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Japanese mentaiko pasta topped with shiso
Pasta · 15 min

Mentaiko Pasta

Buttery spaghetti tossed with mentaiko and topped with fragrant shiso.

Yakitori Rice Bowl
Rice & Bowls · 15 min

Yakitori Rice Bowl

Juicy chicken and green onions in a glossy, sweet-savory yakitori sauce.

Miso-Glazed Eggplant on a dark blue plate
Side Dishes · 15 min

Miso-Glazed Eggplant

Tender eggplant coated in a rich, sweet-and-savory miso glaze. Perfect with steamed rice.

Japanese Katsu Curry
Main Dishes · 40 min

Katsu Curry

Crispy pork cutlet served with rich Japanese curry and fluffy rice.

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TOMO, Easy Japanese Cooking Lab

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Hi, I’m TOMO.

Welcome to the world of Japanese cooking! On this website, you’ll find clear, easy-to-follow recipes featured in my short videos, with detailed instructions to help you recreate them at home.

But this is more than just a recipe website! I also share my personal recommendations for Japanese ingredients and kitchen tools that are truly worth trying. I hope you enjoy exploring the delicious world of Japanese home cooking!

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