Pranzo a Konoha. L’autentica cucina giapponese, tra anime, manga e tradizione

Lunch in Konoha: Authentic Japanese Cuisine, Between Anime, Manga, and Tradition

How many times, while watching our favorite anime, have we wished we could taste the dishes filling the screen? From the steaming ramen in Naruto to the mountains of food devoured by the heroes of Demon Slayer, and even the iconic onigiri that comfort Chihiro in Spirited Away, Japanese cuisine is an art capable of making your mouth water while telling stories, emotions, and deep connections.
But how does that drawn magic translate into a real, authentic flavor — part of a culinary tradition as ancient as Japan itself? Sam Nazionale, a young and passionate scholar of Japanese culture, explains it to us. Thanks to his popular @pranzoakonoha profile, he has become a reference point for anyone wanting to discover authentic Japanese cuisine through an approach that is both rigorous and friendly, accessible to all.
Sam is not an untouchable sensei, but a senpai — a more experienced companion guiding us on an extraordinary journey. He learned to cook not from books, but in the kitchens of his Japanese friends and mentors in Italy, who revealed to him the secrets, traditions, and flavors at the heart of their families and culture. His path is further enriched by his collaboration with the Consulate General of Japan in Milan, for whom Sam produces anime-food content.
The result is this book, featuring 80 mostly original recipes, from classics like tempura, takoyaki, and oden to the most creative bentō, allowing you to prepare at home the iconic dishes from your favorite anime. But be warned: what you hold in your hands is much more than a cookbook. It is a gateway to Japanese culture and taste, helping you understand the hidden meaning behind every ingredient and learn to say, with gratitude, itadakimasu.