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Hello Undine!! It has been a HOT MINUTE, but it is I, Kewpie Anon!! I had actually sent you a reply a while back, but as I was writing it, my computer crashed🙃. I have ADHD, so all the executive function I mustered to write up my long ass reply faded away...SO HERE'S A TLDR; turns out the mayo we use in our household isn't even kewpie LMAO??? I asked my mum and she was like 「キユーピーって味が酸っぱいから嫌い〜」and I was like *white man blinking gif in Mandela effect*. So I opened the fridge...and it's this brandless mayo bottle with a yellow cap. No clue who the maker is, but it ain't kewpie. So there goes the entire basis of my internet persona😂. ALSO!! I have always loved the キユーピーたらこ CMs, and I aspire to inflict that chaotic gremlin energy upon my friends. Anyway, what finally kicked my ass into gear to reply was this: seeing that you identify as greyasexual biromantic. **SPIDER MAN GIF INTENSIFIES CAUSE I DO TOO?!?!** I am shook. I only know one other person who is biromantic, and it was only because of them that I realised I was too. It sure answered why I had pined for my high school best friend while not wanting anything physical with her. So, yeah!! Solidarity!! Now, here's my question to you: do you read Japanese novels? If so, which ones did you enjoy? Sadly, while I am a fluent speaker, my kanji knowledge is lacking (but I'm working on it!). I'd love to hear your thoughts😊. Cheers!

Kewpie anon!!! It's so nice to hear from you. I was actually just wondering how you were doing a couple days ago.

I am so sorry about your mayo dilemma; that's got to be a huge shock!!! Mandela effect: it's SO real. It's funny, my mom and grandma say the exact same thing about Kewpie mayonnaise. Maybe you're an Ajinomoto family like we are?? We can just pretend that your internet persona is just based off those ICONIC Kewpie tarako commercials and nothing else. Or you know, the actual kewpie dolls.

And oh my god maybe we're actually the same person??? That's incredible, we have so much in common. I personally don't know many biromantic people either!!! Talking about stuff like this is so important, because it took me a really long time actually learn that asexuality was a thing, and even longer to realize that it made a lot of sense to me. I am so glad to have met you omg

I haven't read many Japanese novels, mostly because I always gravitated towards video games, manga, how to draw books, video game guides, and psychology books when I was in Japan, back when I was younger. I got a bit more interested in reading Japanese novels when I started high school, but then I stopped being able to go to Japan every summer like I used to. Which obviously means, less exposure to Japanese bookstores which is a SHAME because they are incredible?? It is insane how enjoyable it is to read Japanese nonfiction books. They're so cute and pretty with so many pictures and diagrams and art while being really easy to read and ughhh

I have no idea when I'm able to go to Japan next, but I'm definitely looking forward to grabbing more novels to read!

Here are the books that I have on my bookshelf right now. I used to have more, but my mom and I are going through a massive house cleaning and reorganization right now, so I packed away the others in boxes.

I actually haven't read most of these yet.

Of these, I've only read ビリギャル. I remember when it was a huge deal several years ago and I picked up it a little while later. It was really good and super inspiring.

I am a huge mystery fan, and because I don't know many Japanese authors and what books are good, you can definitely tell that I trend towards them. 暗黒女子、探偵倶楽部 and その時までサヨナラ are all mysteries. I'll read them someday I'm sure. I think they were all really popular back when they came out because they were on display and had the little notes written about them, you know? So I'm positive that they're amazing.

I haven't read those 王様ゲーム books yet either, but I did read the original 王様ゲーム trilogy (the ones in the picture are the sequel trilogy, I think). One interesting thing that I noticed was that I picked up a lot of psychological horror type books when I was in Japan several years ago, even though I'm not a horror fan. You can read the Wikipedia article here if you're interested! I don't know if this type of story is your jam, but I'm a huge fan of the death game subgenre, so it was right up my alley.

On a similar psychological horror/death game binge (I got all of the horror books at the same time. I must've been going through something), I read モニタールーム and リアル鬼ごっこ.

All of those horror books were really haunting, and my family asked me if I was okay several times as I was reading them. But they were really good; I couldn't put them down.

One book that I remember reading for a 読書感想文 when I was in elementary school is 虹色蛍. It's a story about time traveling to a 昭和 era Japan and while I don't remember the details, I remember it having a pretty profound impact on me as a kid. If kanji is a bit of a struggle for you (isn't it for everyone?), this might be a good one to read since it's geared towards younger audiences, but the story still packs a massive punch and adults can enjoy it too.

I also remember one of my Japanese school classmates lending me ケータイ小説 back when they were a thing called テディベア. I think this was the first Japanese 文庫本 that I read ever. It's definitely a tragic tearjerker, and me and my friends at Japanese school all spent 休み時間 crying our eyes about over this book because my friend had all of us read it.

I know there were a few others, but I can't remember what they're called 😭 I don't even know what to google so I can find them. I'll definitely let you know if I remember anything else.

I'm also studying kanji! I attended a Japanese school every Saturday, so I do know most of the kanji. I can read it just fine to survive everyday in Japan and read books. And if I don't know how to read it, I can use context clues to figure it out. But writing them is definitely a lot harder for me! It's easy to get away with not writing them because we have cell phones and computers to type them out on (I always have my cell phone in hand when writing in Japanese to see how to write the kanji), but I have a couple of 漢字検定 workbooks that are around 六級 and 七級, that I've been slowly working through to brush up on my ability. I want to be able to write them! And my Japanese handwriting is atrocious so I've been practicing them too. When I go to Japan next, whenever that may be, I'm definitely planning on buying several kanji workbooks all the way from elementary school level to high school level so I can practice. And the ones for elementary school kids look really fun, so...

Let me know if you have any reccs for me too. I'm always so overwhelmed at bookstores to make a purchase because they all look so good!

Also I have this very good link for watching バラエティー番組　for free without subscription,,, Let me know if you want it. I love watching them.

#undine answers stuff #not writing #kewpie anon #also just in case you haven't figured it out yet #if you're ever wondering if i've replied or not #you can use the kewpie anon tag to see my latest posts #also i've never typed in japanglish so much before omg #it's exciting

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22 LA Restaurants To Help You Avoid Delivery Deja Vu added to Google Docs

22 LA Restaurants To Help You Avoid Delivery Deja Vu

These are uncertain times, so it’s normal to have a lot of questions - “When will the shelter-in-place be lifted?” “Can things ever go back to normal?” “If time doesn’t exist anymore, how can my crush still be ‘too busy’ to text me back?” etc.

And while you wait for answers, you’ve probably found comfort in the familiar, like looking through old photos, reaching out to former roommates, or ordering from your favorite neighborhood restaurant. Then ordering from that same restaurant again. And again. And again. Your life already feels like someone took a Groundhog Day DVD and ran it through the dishwasher, so the last thing you want is for your diet to become as monotonous the rest of your waking hours. But we’ve got a guide for that. From Japanese eel specialists to “The best Cuban sandwich in the world,” these 22 spots are guaranteed to break up your delivery deja vu.

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the spots Jakob Layman Biriyani Kabob House $ $ $ $ Indian , Bangladeshi , Pakistani in Koreatown $$$$ 3525 W 3rd St 8.4 /10

Although you could do delivery from this Little Bangladesh restaurant, picking up your order is half the fun - because it gives you a chance to chat with the owner, who, when we called to see if they were still open during the shutdown, simply replied “We’re going to stay open as long as they let us stay open” (but with, like, a lot more UPPERCASE letters). But delivery/takeout/pick-up/contactless/etc. aside, it all becomes pretty immaterial once you start eating their fantastic Pakistani and Bangladeshi dishes, like their deeply aromatic basmati rice, tender lamb shank curry, and a rich, buttery chicken karahi that tastes like liquid gold, or Sonoya Mizuno’s bathwater. Available for takeout and delivery, call (213) 384-3570 or find them on most major apps.

Order delivery Krystal Thompson Blessed Tropical Jamaican Cuisine $ $ $ $ Jamaican in Inglewood $$$$ 901 S. Prairie Ave. 8.3 /10

Oh, Blessed Tropical Jamaican Cuisine. What was once an evocative, charming name has turned into something almost like a taunt, winking knowingly as we stare out of the window, longing for a time when Corona was just a beer and the only thing keeping us from vacationing in the Caribbean was a lack of funds. Well, the past is the past, and if we’re going to be stuck in our respective homes for the foreseeable future, we might as well be doing it with a plate or two of their incredible jerk chicken and marinated oxtail. Available for takeout and delivery, call (310) 330-0649 or find them on the apps.

Jakob Layman Brodard Restaurant $ $ $ $ Vietnamese in Fountain Valley $$$$ 16105 Brookhurst St 8.3 /10

From sizzling catfish to oxtail pho, much like our unbridled love for Sydney Sweeney, the options for excellent Vietnamese food in Westminster are truly limitless. All you need is a little guidance and a push in the right direction. So, consider this your push - Brodard is one of the most popular restaurants in the area , mostly because of their flavorful, textually complex nem nuong cuon, or grilled pork spring rolls. Filled with sweet sausage, crunchy, deep-fried bits of rice paper, and fresh mint leaves, we’d happily eat this dish every single day, kind of like we were Sisyphus and these spring rolls were our boulder. Available for takeout, call (657) 247-4401 to order or find them on the apps.

CHD CHD $$$$ 3377 Wilshire Blvd

Although freezers across the city are packed with the frozen wares of Mama Lu’s, Lao Tao, and Little Fatty, if you’re the type of person who suspects pan-frying dumplings might be just a little out of your skill-level, then head to CHD. This Koreatown restaurant specializes in made-to-order mandu, and serves everything on the dumpling spectrum, from grilled to steamed, and with fillings like ground pork, kimchi, galbi, and shrimp, all available for takeout and delivery - call (213) 334-4333 or find them on most major apps.

Order delivery El Cochinito El Cochinito $$$$ 3508 Sunset Blvd

El Cochinito’s Cuban sandwich isn’t just the best in Silver Lake, or even the best in the city - according to the International Cuban Sandwich Festival, it’s the best in the world. And now, you can enjoy this award-winning sandwich from the comfort (and safety) of your own home, where you’ve been busy contemplating life’s greatest questions, like “Is Michael Barbaro cute?” and “How hard is it to cut your own bangs, really?” In addition to the aforementioned sandwiches, this family-owned restaurant is also offering plates of their slow roasted pork, arroz con leche, and tons of beer and wine. Available for takeout and delivery - call (323) 668-0737 or find them on the apps.

Jakob Layman E Stretto $ $ $ $ Sandwiches in Downtown LA $$$$ 351 S Broadway 7.7 /10

If you’re tired of ordering from Bay Cities, but you’re still in the mood for an Italian sub, then it’s time to head to E Stretto. Everything on the menu at this tiny Downtown shop comes on their excellent house-baked ciabatta, but we’re especially partial to their spicy turkey pesto and pressed roast beef. However - the real reason you travelled here is for the Il Papa, a giant sub filled with mortadella, chorizo, manchego, and giardiniera, which serves as their remix to the ubiquitous Godmother. And much like the cinematic, Western stylings of the Violents version of Kacey Musgraves’ “High Horse,” this is one of the few remixes that are just as good as the original. Available for takeout and delivery - call (213) 265-7017 or find them on the apps.

Fugetsu-Do Fugetsu-Do $$$$ 315 E 1st St

If you’re overwhelmed by the persistent feeling that nothing matters and a healthy dose of “hope is a genetic defect,” then maybe it’s time to put down the Medium article and pick up some dessert. And Fugetsu-Do, a very sweet Japanese confectionary in Little Tokyo seems like the right place to start. They sell everything from house-made manju (traditional mochi filled with adzuki, or red bean paste) to mochi made with chocolate ganache - which is, in short, the perfect salve for all of that ultimately boring nihilism. Available for pick-up in-store, or visit their website to place an order.

Krystal Thompson FurnSaj Bakery $ $ $ $ Mediterranean , Middle Eastern in Granada Hills , Northridge $$$$ 11146 Balboa Blvd 8.2 /10

We’re not sure when sourdough became the king of quarantine activities, but for some reason, we’ve been talking about bread a lot lately. Like, a lot a lot. And whether you’ve been the one leading that charge, or simply have soured on all things dough, you should head to Furn Saj. Located in The Valley, this pair of Lebanese bakeries (there’s a second outpost in Glendora) serves all sorts of life-affirming baked goods, like labneh drizzled in honey and saroukh, a bread filled with cheese, onion, and parsley. But what’s really worth the drive to Granada Hills/going outside are their beef and chicken shawarmas - both of which are among the best in LA. Available for pick-up in-store, or find them on the apps.

Gardena Bowl Coffee Shop $ $ $ $ Diner , Hawaiian in Gardena $$$$ 15707 S Vermont Ave 7.5 /10

Even under quarantine, life continues to surprise us: No-sew masks are apparently quite hard to make, RuPaul, evidently, is fracking, and this bowling alley in Gardena is still making some of the best Hawaiian food in LA. And while the actual bowling part is closed for the time being, the tiny diner attached to it is still going strong, and serving everything from smokey kalua pig to their house special, the Hawaiian Royale - a simple but massive scramble of eggs, rice, chashu, and Portuguese sausage. Call (310) 532-0820 to place an order for pick-up.

Jakob Layman Hotville Chicken $ $ $ $ American , Southern in Baldwin Hills $$$$ 4070 Marlton Ave Not

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Haven’t you heard? The old world is burning, capitalism is the real virus, and the revolution is now - so you might as well have a good fried chicken sandwich in hand. And it doesn’t get much better than Hotville - the Crenshaw restaurant owned and operated by a relative of the family behind Nashville’s iconic Prince’s Hot Chicken. And they have the super-hot chicken (and the tremendously buttery mac and cheese) to prove it. Available for takeout and delivery, call (323) 792-4835 or find them on the apps.

The KBBQ Kit KBBQ Kit $$$$

Korean BBQ - what a concept. Can you imagine doing that today? Eating at a communal table while everyone picks at the same, small plates of banchan? But that doesn’t mean you can’t have galbi, pork belly, and, in theory, good times at home - The Korean BBQ Kit is now selling kits for two-four people, complete with seasonal banchan, your choice of marinated meat, rice, and dipping sauces. And, if you’re like us (and we’re guessing, many other people) and don’t have your own Korean BBQ set-up at home, they also have table burners, charcoal grills, and butane fuel for purchase. Now the only thing left to do is find a well-curated playlist of Twice songs. Order for delivery through their website.

Kitsune $$$$ 3719 W Sunset Blvd

Kitsune is a small takeaway counter in Silver Lake, and an offshoot of Kombu Sushi. And there’s basically only one thing on the menu here - perfectly crafted onigiri, or Japanese rice balls, which are the ideal snack for doomscrolling through Twitter and/or staring blankly at the wall until a car passes by and snaps you back to reality. Each rice ball comes with a filling, like salted salmon, tuna mixed with Kewpie mayonnaise, and chicken gochujang. Available for takeout or delivery, order through their website.

Lalibela Ethiopian Restaurant $$$$ 1025 S Fairfax Ave

Forcing yourself to eat vegetables while in quarantine is kind of like doing, well, any other activity during quarantine: Pretty unpleasant. Unless, that is, you’re ordering from Lalibela in Little Ethiopia. We usually order the Veggie Utopia, a giant spread of 14 different plant-based dishes, such as spicy chickpea stew, collard greens, and split peas, all served upon on soft and spongy injera - which just so happens to be perfect for mopping up the occasional tear. Call (323) 965-1025 to order, or find them on delivery apps.

Malubianbian 馬路邊邊 $$$$ 301 W Valley Blvd

Right now, it feels imperative to feel less, whether that’s burying yourself in Survivor marathons, or spending hours in front of the mirror at night, trying to coax your reflection to switch realms with you. Or, you could just try numbing your mouth on some super-spicy hot pot. If that’s the route you’ve chosen (wise), then it’s time to order from Malubianbian, a Chengdu-based hot pot chain that recently opened their first U.S. storefront in Rowland Heights. The name of the game here is skewers filled with meats and veggies such as lamb, beef, tofu, and mushrooms, dipped into a spicy, chili-loaded broth. Now available for takeout and delivery, call (626) 656-6140 to order.

Wonho Frank Lee Mantee Cafe $ $ $ $ Armenian in Studio City $$$$ 10962 Ventura Blvd 8.2 /10

From breakups to Slack-related embarrassments, for years, this family-run Armenian restaurant in Studio City has been our go-to for all of our bad days. So yeah, we’ve been thinking about it a lot lately. But rest assured that there’s still a way to feel comfort, via mouthfuls of dolma, plates of sizzling, hot feta, and mantee, boat-shaped ravioli filled with ground beef and topped with yogurt, their namesake dish. Available for takeout and delivery, call (818) 761-6565 or find them on the apps.

Holly Liss Mexicali Taco & Co. $ $ $ $ Tacos , Mexican in Chinatown $$$$ 702 N. Figueroa St. 7.9 /10

If we had to pick the perfect quarantine companion, our first choice would be a post-Lion Dev Patel, then an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccination, and then the Vampiro Taco from Mexicali Co. No disrespect to the other items on the menu - their Baja-style Mexican is among some of the best in the city - but when it comes down to it, this half taco, half quesadilla behemoth is exactly what we want to be eating while we engage in the thrilling quarantine activity of moving from one couch to the other couch. Plus, the garlic sauce is so good, it could win a Nobel Peace Prize if given the chance, and may actually ward off vampires. What? At this point, anything could happen. Available for takeout, call (213) 613-0416 to order.

Order delivery Morfia's Ribs And Pies $$$$ 4077 Lincoln Blvd

Located in a particularly BBQ-less part of an even more BBQ-less town, Morfia’s is a simple, homestyle Southern restaurant serving all of the seafarers, octogenarians, and occasional Senior Editors residing in Marina del Rey. Is their pulled pork revolutionizing the world of BBQ? Not really. Does their Key lime pie hold the answers to questions like “When will I ever be in a group-setting again?” Definitely not. However, it is the only place in LA that serves both true Texas brisket AND baklava cheesecake - which, in these dark times is enough. Available for takeout and delivery, call (310) 821-6939 or find them on the apps.

Ronan/Genevieve Adams Parm Boyz $$$$ 7315 Melrose Ave

Operating out of Ronan’s dining room twice a month, this Italian-style pop-up is - to lift a phrase from the ‘ol School Of Good Journalism - doing a lot. And say what you want Parm Boyz’ fratty social media presence, Tony Soprano memes, and… that z in their name, but they’re never boring. And more importantly - their Italian tasting menu, which is only $40 and comes with antipasti, Caesar salad, tiramisu, and their eponymous parm, is actually one of the better red-sauce-related deals in town. Head to their website to place an order.

Krystal Thompson Pearl River Deli $ $ $ $ Chinese in Chinatown $$$$ 727 N Broadway #130 Not

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Much like our belief in a higher power, this Chinatown restaurant is constantly evolving. Ever since their first pop-up at the beginning of the year, we’ve already seen Pearl River Deli through name changes, menu rehauls, and most recently, a paint job, but what’s stayed consistent is an unwavering, singular focus on innovative Cantonese food like Macau-style pork chops, and a silky egg scramble that’s basically one, big siu mai omelette. But our favorite dish here, and one of their most recent additions, is the white cut chicken. Poached chicken, somehow made plump and tender by the poultry-genius known as the chef behind Side Chick in Arcadia, is served over a bed of rice and covered in an aromatic minced ginger/scallion sauce. Text (626) 688-9507 to place an order.

Order delivery Petite Peso $$$$ 419 W 7th St

Petite Peso is a mere babe in restaurant years (and in normal years, too). That’s because this Filipino restaurant opened during the age of Coronavirus. Located in teeny storefront in DTLA, they’re serving a variety of traditional classics here, such as buttery pan de sal (slightly sweet bread rolls), lumpia, kare kare (a thick, savory stew made with peanut sauce), and adobo - all of which can upgraded to family size. Whether you’re actually feeding other people, however - that’s between you and your God. Available for takeout and delivery, call (209) 438-7376 or find them on most major apps.

Toku Unagi Toku Unagi $ $ $ $ Japanese in West Hollywood $$$$ 1106 N La Cienega Blvd Not

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Toku Unagi’s elaborate, obsessively crafted boxes of freshwater eel are perfect for celebrating a big night in, even if all you’re commemorating is surviving another day without texting your ex. Available for both pick-up and delivery, LA’s first (and only) eel-specialist is now offering their signature imported Japanese unagi to-go, and for much lower prices - sets now start at $15 (compared to the $53 they used to cost pre-quarantine). But if you’re not really f-eeling like eating unagi, this Weho restaurant also has a large assortment of curries, high-quality sushi, teriyaki plates, and sake by the bottle for sale. Call (310) 854-7285, or place an order through their website and most major apps.

Order delivery Jayme Burrows Wood Spoon $$$$ 107 E 9th St

So as of right now, it seems like there are only three things being offered to-go at this DTLA restaurant: A daily special (made for two), a vegetarian version of that special, and (drumroll please) their Brazilian chicken pot pie. Having a “Favorite pot pie in the city” might seem asinine, but one bite into its perfectly flaky crust, and you’ll become a believer. One word of advice though: You’re definitely not going to want to share this one, so if you’re sheltering-in-place with other people, we suggest that either they get their own, or you find a nice, cozy crawl space in the wall. Call (213) 629-1765 to place an order for pick-up.

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