The staff ate it later

High school (ages 12+)
Everyday Life

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/the-staff-ate-it-later

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the japanese phrase?Kono ato, sutaffu ga oishiku itadakimashita
2. What is the literal translation?Later, the staff ate it deliciously
3. What does "The staff ate it later" mean on Japanese TV?It says that after filming, the crew ate the food that was shown. It shows that the food was not wasted.
4. Why do Japanese TV shows say the staff ate the food later?Because of the idea of "mottainai", which means we should not waste anything. It shows respect for the ingredients and the people who made the dish.

Mottainai: A Japanese concept expressing regret over wastefulness of resources, time, or talent.
Media Ethics: Moral principles that govern the conduct of journalism and media production.
Cultural Signifier: An element that represents or communicates a particular culture or its values.
Food Waste: Food that is not consumed and is discarded, contributing to environmental and economic issues.