Japanese Cooking: The Traditions, Techniques, Ingredients And Recipes

I had owned this book previously, but had had it stolen from me before I could put it to use. I wanted to purchase another copy and finally get into these awesome recipes. Once I got into it, I was disappointed to a point. While there is a great number of informational tidbits, informing you about a lot of traditional Japanese tools/ foods/methods, the recipes are small in number, and seem to be geared toward a 5-star restaraunt than my little ole kitchen. The recipe's aren't impossible, nor really all that hard, they just seem to be more fluff and presentation than meals. Will I use this book? Absolutely. But I won't be able to use it all the time, or as often as I would like. I will need to purchase another Japanese cookbook to supplement this one. But at least this one is informative enough to explain mystery ingredients I may find in other books!

This beautifully photographed book features not just recipes but in-depth information about ingredients and kitchen equipment and where to find them. It's also an introduction to Japanese festivals, rituals, history and religion. It illustrates how the customs, clothes, and cooking of Japan all revolve around the seasons. If you're going to visit Japan, this would be an excellent primer. In any case, I predict it will be one of your favorite cookbooks. My copy looks like a porcupine with so many tabs marking favorite recipes or need-to-know information. Lynne Farr, author of  Off The Grid: What's Cookin'?

I longed this to somebody and they won't return it so I had to find another to keep my collection complete

I saw this book at my friend’s house who is a professional Japanese cook. Book is excellent. Describes well the recipes and much more. Book arrived on time as promised in excellent condition as described. I would recommend this book and the seller highly.

I fell in love with Japanese food and cooking when I lived there... That was a long time ago and now I have time to enjoy the experience again. The photographs are great. The descriptions of the ingredients are so very helpful and current in the US supermarket - found Nishiki sushi rice here in SE WI! If you are interested in Japanese cooking - buy this book!

great book - in fact, if you're not Japanese, you really need this book because otherwise, you have no idea what the ingredients even are - let alone what to do with them - I have given this book as a gift - well received -

This was a birthday present for my son who is learning to cook Japanese. It not only has detail recipes , but also has some information history concerning food and traditions.

I love this book! Beautiful, full color pictures on every page. Includes the wonderful back story of the Japanese history of food which allows for more understanding of the evolution of flavor. The sections on kitchen tools and groceries are not only informative, but entertaining. Recipes are easily followed and tasty. Better than take out!

This is a few years old now but I guess traditional Japanese cookery hasn't changed much in the past decade. There are more recent offerings on Amazon if you want street food etc.This book starts with a short introduction to the history of Japanese food and regional differences, then goes on to advise on ingredients, utensils and crockery before listing recipes in broad categories such as noodle or rice based dishes.The layout is clear as well as quite pleasing to the eye. The only quibble might be the availability of some 'authentic' ingredients. Some are easily bought online but others will require a trip to an oriental supermarket and even then you might have to opt for Chinese or Korean versions in some cases. However it is a bargain buy and has even inspired me to try basic sushi with OK results.

Great price, fast delivery and good condition. This is a well presented cooking book. The introduction has some interesting history on Japanese cuisine and there is an in depth section for both equipment and Japanese ingredients. The recipes have beautiful pictures and the instructions are easy to follow.

It is a great cook book for anyone who loves Japanese food.It has lots of well presented photos and ample explanation of how to prepare and cook.The book was well thought out and it conveys well the simplicity and aesthetics of japanese foodand the importance of its presentation.It is in my opinion suitable for beginners in this exquisite cuisine.

An excellent introduction to Japanese cooking. Menus are well presented and are not difficult to follow.

This is an excellent book to start with Japanese cooking. This give a brief history of culinary culture, and practices, techniques etc