Part travel guide, part cultural celebration, Rice, Noodle, Fish invites readers to explore an entire country through the lens of food. In this eclectic journey through Japan, Matt Goulding navigates the intersection between food, history and culture, sharing the colours, textures, tastes and cultural DNA that this extraordinary cuisine has to offer. The book explores Japan's most intriguing culinary disciplines in seven key regions, from the traditional kaiseki of Kyoto and sushi masters of Tokyo, to the street food of Osaka and the ramen culture of Fukuoka.This brilliant narrative considers the cultural and culinary flavours of each region and the stories behind the people who prepare it. A rare breed of inspiration and information, Rice, Noodle, Fish is perfect for the intrepid and armchair traveller alike. A must-have exploration of the world's deepest and most misunderstood food culture, the end result is an exquisitely immersive culinary journey through this captivating country.