Pull the upper part of the kimono over the cord and let it hang down evenly. This chopstick does not move. Place the other chopstick between the ends of your thumb and first two fingers. This is the one you will move up and down against the other to grab food. It is best to hold the chopsticks closer to the bottom end.
Japanese chopsticks taper to a point.
Chinese chopsticks are more blunt. Page includes music showing the melody, words, and simple pronunciation guide. Translation to come. You can click to hear the MIDI file sound bite. Tenpura - Make a batter of one cup flour and one cup ice water.