Beginner-Friendly Japanese Winter Meal Plan
Tired of deciding what to cook each day? This weekly Japanese meal plan takes the guesswork out of dinner, with five simple, nutritious meals already planned for you. Plus, you can download a shopping list to make shopping easier.
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This Week’s Menu
This week’s meal plan features beginner-friendly recipes that can all be made in under 20 minutes. Here’s a quick overview of the menu:
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Day |
Recipe |
Time |
Difficulty |
Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Monday |
15 min |
★☆☆ |
Tasty rice ball and soup |
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Tuesday |
15 min |
★☆☆ |
Comforting noodle soup |
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Wednesday |
10 min |
★☆☆ |
Simple simmered dish |
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Thursday |
20 min |
★★☆ |
Sweet-savory rice bowl with tofu and egg |
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Friday |
10 min |
★☆☆ |
Veggie-packed soup |
Download the list below to make shopping easier.


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Juri Austin
Hi! I’m Juri, founder of Chef JA Cooks and the creator and photographer of this site. I’m here to guide you in authentic yet easy-to-follow Japanese recipes! Let’s explore the world of Japanese cuisine together!