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Learn. Cook. Eat Japanese!

Introducing a new and unique food education program by TABLE FOR TWO USA

 
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The Wa-Shokuiku program is inspired and informed by the educational philosophy, flavors and food of Japan.

Wa-Shokuiku combines the Japanese words “Washoku(和食)” which refers to Japanese food and, “Shokuiku(食育)”, food education. Washoku, literally harmony in food, is recognized as one of the world’s healthiest diets. Shokuiku, a government-mandated school curriculum in Japan, promotes knowledge about food as well as the ability to make appropriate food choices. Food knowledge can include basic understanding of nutrients, manners, understanding and appreciating the labor and production necessary for to create a meal and food environment. 

 
 
 
 
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Wa-Shokuiku Program Focuses

 
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1. Preparing Delicious & Healthy Washoku

 

Japanese Food Knowledge:
Origin, nutrition and preparation of basic Japanese recipes  

Balanced Diet:
Variety of methods to introduce concepts of a balanced diet. Ex: 5 colors (red, green, yellow, black, white); 5 tastes (bitter, sour, salty, sweet, savory); 5 senses (smell, taste, touch, sight, sound)

Presentation:
Me de taberu – Eat with your eyes

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2. The “Washoku” World

Manners and Customs:
Eating together (Kazoku danran); Proper placement of plate and chopsticks; Chopstick etiquette

Respect and Appreciation:
Itadakimasu; Gochisosama deshita

Hygiene:
Wash hands and learn to count to 10 in Japanese

Language:
Simple Japanese words relevant to the topic

3. Making a difference the Wa-Shokuiku Way

Food-related issues in local and global communities:
Food waste; Unwholesome eating; Food insecurity

Japanese inspired daily actions and habits to address food issues:
Mottainai - not to be wasteful; Harahachibu - eat until 80% full; TABLE FOR TWO program/osusowake – share what you have with others; Japanese Kyushoku concept - school lunch

 

 

 
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Curious what we have been up to? Last month, Mayumi (President of Table For Two USA) was invited to speak at Japan-America Society of Tennessee, Inc.'s annual Women's Leadership Forum and Networking Luncheon. The event featured a dynamic group of Japan-connected entrepreneurs and culinary experts tackling health, wellness, sustainable agriculture, and the farm to table movement. Plus participants were treated to a firsthand experience of Green Door Gourmet's food, flowers and farm operation. Thank you so much Japan-America Society of Tennessee, Inc. for hosting this great event!
TFT is honored to receive a grant from the Capitol Hill Community Foundation to provide Wa-Shokuiku programming in local schools. Wa-Shokuiku teaches students about nutrition and healthy eating by learning about Japanese culture and cuisine. The Foundation gives away over $300,000 every year to support activities, projects, and organizations that enrich the Capitol Hill community. Thank you for your support! #WaShokuiku #LearnCookEatJapanese
In collaboration with the Japan Embassy, students at Maret Elementary School participated in our Wa-Shokuiku program. The program introduces students to Japanese cooking and culture, while teaching them about healthy eating, nutrition, and food issues (such as food waste, hunger, and obesity). Want to bring the program to your school? Simply get in touch with us!
In collaboration with Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japant and DC Public Schools, we hosted an event at John Eaton Elementary in Washington, DC. Elementary school students learned about Japanese food culture and also the challenges millions of people around the world face securing adequate food. We called them to action by inviting students to make onigiri. Every photo they created of an onigiri helped feed 5 children in need as part of our annual Onigiri Action campaign. Our campaign ended just last week. We were able to feed over 1 million children around the world! #OnigiriAction