WASHOKU Japanese Traditional Food and Food Culture books

Product Description

This book is a comprehensive guide to 78 Japanese foods, including popular dishes and sweets, presented with vibrant illustrations and bilingual information in both Japanese and English. It covers a wide range of Japanese cuisine, from well-known favorites like sushi, tempura, and ramen, to home-cooked meals such as omelette rice and teriyaki chicken. The book also delves into the world of fermented foods and popular izakaya (Japanese-style pub) menus. In addition to basic explanations of each dish, the book is filled with interesting trivia that will delight both Japanese readers and foreigners alike. The book is divided into eight parts, each focusing on a different category of food. It makes a perfect souvenir or gift for anyone interested in Japanese cuisine and culture.

Product Specification

The book is divided into eight parts: Sushi/Sashimi, Donburi/Rice, Flour-based Foods/Noodles, Boiled/Steamed Food, Deep-fried/Grilled Food, Fermented Food, Course/Set Meal, and Japanese Cake/Fruit. Each section provides detailed information and trivia about the dishes in that category, accompanied by beautiful illustrations.

About the Author

Yoshie Matsumoto, a graduate of Doshisha University with a B.A. in English Literature and a M.A. in Linguistics from the University of Colorado, USA, is the author of this book. With over 30 years of experience as an interpreter and guide, she has guided tens of thousands of tourists from all over the world. She is currently the President of the All Japan Federation of Guide Interpreters (JFG), where she is also in charge of training for those who have passed the National Examination for Guide Interpreters. She has authored several other books including "Guiding Japan in English" and "Introducing Japan in English".