Chocolate in Japanese cuisine is an interesting topic. Of course, the Japanese do not cook rice in chocolate, sushi is not made from it, and you will not find chocolate sashimi anywhere. Although, in Tokyo, in my opinion, you can find everything. But statistics show that the Japanese, like the Dutch and Spaniards (and I’m not sure about these citizens), love chocolate much less than all other Nations. I think the statistics hastened to conclusions, it should have waited until February 14. There are even two mandatory chocolate bars in the form of hearts – “giri” and “honmei”. On the eve of this holiday, their sales in Japan are growing rapidly. The reason lies in the once-successful advertising campaigns, the history of which is shrouded in legends. The Japanese are consistent people, they honor traditions, and even if you have a chocolate bar across your throat, on Valentine’s day you must buy it or order it through the delivery service. What kind of sushi…
Do you think the Japanese don’t understand anything about our bitter chocolate? What about tiles with 78% and 99% cocoa? I wonder who eats so many cool-looking tiles…of course, real samurai. And they order this chocolate through delivery, along with sushi and other food. Because buying a man sweets in a store is bad form. This is the prerogative of Japanese women: go to a cozy chocolate boutique, where each Belgian candy will be Packed in a separate box for a personal gift. By the way, also-one piece and with a bow, sometimes present strawberries in Japan. And, finally, it is the Japanese who often win international competitions in confectionery art. If they don’t win, they are in the top three. There is so much chocolate in the creations that the Parisian “Salon du Chocolat” has a place to be in Tokyo. These red shoes are good, but they won’t melt, because they’re made of chocolate. Next on the list: dresses, cities, fountains, and even playing gramophones. Delicious-you’ll lick your fingers! Last year, apparently, with a warm greeting to the statistical Committee, Japan (Hakone) has its own chocolate SPA center. As a dessert, I offer several different Bento that is so popular in Japan…