World view (word-for-word)
A conceptual framework that helps one understand how the world is structured, develops and functions
Ethnocentrism (key phrase)
The BELIEF THAT ONES CULTURE IS INHERENTLY SUPERIOR TO OTHERS. The tendency to view other cultures from the perspective of one’s own. (equally as important)
Values (+ examples)
Ideals, customs, or institutions of a society that are regarded highly by a group of people.
Examples: Honesty, loyalty, bravery, respecting elders
Tools of the historian (+ examples)
A branch of knowledge and/or a method of study.
Examples: Iconography, Heraldry (coats of arms), linguistics, ceramics
Elements of the Washoku chart
5 Tastes, 5 preparations, 5 colours, 5 senses
Examples of colours (from washoku chart)
Black, white, red, green yellow
Examples of preparation (from washoku chart)
Grilled, fried, raw, steamed, simmered
Examples of senses (from washoku chart)
Sight, smell, taste hearing, touch
Examples of tastes (from washoku chart)
Sweet, sour, salty, bitter, spicy
Definition of “Washoku”
The harmony of food
What is a State Apparatus (SA)?
The power that a state wields and manages primarily through force
What is an Ideological State Apparatus (ISA)?
Institutions with functions outside of the political and administrative that subconsciously enforce the ideas of the State Aparatus. THEY EXERT POWER THROUGH IDEOLOGY NOT FORCE
Examples of SA?
Police, military, laws, schools, books
Examples of ISA?
Books, hospitals, schools
What is Matpakke? (characteristics)
Traditional Norweigian lunch consisting of a few (2-3) layers of brown bred with pate, fish, sliced meat or cheese on top.
What is Bento? (characteristics)
Traditional Japanese lunch presented inside a box, usually with a variety of small portions of different meals or foods
Some differences between Bento and Matpakke?
Matpakke is meant to be bland and boring to avoid decision fatigue. Quick to make, not very nutritious
Bento is meant to be complex and made with effort and care. Time consuming, healthy
Some similarities between Bento and Matpakke?
Both are meant to be eaten quickly, both are easy to transport, both are traditional foods of their country of origin, both are key in integrating into that society
What are some key Japanese culinary codes incorporated into the Bento? (3)
1) Appearance: Food is presented in specific patterns and in contrast to one another
2) Opposition: Textures, tastes and visuals of food should be opposing when placed next to each other
3) Naturalization: Food should be fresh and appear that way by emulating nature
Functions of an ISA?
1) The primary function of the institution (Ex: health for a hospital)
2) Indoctrination of people into a certain way of seeing the world
How can a Bento be considered an ISA?
It enforces social norms without any means of force (eating quickly, no waste, education mother)
What are the values of the Bento?
Social conformity, order, education, childhood, wonder, maternal self-sacrifice
How is the number 5 viewed by Japanese culture?
It is considered a lucky number
(5 elements from Washoku chart)
What food/dish could be a cultural symbol for Japan?
A bowl of white rice
