They've had chopsticks forever because they probably never thought of making forks or spoons in ancient times.

I know that that was on the first page...but I agree with their point.

I used to hate chopsticks when I was little...but now I get annoyed trying to shovel stuff like rice in my mouth with a fork, versus picking up up with chopsticks. chopsticks aren't necessarily easier - in that, you have to actually learn how to use them...but once you take the time to do so, IMO it makes for a better way of eating.

now to answer directly the question "why do they?" ...probably b/c it's traditional. and...why not?

it's just a different culture. that's all.

Yay Chopsticks!!!
 

Personally I find them a lot easier to use. I feel they're more convenient and I eat with them 90% of the time. I'm not Asian either. :p I don't know, it probably does have to do with the fact that yes, most traditional Japanese food is made to be eaten more easily with chopsticks.

So when you said "Yes"...you were really saying "No".

Got it now.

I like to eat food with chopsticks, it's fun and i know how to eat rice with it now i'm going to trey to teach my little brother.:D

Think about it!
You have been brought up using KFS, and the Asian have been brought up using chopsticks. Thats why. Cuz its what they do :D
I actually prefer using chopsticks and i dont think ive ever strugled using them :]

Was Tenchu always such a troll?

I think he has been troll-free on this thread...

i don't know, i live in the U.S. and we always use knives and forks and spoons, but i love using chopsticks! even if im not eating chinese or japanesse(never had but i wanna try some)!