Things to Know about Japanese Cuisine

Food is one of the most serious businesses for the Japanese. The word "sushi" is one of the most traveled words in the world. Japanese cuisine gets appreciated, respected, and enjoyed from all around the world. Not only in Japan, but Japanese restaurants are also famous around the globe. You may easily find the best Japanese restaurants Vancouver.   

But, before proceeding further, you should know a few things about the Japanese cuisine:  

  

Recognized by the UN for its Cultural Significance

Traditional Japanese food, or washoku, was added to UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013, indicating that preserving this style of eating is critical to the survival of the traditional culture. After French food, Japanese cuisine was the only other national traditional cuisine to be recognized.  

  

Unlock the Power of Simplicity

Vancouver Japanese restaurant is famous in the city for its simplicity. The courses are made up of a few small dishes, primarily fresh and have simple flavors. To bring out the cuisine's color and flavor, Japanese chefs use premium-quality ingredients and do as little as possible to the food.  

  

Add Condiments

Simple condiments are frequently added to Japanese dishes to give diversity to the cuisine and enhance the flavors. The course may include light dipping sauces, citrus, miso, wasabi, pickles, and soy sauce.  

  

Seasonal Ingredients and Flavors  

The preparation and representation of Japanese food are equally important as the food itself. While Americans only think of four seasons per year, Japanese chefs examine dozens of them and meticulously select foods at their peak, along with flavors that symbolize each season. Every dish presented has been carefully considered.   

When the meal is done, it is carefully plated, and the finished dish frequently resembles a piece of art.  

  

Includes a Lot of Vegetables 

 

Although Japanese cuisine contains a far higher proportion of plant-based meals than American cuisine, it is still challenging to find an entirely vegetarian dish. This is because many traditional meals have fish broth or are topped with bonito flakes. People who avoid seafood due to religious or allergic causes will find it more challenging to stick to their vegetarian diet.  

  

Love for Beautifully and Gift-Wrapped Sweets  

Every part of Japan has its distinct form of traditional Japanese sweets, known as wagashi. Because they are traditionally given as gifts, these delicate crafts are frequently sold in elegantly wrapped boxes, convenience stores, and train depots.  

  

Rude to Leave a Messy Table  

An etiquette rule that shocked you is that you cannot leave your plates full with a pile of used napkins and garbage. You are supposed to fold your used napkins. It indicates a disrespect for the staff and the meal they served us.  

  

Pour Your Sake in a Different Way  

As an expression of appreciation for your visit, restaurants will frequently pour sake till it flows over into a saucer. The overflowing glass represents thankfulness and abundance.  

  

Don't Have Low-Wage "Wait Staff."  

Before being allowed to handle fish or meat in a traditional Vancouver Japanese restaurant, apprentice chefs may work in restaurants for up to ten years. They bus tables, serve meals, and take manual duties like cooking rice during that time. These apprentices are paid well, and tipping them is considered an insult to them. 

 

Interested in experiencing the flavors of Japan? 

Come for fine dining at Haraheri.