NAKAMA Restaurant: Culture

To truly appreciate the experience of eating at a traditional Japanese restaurant, like Nakama, you should understand some important things about the Japanese culture.

•  Japanese food is made to share. It is common for many people to eat something from the same dish, or for items to be served in large quantities and then split onto individual plates or bowls.

• The Japanese do eat with chopsticks. If you are unfamiliar or uncomfortable using chopsticks we offer forks, and even plastic pieces to help you use chopsticks and become more efficient with them.

•  A lot of Japanese men do business in restaurants. Nakama specifically caters to the SIA employees for this purpose.

•  It is common for Japanese business men to drink beer or sake during their meals.

•  A traditional Japanese meal is served in courses, with multiple appetizers and possibily several entrees served. The meal is finished with a cup of green tea.

• When served drinks and food, the Japanese will make sure that others cups and plates are full before taking some for themselves.

• When doing business, the person of the highest authority is always served first.

These are just some of the things to remember and be aware of when joining us at Nakama Restaurant.