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11-28-2007, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by fara7 View Post
I am not trying to make fun or anything but why do Japanese, Koreans and others use chopsticks? isn't it much easier to just take a spoon or fork and eat their food? I know this may sound a bit stupid but i am just curious why.

I just heard before that eating using chopsticks improves your concentration power, is that true? and are there any other benefits of using chopsticks?
I'm sure tradition has a lot to do with choosing to use chopsticks in modern times and I think that is great. A lot of people don't understand how much thought goes into traditionally eating with a pair of chopsticks. You aren't supposed to just eat with chopsticks in the Japanese culture, but you are also suppose to be very mindful of proper Etiquette while eating. Take a look at this web site to learn more about eating with chopsticks properly, Chopsticks. From what I understand there is supposed to be more than this.
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