The friendship between India and Japan is not limited to just diplomacy and meetings, but has also reached the dining table. A video is going viral on social media, which has won the hearts of people. In this video, Japanese Ambassador Ono Keiichi is seen enjoying biryani in the traditional Indian style at the famous Andhra Bhawan in Delhi. Without a fork or spoon, he is seen eating biryani with his hands with complete ease, and his style is being praised a lot. This video not only shows the power of Indian food but is also a beautiful example of the fusion of cultures.
Tried eating biryani by hand — following my Indian friends😊
Like sushi🍣, it tastes even better when eaten by hand.
I feel I’ve come a little closer to my friends!very nice😋 pic.twitter.com/H55Bf9COuE
— ONO Keiichi, Ambassador of Japan (@JapanAmbIndia) January 20, 2026
Japanese ambassador was seen tasting biryani with his hands
In the viral video, it is clearly visible that Ono Keiichi is sitting at a table in Andhra Bhawan and biryani has been served in front of him. He casually picks up the biryani with his hands and is seen eating it with a smile. His facial expression shows that he is thoroughly enjoying the taste. The interesting thing is that he himself wrote a funny caption along with the video. “Like sushi, it tastes even better when eaten with hands,” he wrote. This line quickly went viral on social media.
Andhra Bhavan has a rich history of delicious food
Andhra Bhavan in Delhi is already known for its delicious and traditional food. Its biryani and South Indian dishes are famous not only in India but also internationally. The visit of the Japanese ambassador and his enjoyment of eating in the traditional way further adds to the popularity of this place. This video shows that the magic of Indian food transcends boundaries.
Users say, “Biryani is something different”
As soon as this video was shared on the internet, millions of people watched and shared it. Social media users are now giving different types of reactions on this video. One user wrote, “Feed them Delhi’s Chole Bhature too!” Another user wrote, “Biryani is something else.” Another user wrote, “If everyone in the world eats biryani once, he will become its fan.”
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