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日本(にほん)食文化(しょくぶんか)(はし)

Japanese Food Culture and Chopsticks

日本(にほん)食文化(しょくぶんか)で、一番大切な道具は(はし)です。日本では、小さいころから箸の使い方を練習します。箸はただの道具(どうぐ)ではなく、食べ物(たべもの)への感謝(かんしゃ)表す(あらわす)ものだと教え(おしえ)られます。

食事のとき、やってはいけないマナーがあります。たとえば、箸と箸で食べ物を渡すことは絶対にしません。これは悲しいときに行う習慣と同じだからです。また、食器に箸を立てることもマナー違反です。日本(にほん)の文化では、(はし)はとても大切(たいせつ)にされています。皆さんも、日本で食事をするときは、ぜひ箸の使い方(つかいかた)注目(ちゅうもく)してみてください。

Translation

In Japanese food culture, the most important tool is chopsticks. In Japan, people practice how to use chopsticks from a young age. We are taught that chopsticks are not just tools, but a way to express gratitude for our food. When eating, there are manners you must not break. For example, you should never pass food from one pair of chopsticks to another. This is because it is the same as a custom performed during sad times. Also, standing chopsticks up in a bowl is a breach of manners. In Japanese culture, chopsticks are treated with great care. When you eat in Japan, please try to pay attention to how chopsticks are used.

Comprehension

What does the passage say about passing food from chopstick to chopstick?

  • It is a common way to show friendship.
  • It is a manners violation because it resembles a sad custom.
  • It is only acceptable if you are eating with family.
  • It is the most efficient way to share food.

The text explains that passing food between chopsticks is avoided because it is associated with a sad custom.

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