I enjoyed Patrick Jenkins’ Lunch with Edward Bonham Carter (June 26), although I was surprised to read that the restaurant chosen, Kiku, means “ask or listen” in Japanese. This is certainly one meaning of the word, phonetically. It can also mean chrysanthemum, as the character on the restaurant sign indicates. In fact, as the chrysanthemum in Japan represents longevity, rejuvenation and nobility, it’s an even more apt symbol for an interview with this youthful city veteran and scion of the aristocracy.
Stephen D Barber
London W2, UK
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