From the Source - Japan

Lonely Planet presents Japan's most authentic dishesdirect from the kitchens where they were perfected. From street-food vendors to Michelin-starred chefs, Japan's best local cooks share their passion for food and 60 of their region's classic recipesfrom steaming soups and silky ramen noodles to fresh, hand-rolled sushi. Recipes include:Takoyakioctopus ballsSukiyakisoy-simmered beefOkonomiyakisavoury pancakesTorinabeChicken and vegetable hotpotIwashi sushiSardine sushiTonkatsudeep-fried breaded pork cutletTeppo-jirumiso soup with crabSoki sobaOkinawan pork rib ramen with a pork brothAnd more!It would be easy to assume that Japanese cuisine is all about the food itself. But no. Or at least, it's not only about the food. The cuisine of this teeming archipelago of 3000 islands is a living part of its culture. In Japan, it's believed that food should be devoured with all...