The final cooking demo of 2025 featured two comforting Japanese recipes—Simmered Kabocha and Spinach Ohitashi. Warm, balanced, and seasonally inspired, these dishes closed the year with the beauty and simplicity of Japanese home cooking.

Our November 1st cooking demo featured Sukiyaki, a comforting hot pot from Japan prepared Kansai-style in a donabe. This beloved dish balanced sweet and savory flavors through a simmering blend of soy sauce, sugar, sake, and tender beef—showcasing the warmth and harmony of Japanese recipes.

Our October 25th cooking demo featured Takoyaki, one of Japan’s most iconic street foods. These golden, octopus-filled bites showcased Osaka’s signature style — crisp on the outside, tender and creamy inside — finished with Takoyaki sauce, Japanese mayo, and bonito flakes.

A cozy highlight of Japanese recipes ,  this Salmon Chowder w/ Miso & Oat Milk layers delicate umami flavors in a creamy, comforting broth. Tender salmon, potato, leek, and mushrooms simmer gently in a light dashi base enriched with white miso and oat milk. The result is a nourishing bowl that bridges Japanese simplicity with the warmth of classic chowder — balanced, wholesome, and beautifully modern. 👉 Click on the PDF link below for the full recipe. Okayama Castle, known a

Our October 18th cooking demo featured three grill-inspired Japanese recipes — Yakitori Tare, Yakiniku Classic Tare Marinade, and Yakiniku Yuzu Shoyu Marinade. Together they explored Japan’s love of fire-cooked food: smoky, savory, and perfectly balanced with sweet and citrus notes.

Our October 11th demo featured a two-part donabe experience — Ishikari Nabe, a salmon hot pot from Hokkaido simmered in miso-butter broth, followed by Ojiya, a soothing rice porridge created from its remaining broth. Together, they captured the spirit of Japanese home cooking: simple, nourishing, and beautifully complete.

Our October 4th demo featured a colorful Japanese recipe layered with sweet, savory, and nutty depth — Tōbanjan Chicken Pineapple & Rice Donabe. This comforting rice dish pairs marinated chicken, pineapple, and vegetables in a sesame-fragrant donabe for a cozy, tropical-inspired meal.

Our September 27th demo featured a comforting Japanese recipe: Sagara Family Japanese Curry. Built on shio-koji beef, kabocha, and carrots, this dish layers savory, sweet, and umami flavors into Japan’s most beloved home-style meal.

Our September 20th demo featured a comforting Japanese recipe: Shrimp & Kabocha with Sesame Miso Hot Pot. Layered with nutty miso, earthy mushrooms, sweet kabocha, and briny shrimp, this dish shows how donabe cooking brings out balanced, seasonal flavors.

From soft Shokupan bread to the creamy Tamago Sando sandwich, and a chewy Lychee Mochi dessert, our September 13th demo highlighted Japanese recipes that balance texture, comfort, and flavor beautifully.

This colorful chirashi bowl brings together fresh salmon, crisp seasonal vegetables, and silky sushi rice for a dish that’s as beautiful...

Discover two delicious Japanese recipes to enjoy at home. First, the savory classic Okonomiyaki – Kansai Style, a hearty cabbage pancake topped with pork belly, sauce, and Kewpie mayo. Then, a refreshing Super Soft Sweet Tofu Berry Dessert, a light and creamy treat with fresh fruit. Simple, flavorful, and fun to make!

Miso Garlic Shrimp Tacos with Wasabi Crema bring together Japanese and Mexican flavors in a bright, umami-rich fusion dish. Juicy miso-marinated shrimp are seared to perfection, layered with crisp cabbage and radish, and finished with a tangy wasabi-lime crema. A sprinkle of crunchy furikake and togarashi adds texture and heat, making this taco a bold yet balanced recipe perfect for summer nights.

Discover three Japanese recipes that highlight simple, bold flavors: crisp cabbage with tangy tosazu dressing, a green salad with creamy miso-mustard, and a rich Kewpie miso dip for crunchy vegetables. Easy to prepare and full of umami, these dishes bring Japanese flavors to everyday meals.

Cool, crisp, and full of flavor—these Japanese recipes feature succulent shrimp, fresh vegetables, and vibrant sauces. From the creamy heat of chili mayo to the citrusy brightness of yuzu ponzu, each bite offers a refreshing balance of textures and tastes, perfect for summer dining.

A cool and creamy summer noodle salad featuring shrimp, mandarin oranges, and wasabi mayo—this refreshing dish is inspired by Japanese recipes perfect for hot days.

Two refreshing Japanese recipes from last night’s demo—both featuring chilled soba noodles and juicy summer peaches. Bright, seasonal, and full of flavor.

This chilled corn, tofu, and somen salad is a refreshing summer dish inspired by Japanese recipes. Light yet satisfying, it features seasonal vegetables and a bright yuzu-soy dressing—perfect for warm days.

These two Japanese recipes offer light, refreshing flavors perfect for summer. One combines cucumber and shiitake in a sesame-vinegar dressing; the other pairs cucumber, crab, and ginger in a tangy marinade. Both are easy to make and highlight the clean, balanced taste found in traditional Japanese cooking.

This week’s cooking demo featured a refreshing Japanese fusion salad that combined sweet melon, burrata, and prosciutto with a tangy miso-honey dressing. A light and flavorful dish perfect for summer, blending East and West in every bite.