Wow!

What is the only place in Massachusetts that you can watch a chef cook your teriyaki chicken on a grill in front of you with 4 foot flames, and an onion volcano? It's Marlborough's very own Fuji Steakhouse. As you sit in the row of chairs with your chopsticks in hand you see your very own Master Chef come to your grill with his spatula and ready to amaze you. He then starts banging his spatula against the grill and flipping it around, making you think that it's got to be an illusion... but it's not. You then realize that this is not your ordinary Japanese restaurant. The chef next spills oil on the grill, lights a match and before you know it, 4 foot flames appear on the grill. A bright orange light fills the room and the intense heat covers your face but before you know it the flames are gone. You now wonder how the chef keeps the flames so under control. Now is when the chef starts cooking. He spins and raw egg on the grill and bounces it around on his spatula and after he shows off a little he gives it a toss and cracks it on the side on his spatula. After he has thrown some fried rice on your plate he takes the rings of onions and stacks them like a volcano. You start to imagine what kind of trick he'll do now, when 1... 2... 3... he pours oil into the center and lets it on fire making an onion volcano! The chef has now left you with a full plate of food, an empty stomach and very enjoyable experience.

Facts about Japan

Here are some facts about Japan if your interested:

• Japan has 192 volcanoes, of which 58 are still active.
• Japan has an area slightly smaller than California and has a population of 126 million, making this country the fifth most populous in the world.
• The five main islands of Japan are Honshu, Kyushu, Shikoku, Hokkaido and Okinawa.
• English-speaking policemen wear a red armband.
• Shintoism, Buddhism and Christianity are the main religions practiced in Japan.
• The three largest corporations in Japan are 1) Mitsubishi, 2) Sumitomo, and 3) Itoh.
• Japan's unemployment is about 3 percent.
• Tradition says that the eldest son and his wife have the major responsibility for caring for his parents.
• Most Japanese have studied English in school, but their studies were geared toward passing exams, not holding conversations. As a result, many hesitate to speak English, but may understand more than most Americans give them credit for. They may therefore be offended if spoken to in broken English.
• There are approximately 250 colleges in Japan, with 80% of them located in the Tokyo area.
• Very few Japanese appreciate being called mama-san or papa-san, so forget what you've seen in the movies.
• The Japanese consider it inappropriate to show affection in public.
• The average female marries at age 24 and the average male at age 27.
• In most homes and some restaurants, you'll have to remove your shoes before entering.
• Green tea is the national drink of Japan.
• Japanese drive on the left side of the road.
• Water is safe to drink, except in the most remote areas of the country.
• Hashi (chopsticks) are the normal eating utensils. Using them is easier than you might think.
• Some restaurants and nightclubs might be closed to foreigners; it's best to check before you enter.
• It's not unusual to hear Japanese slurp as they eat ramen or other noodle dishes; but, it is impolite to smack your lips, speak with your mouth full, or use a toothpick in public.
• Many Japanese restaurants have plastic or wax food on display in windows or cases to show passersby the types of food served.
• Bar snacks are not usually free.
• Japan is the largest importer of food in the world.
• Tipping is not an accepted practice in bars, restaurants, taxis, etc.
• Travelers checks and credit cards are not accepted in many restaurants.
• Bargaining in Japan is not generally accepted. The price listed is the price you pay.
• Japanese do not use personal checking accounts, so personal checks are not acceptable payment outside of U.S. facilities. U.S. dollars must be exchanged on base or in a Japanese bank prior to making purchases off-base.
• Stores are usually closed Jan. 1-3 to celebrate the New Year.
• Sumo is the national sport of Japan, despite the popularity of baseball. Sumo wrestlers are often 6 feet tall and weigh more than 300 pounds.
• If you visit a public hot bath, remember the tub is for relaxing, not cleaning. Shower before entering the tub.