also: おやがしんでもしょくやすみ
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.
Saying 'even if your parents die, rest after eating,' he always takes a nap after lunch.
Standard kanji form of the proverb.
Alternate reading using しょく for 食; less common.
A traditional Japanese proverb. The exact origin is uncertain, but it reflects the cultural importance of post-meal rest.