A video of a Japanese couple, which operates an Indian restaurant in Fukuoka, Japan, became viral on social media and spectators remained emotional and full of pride. The restaurant, called “Indian Spice Factory”, is located in Kasuga and is operated by Nakayama-San and Sachiko-San. The duo, which shares deep love for India, has re -created an authentic Indian experience thousands of kilometers from the subcontinent.
A slice of India in Japan
Many people have attracted that Sachiko wears sari when serving food and the interiors of the restaurant are decorated with Indian artifacts and musical instruments and create a significantly desi atmosphere.
Travel influencer Sonam, who shared the video, wrote: “The love they had for India and Indian culture was unrivaled. The whole experience was so touching and my heart was filled with love. It was really an honor to meet Sachiko-San and Nakayama-San!”
The restaurant serves a wide range of Indian dishes, from the traditional pHirni dessert, to Bengal and South Indian meals. The food is presented in the dirt and food is applied to the bananas leaves in accordance with Indian custom. To the authenticity that impressed Sonam, she added a glass of Mukruk, a popular South Indian snack.
Love for Indian food
Nakayama-San explained why Bengal’s dishes were on offer, revealed: “I lived in Calcutta managed the Japanese restaurant. I also worked in Delhi and Chennai.”
The video emphasizes the determination of a couple to maintain Indian traditions abroad and their passion for promoting Indian food culture.
Reaction online
The video launched an emotional reaction across social media. Many users appreciated the couple for their respect for Indian culture and their attention to details.
One user wrote: “When we, as the Indians, we prosper with Japanese restaurants, it is not surprising, but beautiful to see the Japanese couple prosperous with authentic Indian cuisine.”
Others commented, “Thank you for that … so stunning. Love from Bengal!”
The third added: “This is so charming to see! How well international people have recognized Bengal food and its culture. I hope that the Indians learn their own heritage.”
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