Your Guide to Simple Japanese Cooking
Welcome to Chef JA Cooks! Do you want to try Japanese home cooking but find it a bit intimidating? Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a complete beginner, I’m here to make it simple and fun. Join me on this delicious journey into Japanese cuisine!
What You Can Expect from Chef JA Cooks
At Chef JA Cooks, you’ll discover simple Japanese recipes, mostly vegetarian, that are simple to recreate at home. The dishes emphasize minimal ingredients and straightforward techniques, making cooking enjoyable for you.
Easy-to-Follow Recipes
Each recipe is designed with clear instructions to make cooking a breeze for beginners.
Minimal Ingredients
Most recipes use fewer than 10 ingredients, with just the right balance of seasonings for authentic flavor.
Authentic Japanese Flavors
Enjoy the true taste of Japan, along with insights into our food culture and traditions.
Vegetarian-Friendly
Most of the recipes here are vegetarian and vegan, making them perfect for anyone looking for plant-based Japanese dishes.
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About Juri
Mom. Wife. Founder of Chef JA Cooks.
I’m the creator and photographer behind this site. As a mom of two with decades of cooking experience, I’m passionate about creating wholesome, nourishing meals that bring joy to my family’s table.
Growing up around my grandparents’ restaurant sparked my love for food. In my 30s, I delved into vegan, vegetarian, raw, and macrobiotic diets, which ultimately inspired me to start this blog. While I’m not exclusively vegan, I’ve been a pescatarian for over a decade and deeply enjoy plant-based eating.
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[Physical Cookbook] From Japan with Flavor: VEGETARIAN
Learn how to cook authentic, plant-based Japanese meals for yourself and your loved ones!
Watch Chef JA Cooks Cooking Show!
I started my cooking show on YouTube in 2023! Each episode highlights a specific ingredient or dish, complete with step-by-step instructions, tips, and guides. Join me, and let’s learn Japanese cooking together!
Your Questions Answered
I don’t have a physical cookbook yet (will be available in 2025!), but I do have eBooks available now! You can find them on our shop page: the Vegetarian ebook, Onigiri eBook, the Daikon Recipe eBook, and the Kabocha Recipe eBook. Just click the link to learn more!
Feel free to message me from the Contact page or find me on YouTube, Pinterest, Instagram, or Facebook! If you enjoy watching videos, I post new cooking videos on YouTube every week, so don’t forget to subscribe to my channel!
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Thank you for visiting Chef JA Cooks!
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Explore Our Delicious Homemade Recipes
Discover our easy Japanese recipes featuring hearty onigiri, cozy miso soup, and simple yet flavorful tofu dishes. Most of the recipes contain less than 10 ingredients!
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Noodles
Veggies
Tofu
Egg
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