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Sitting in seiza
Sensei begins within silence
We practice making a good soup
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In response to a question as to the meaning of Tsuke-Jiru, here is what I believe it means:
Tsuke-Jiru (zoo-kay -- gee-rue) -- A broth in which noodles and all sorts of foods are cooked. Making a good Tsuke-Jiru is the sign of a good cook; meaning that it takes time, discipline, and skill of a good teacher to instill knowledge and skill to students.
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