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Suyako dipped her first piece of tonkatsu in the ponzu sauce, then brought it to her mouth. She chewed carefully on it a few times. Then her face broke into a gentle smile. ‘Delicious.’ The word wasn’t addressed to anyone in particular, but seemed to burst from her mouth. For her second piece, she chose the spicy sauce. This time, before taking a
... See moreJesse Kirkwood • The Kamogawa Food Detectives
One of the most common sayings in Japan is “Hara hachi bu,” which is repeated before or after eating and means something like “Fill your belly to 80 percent.” Ancient wisdom advises against eating until we are full. This is why Okinawans stop eating when they feel their stomachs reach 80 percent of their capacity, rather than overeating and wearing
... See moreHéctor García • Ikigai: The Japanese secret to a long and happy life
It was really great talking to my grandmother. She is so full of western and I’m so grateful for both of them in my life.
She said a saying, that was really good.以心对心 and I think it means to treat others the way you want to be treated,…heart to heart.
