“Shokuzen – before meals: “Many lives, and much hard work, have gone into the blessing that is this meal. I will show my appreciation by enjoying this food with a deep sense of gratitude.” Shokugo – after meals: “I thank you for the wonderful meal, with deep gratitude, respect, and reverence.”

“Shokuzen – before meals: “Many lives, and much hard work, have gone into the blessing that is this meal. I will show my appreciation by enjoying this food with a deep sense of gratitude.” Shokugo – after meals: “I thank you for the wonderful meal, with deep gratitude, respect, and reverence.”

— Shoukei Matsumoto