I have made repeated visits since 2022 to launch this project. While the main counterpart institution was decided quickly, selecting the implementing institutions took more time. Additionally, to establish a suitable research environment and gather information, I visited not only Vietnam but also Cambodia and Colombia. I have included records of these visits as well. Although the content may resemble food reviews, I believe that food culture forms the foundation of a country’s overall culture. (All the reports are written in Japanese at this point)
