also: おやがしんでもしょくやすみ
expression
resting after a meal is sacrosanct
Proverb emphasizing that one should always rest after eating, no matter how urgent or tragic the circumstances. Often used humorously or to justify a post-meal break.
「親が死んでも食休み」と言って、彼は昼食後に必ず昼寝をする。
Saying 'even if your parents die, rest after eating,' he always takes a nap after lunch.
A traditional Japanese proverb. The exact origin is uncertain, but it reflects the cultural importance of post-meal rest.