Washoku: Traditional Dietary Cultures of the Japanese
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The official guidebook to washoku, the traditional dietary culture recognised by UNESCO in 2013. Explains the ichiju-sansai meal structure, seasonal shun produce, dashi and the regional dishes behind each celebration.
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