Originally Posted by
joejones
On the status of Chinese food in Japan, others' experiences might differ, but when I go to a business lunch or dinner with clients or counterparties in Tokyo, at least 50% of the time we end up going to a Chinese restaurant at a Japanese organizer's suggestion. ...
Of course Japan has excellent Chinese restaurants. I have thoroughly enjoyed both casual and high-end Chinese cuisine in Japan, often with Chinese friends who have equally enjoyed the food.
If I can enjoy some of my favorite foods like Peking duck, bird's nest soup, abalone, or others, while tasting different kinds of tea (especially various types of pu'er), I am happy. I enjoy tasting new things and the pleasure of dining with friends. I don't feel the need to overanalyse the food or to compare the experience to dining in Hong Kong or elsewhere.