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
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Japanese 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
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Washoku 101
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What 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 To Slice Meat Thinly
Thinly sliced pork or beef is the key ingredient in many popular Japanese recipes. ...
How to Make the Perfect Chiffon Cake
Chiffon cakes are one of the classic and elegant desserts ideal for any occasion....
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)
Making a checkered pattern with kamaboko fish cake is super easy and quick to...
How to Make Kamaboko Reins (Tazuna 手綱)
Kamaboko Reins (Tazuna手綱) resemble the narrow strap horse rein that has an interweaved braids...
How to Make Kamaboko Rose (Kohaku Bara 紅白薔薇)
A beautiful kamaboko rose that symbolizes love and joy. Girls would love the special touch...
How to Make Kamaboko Peacock (Kujaku 孔雀)
An impressive Kamaboko Peacock (Kujaku 孔雀) design symbolizes compassion and good health and will...
How to Make Kamaboko Knot (Musubi 結び)
The beautiful knotted kamaboko fish cake symbolizes a happy union. It makes the appetizer...
How to Make Kamaboko Pine Needle (Matsuba 松葉)
Pine needle design gives a nice 3D look, and is great for your appetizer...
How to Make Kamaboko Pine Tree (Matsu 松)
A pine tree design of the kamaboko fish cake is slightly complicated to make,...
How to Cut a Kabocha Squash (Japanese Pumpkin)
A complete guide on how to cut a kabocha (Japanese pumpkin) with a video...
