I'm not a big fan of anime. I have very little patience for learning a new language, much less a language as complicated as Nihonggo. Due to my odd hand structure and slack grip, I don't know how to use chopsticks for eating (believe me, it's messy. And I apologize to whomever got the unfortunate chance of seeing me do so). I have never been to Japan therefore, I haven't seen any cherry blossoms. But over the past year, I have been developing a certain fondness for Japanese cuisine. And so, even though I'm not very well educated on Japanese culture and tradition, this post shall serve as a 'sort-of'' Japanese restaurant appreciation post (Part 1! To give more room and flexibility to the awesome Jap food hubs I might try in the future).