Japan Ambassador Keiichi Wins Hearts Eating Biryani by Hand, Video Goes Viral
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News18•21-01-2026, 21:42
Japan Ambassador Keiichi Wins Hearts Eating Biryani by Hand, Video Goes Viral
- •Japan's Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, went viral for eating traditional Andhra Pradesh biryani with his hands in Delhi.
- •His natural adoption of the Indian custom of eating by hand showcased respect and affection for Indian culture.
- •Ambassador Keiichi compared eating biryani by hand to enjoying sushi, noting both taste better when eaten this way.
- •This act of embracing local traditions highlights soft diplomacy, strengthening India-Japan relations beyond formal ties.
- •The video resonated with many, as eating by hand in India is seen as an emotional connection to food, enhancing the taste experience.
Why It Matters: Japan's Ambassador embraced Indian culture by eating biryani with his hands, fostering goodwill and soft diplomacy.
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