dining tips

How to make a beautiful "Bento Box" lunch

In this issue, we will introduce tips on how to beautifully pack food according to the shape of the bento box.

What is "Ichiju-Sansai" Japanese dinner setting?

Ichiju-Sansai" is the basis of Japanese cuisine. It is a set menu that combines "rice," the staple food of the Japanese, with "soup", "main dish" and two side dishes.

Guide for Japanese Flatware & Cutlery

This section describes the types and characteristics of various Japanese cutlery, especially about chopsticks made in Japan.

Guide for Japanese Sake Items

Sake sets of various types are used from ceremonial occasions to casual parties. Here we explain the usage and charm of each sake-related item.

Guide for Japanese Tea Sets

If you want to enjoy authentic Japanese tea, Japanese tea ware is a must-have item. Here is a detailed explanation of each tool.

Guide for Japanese Plates

In Japanese, the word for plate is “Sara" (sala). It refers to all flat plates, and is used to serve dishes with less soup such as baked or stir-fried dishes.

Guide for Japanese Bowls

Bowl is called "Wan" or "Owan" in Japan, and refers to a category of tableware that is deep in depth.