Learn the basic tips and techniques in Japanese cooking with these helpful How-To pages. From gyoza-wrapping, how to thinly slice meat to how to store cooked rice, we’ve got you covered. Follow along and you’ll be a confident cook in no time!
How-Tos
Pantry Tips
View More Pantry TipsJapanese Grocery Stores around the World
Welcome to the ultimate list of Japanese & Asian grocery stores around the world where...
Where to Buy Japanese & Asian Ingredients Online
Want to cook Japanese or Asian dishes but don't have a store nearby? Here...
6 Must-Have Condiments to Make Your Favorite Japanese Food
Love Japanese food but not sure where to start? We have great news for...
Kitchen Guide
View More Kitchen GuideWashoku 101
View More Washoku 101What is Washoku? 和食とは
Discover the world of Japanese cuisine, or Washoku (和食), and its place in the...
Plan a Japanese Meal: One Soup Three Dishes “Ichiju Sansai” (一汁三菜 )
What does a Japanese meal look like? What do the Japanese eat? Learn about...
Wagashi Guide: History of Japanese Confectioneries
Learn more about the history and cultural significance of Wagashi, Japanese confectioneries. From local...
How I Use Instant Pot for Japanese Cooking
Instant Pot has been my trustworthy partner in the kitchen to cook authentic Japanese...
Which Instant Pot Should I Buy? Instant Pot Duo vs Instant Pot Ultra
Interested in getting an Instant Pot, but not sure where to start? In this...
5 Reasons Why I Love My Instant Pot
Instant Pot has been my partner in the kitchen and here are 5 reasons...
Gluten Free Japanese Noodles
Love Japanese noodles but on a gluten-free diet? Fortunately, these tasty gluten-free Japanese noodles...
How to Build a Kitchen for Cooking Japanese Food – A Beginner’s Guide
A complete guide on how to build a kitchen for Japanese cooking with basic...
What is the Difference Between Soba and Udon Noodles
What are your favorite Japanese noodles? Today we’ll take a look at two popular...
How to Slice Meat Thinly
Thinly sliced beef or pork is a key ingredient for many delicious Japanese recipes....
How to Make the Perfect Chiffon Cake
Chiffon cakes are one of the classic and elegant desserts that are great for...
5 Must-Have Japanese Kitchen Tools
Nami shares her 5 Must-Have Japanese Kitchen Tools in her new YouTube series Tea Time...
Japanese Pantry Essentials: Sake vs Mirin
New to Japanese cooking? Read on to learn more about mirin and sake, the...
How to Make Kamaboko Checkered Pattern (Ichimatsu 市松)
Checkered pattern kamaboko fish cake, known as Ichimatsu 市松 in Japanese, make a beautiful addition...
How to Make Kamaboko Reins (Tazuna 手綱)
Learn to make Kamaboko Reins (Tazuna 手綱) that resemble narrow braided horse reins for...