Inspired by her grandmother’s miso soup and the sight of her making fresh bonito shavings, Mai Nagamatsu is telling the world about the wonders of katsuo-bushi. The chef piles a helping of bonito shavings on rice, conveying the wishes of her food producers. Customers who want seconds can enjoy shaving the bonito themselves. She thanks each departing customer with her trademark farewell, Arigatsuo! – expressing gratitude that springs from her grandmother’s love.