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Instead of the traditional Japanese diet of rice, fish, and vegetables, a Western and Chinese-style diet using meat became popular. [ 3 ] Originally, the Japanese were known as a rice-eating people, and even in urban areas, people other than the upper class could not eat enough white rice, and in rural areas, even in rice fields, other grains ...
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The Okinawa diet is a traditional dietary pattern originating from the Japanese island of Okinawa known for its association with longevity, low body mass index, and low rates of chronic diseases ...
Ichijū-sansai (Japanese: 一汁三菜) is a traditional Japanese dining format that typically consists of one bowl of rice, one soup, and three side dishes (one main dish and two side dishes). [1] It is a key component of kaiseki cuisine and reflects the aesthetic and nutritional principles of Japanese meals. [2] [3] [1]
In 2014, Japanese Restaurant Organization has selected potential countries where Japanese food is becoming increasingly popular, and conducted research concerning the Japanese restaurants abroad. These key nations or region are Taiwan , Hong Kong, China, Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia . [ 90 ]
The plate to the right is the national dish, gōyā chanpurū, made with bitter melon known as goyain. The traditional diet of the islanders contained sweet potato, green-leafy or root vegetables, and soy foods, such as miso soup, tofu or other soy preparations, occasionally served with small amounts of fish, noodles, or lean meats, all cooked with herbs, spices, and oil. [8]
Shokuiku as a subject was initiated by Sagen Ishizuka, a famous military doctor and pioneer of the macrobiotic diet.Following the introduction of Western fast food in the late 20th century, the Japanese government mandated education in nutrition and food origins, starting with the Basic Law of Shokuiku in 2005, and followed with the School Health Law in 2008.
The diet was created by Osaka pharmacist Sumiko Watanabe, for her husband Hitoshi Watanabe, who lost 37 pounds (17 kg) in weight. He popularized the diet when he wrote it on Mixi, one of Japan's largest social networking services. Over 730,000 Morning Banana Diet books were sold in 2008. [1]