A balanced menu of miso-glazed eggplant and salmon paired with a bright citrus fennel soba salad, inspired by Japanese recipes.

Our latest cooking demo featured Salmon & Corn Chowder, a comforting donabe-style dish inspired by Japanese recipes focused on balance, warmth, and gentle simmering. Made with tender salmon, sweet corn, vegetables, and miso, this chowder reflects the heart of Japanese home cooking.

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 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.

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