In this completely revised edition of a long-time favorite, Robb
Satterwhite offers readers an insider's tour of the vibrant and
constantly-changing contemporary restaurant scene in Japan. Sure, just
about everyone knows and loves sushi, but there's so much more to the
cuisine; and with the help of this easy-to-use guide, diners everywhere
can learn to appreciate the Japanese restaurant experience in all its
variety--and enjoy it with confidence.
This third edition of What's What in Japanese Restaurants includes
many favorite features, completely updated, such as an explanation of
different kinds of restaurants, how to read menus (with examples),
phrases for ordering, and a glossary and food vocabulary. Many new
features have been added as well: an overview of the changing restaurant
scene; sections on fish, Japanese beef, and premium pork brands;
expanded sections on different types of restaurants and kinds of foods;
and Japanese beverages including sake and shochu. Satterwhite also
explains various cooking styles and ingredients, and offers insights
into culinary traditions, history, and the finer points of food
preparation. He even has a section on drinking customs and etiquette.
Robb Satterwhite has lived in Tokyo for many years and eaten at
thousands of restaurants, doing research for his hugely popular web- and
mobile-based site, Bento.com. Incorporating this extensive research and
the author's deep knowledge of Japanese culture and cuisine, What's
What in Japanese Restaurants will be an entertaining and invaluable
resource for travelers, foodies, and restaurant- goers, both in Japan
and at home.
