The Japanese Pantry

In The Japanese Pantry, Emiko introduces the essential ingredients of Japanese home cooking - simple, accessible staples like soy sauce, miso, rice vinegar, seaweed, sake, sesame, and tea. Each chapter delves into the history and production of these ingredients in Japan, paired with Emiko’s approachable recipes. By highlighting these pantry basics, she helps home cooks confidently create authentic, flavorful Japanese dishes anywhere.