the streets while they’re out and about. So in the big cities if you see litter on the main streets it’s probably done by foreigners. 😡 It’s pretty sad Japan is being influenced more and more by Western culture. It takes away what makes Japan such a special place.
Yuck talking with food in your mouth is gross even too a westerner. Mother (I say this to my children also) always said we dont want to see what your eating. Finish your food then speak.
I would blow of fuse if people in my house spoke with their mouth full. You don't need to make westerners look like savages to make Japanese culture shine. We have manners too, just different. And equally as codified in some circles.
@@k.v.7681 thank you
Love Japanese culture not only the food ,interesting to know what is polite and good manners ❤
Thank you for posting this information about your culture. My son was stationed in Japan. When he came back to the US. he took us to a Japanese restaurant. My husband and I love sushi all of the foods . My favorite is Eel. 😊
This is awesome and valuable, the manners , culture, and taboos . The sense of being thankful in everything , the food on the table (the efforts of all who made it possible) .. That's is why we should appreciate everyone no matter what their job/Career , Money cannot do the work or serve you alone ♥️♥️♥️ nevertheless I enjoyed and learned 😉 Arigato Gozaimasu 🌹
One thing I noticed as a clear difference from the Chinese culture, as I lived in China for a few years, and also some western countries, is the habit of NO LEAVING FOOD BEHIND. It's very disrespectful and honestly quite cruel to waste any food at all. I was raised to cherish what we have and be thankful for it, and it hurts me when I see people wasting food in purpose
I appreciate their culture. They value everything I love it. 🙂
Thank you for proper manner of Japanese meal 👍
Dude don't apologize for a beautiful culture . I love this and I learn a lot . Thank You
I’m soooooo glad I’ve ran into this video. Thanks!