How to Say ‘Prep; preparation’ in Japanese
仕込み
shikomi
[shee-koh-mee]
💬 Usage Tip: [仕込み] means kitchen prep work done before service, like cutting, portioning, or making stock.
🇯🇵 In Japan: In Japanese food culture, good [仕込み] is often seen as the hidden key to a smooth, high-quality service.
Phrase Breakdown
仕込み
shikomi
[shee-koh-mee]
prep; food preparation
Kitchen prep work done before cooking or service.
朝の仕込みを早く始めます。
We start the morning prep early.
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