Last Saturday, it even little snowed in the early morning.
Wasn't March in Japan supposed to be filled with cherry blossoms? I definitely cannot wait for the flourishing season to come.
Ah, but you know, there's a silver lining to the cold weather – it makes the fish taste better.
In Japan, there's a culture of eating sashimi, enjoying raw fish. The fish that swim vigorously in the cold winter sea have firm and delicious flesh.
So, even in the colder regions of Japan like Hokkaido, where delicious fish are caught, and look, Norwegian salmon is tasty too, right?
So, we went to a Japanese restaurant to enjoy some sashimi. I don't really know the types of fish, but there's fatty tuna, lean fish, all incredibly fresh and tender.
And look at this photo!
They've scattered flower petals on the sashimi, isn't it lovely?
The salt in the foreground is rock salt. Don't think that Japanese people only love soy sauce. Sometimes, just a little sprinkle of salt enhances the flavor!
By the way, I love the classic tuna. When you come to Japan, you must try it! Tuna sushi.
Then there's the salad. We ordered a 'luxurious seafood salad'. It's packed with seafood, and I'm thoroughly satisfied. There's even lightly seared salmon, and besides fish, scallops and clams were also incredibly delicious.
The vegetables are fresh as can be, each with a subtle sweetness that reflects the care of the farmers who nurtured them.
Yes, love is essential in everything.
Even in the same job, whether you work while thinking, "It's tiresome doing the same thing every day," or "I hope to provide a wonderful moment for the customers who eat this," the taste of vegetables and the joy of work will differ.
So, how's your job? Are you enjoying it day by day?
If you find yourself in a gloomy rut, maybe take a break and look up at the sky.
And here, I'd like to give you these words as a gift.
"I do not believe you are successful
simply becaue you have made a lot of money, expanded your business
or increased your social status.
I do not mean to belittle these accomplishments,
but while this kind of outward growth is necessary,
what lies behind it is more important:
for you to be able to say you are truly successful your heart
must be ablaze with 'compassionate love'.
Success without love is not true success at all.
People who don't have 'compassionate love' will not be able to truly understand
what it means to bring happiness to others
nor comprehend the meaning of contributing to create a happier society."
- The Laws of Success -
So, what is the definision of 'compassionate love'??
I would like to explore dividing the definition of 'compassionate love' into 3 points in the next blog.
The quote actually comes from our book, 'The Laws of Success.' If you're interested in reading more, please consider purchasing and delving into it.
