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Japanese Traditions in Pembroke Pines

Fuja, the best Pembroke Pines Japanese Restaurant, adheres to Japanese traditions.

Our traditions

Japanese cuisine is meticulously prepared with attention to the subtleties of flavor and of course presentation. It is a celebration of detail, color, fine flavor and even the four seasons. Enjoying that cuisine is also an event in itself, with many of the traditions still observed.

Table Etiquette

The etiquette of eating in Japan (meshiagaru) is based on a long tradition greatly influenced by the tenants of Zen which have impacted every aspect of Japanese life.

A typical Japanese meal involves many different foods and sauces presented in little dishes — each a work of art unto itself. Dishes are selected for each food item keeping in mind color, texture and ease of handling. It is considered polite to pick up small dishes and bring them close to your mouth especially when eating soup and rice.

The soup bowl is picked up and the soup is sipped directly from the bowl. Chopsticks or a spoon may be used to capture the tofu, seaweed or vegetables, that flavor the soup.

The rice bowl is also picked up and brought to the mouth and basically the chopsticks are used to "shovel" the rice in. When dipping sauces are used, chopsticks are used to pick up the food and dip it into the sauce, then you either convey the food to your mouth directly or place it on the rice before eating it. This serves two purposes. One is that it flavors the rice as it is not considered polite to pour sauce directly onto the rice in the rice bowl. The other is that the rice bowl becomes a vehicle for bringing the food to the mouth without dripping it all over the table.

Before eating, it is important to say “itadakimasu,” which literally means "I shall partake" and serves as a kind of pre-meal grace. Then, after the dinner is over, you may say “gochisohsama deshita,” which shows your appreciation for the meal.

At many Japanese restaurants, bars and inns, guests are given a wet face or hand towel called oshibori. It is usually heated in the winter and cold in the summer and is used to freshen-up before eating. Once used, it is taken away by the hostess.

The best overall rule to follow when dining with Japanese people is to exercise the same good manners you learned at home while learning the ways of eating this most exotic cuisine by paying attention to your neighbors.

Using Chopsticks

The first evidence of chopsticks dates back to about 2000 B.C. in China, and they were later introduced to Japan sometime in the early centuries A.D. Since most Japanese dishes consist of bite-sized pieces of food, chopsticks were quickly adopted as an efficient eating utensil.

In Japan, chopsticks used at the table are usually made of bamboo or lacquered wood. In the Japanese home, each family member has his or her own set of chopsticks which are selected by the person himself. The disposable chopsticks used in restaurants (wari-bashi) are made of a light-weight wood and have traditionally been attached at one end to assure the guest that they have not been used before. Chopsticks are also used for cooking and these are usually made of wood, bamboo or metal.

Drinking Tea

The Japanese tea ceremony is a ritualized way of preparing and drinking tea which was perfected in the latter half of the 18th century by Sen-no-Rikyu. It was inspired by Zen and continues to reflect the Zen ideals of aestheticism, peace, harmony and discipline. Today it is still a popular pastime, and for many it is a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of busy modern-day life.

While the tea ceremony is a time honored spiritual tradition in Japan, in fact the drinking of tea in its many forms is common in daily life. Japanese tea is typically served hot in cups without a handle, without sugar or cream added. The tea cup is picked up close to the rim by one hand and supported from the bottom by the other. It should never be gulped down but rather enjoyed by taking little sips.

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Pembroke Pines Japanese Restaurant

Fuja Japanese Resaturant

Welcome!

To a unique and exceptional experience that's fresh and new every time you visit.

What goes on at Fuja Japanese Restaurant?

At the heart of the Fuja experience is the teppanyaki table, around which guests gather and enjoy a meal expertly prepared and cooked to perfection on a steel grill, right before their eyes — by a chef who is as much entertainer as culinary master.

The meal begins with a delicate Japanese onion soup, followed by a salad with ginger dressing. The chef will prepare your chicken, beef or seafood, along with vegetables, hibachi-style on the sizzling grill surface. Be sure to enjoy the show, because Fuja chefs literally play with your food as they cook it.

Your entrée will be served with homemade dipping sauces and steamed rice, or if you prefer, Benihana's mouthwatering Hibachi chicken rice. You may also order tempura, sushi and specialty rolls.

Who can I bring to Fuja?

Bring a friend, a date, your children, your whole family or your office gang — anyone who enjoys a delicious, freshly cooked meal with a little fun thrown in.

Fuja can accommodate groups of all sizes, and the more the merrier at the teppanyaki tables. Even if you come on your own, you can join others at the table for a fresh cooked meal and a show. Please call Fuja restaurant to reserve group dining.

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