Book Washoku An illustrated Guide to Japanese Food - English and Japanese blanguage ⋅ Tankosha

Japanese cuisine, or washoku, is a culinary culture of rare richness in the world, born of the singular evolution of Japanese gastronomy within the East Asian cultural sphere, blended with Western and Chinese influences adapted to the Japanese way. Its particular genesis, full of mystery and diversity, continues to astonish people the world over. Washoku is a true symbol of Cool Japan, an astonishing and fascinating cuisine. Even the Japanese sometimes find it hard to answer clearly when asked about it. This illustrated guide in Japanese and English offers accessible explanations for those curious about Japanese culinary culture, while providing Japanese with answers to questions they no longer dare to ask. In addition to classics such as sushi and rice, the book also tackles more complex subjects such as fermented foods, the differences in taste between Kansai and Kanto, and gastronomic tourism. The texts are in both English and Japanese, to make it easier for non-Japanese readers to understand these themes, which are sometimes difficult to explain in English.