Washoku (Japan)

About the Book

A precise, elegant, and deeply mindful journey through the seasonal kitchens, ramen shops, sushi counters, and izakayas of Japan — the only cuisine in the world to be inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Washoku (meaning "Japanese food" or "harmony food") presents ten of Japan's most iconic dishes, each with a stunning full-page professional photograph, a complete ingredient list, a detailed step-by-step method, and an insider Chef's Tip. From the 12-hour creamy Tonkotsu Ramen broth to the paper-thin precision of Nigiri Sushi, from the communal warmth of Sukiyaki to the delicate green elegance of Matcha Mochi — this book captures the extraordinary beauty and discipline of Japanese cooking.