Japan has a long culinary history. The knowledge and the experience of genuine Japanese food has been passed down the generations. Fundamentally, the knowledge and the experience are still utilised today in Japan. Although, some Japanese food has international influences, it has never forgotten its authenticity and roots. Many other cuisines also have their generational knowledge. However, Japanese cuisine is unique because of its use of raw seafood.
See below for brief summaries of the origins of Japanese food, sake, shochu and Japanese knives.
See below for brief summaries of the origins of Japanese food, sake, shochu and Japanese knives.