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# Japanese Cooking: A Simple Art

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Review: Simple yet elegant - This book is a comprehensive guide to Japanese cooking, ingredients, table manners, utensils, and methods. Tsuji's writing is highly accessible and, most importantly, very clear, especially regarding methods. Although my wife and I are complete n00bs regarding Japanese cuisine, we have had no trouble following the instructions and getting fantastic results. The recipes are delicious, and most of them are reasonably easy to prepare. You will use a lot of dishes, however, as many ingredients have to be cooked separately before they are combined. The only potential issue we have noticed is in choosing ingredients and their amounts. Be very careful that you buy exactly the right ingredients, especially if you are not familiar with them. We accidentally bought thick-sliced fried tofu instead of thin fried tofu for pockets because we did not pay attention to the specific name of the ingredient. Ask for help if you are not sure about what you are buying. Also, the recipes themselves will not always be completely clear on how much you should use: "one block" of konnyaku, for instance. In some cases, including konnyaku, Tsuji will specify the size of a single portion in the section of the book dealing with that ingredient, so double-check your amounts before going to the store.
Review: The best, better than the rest. - If you're looking to learn the fundamentals of Japanese food from a book that emphasizes the detail and craft, look no further. This is the bible. It reflects the author's lifelong dedication, and contains options ranging from simple to complex. You won't find a better cookbook. I found myself going to my local izakaya a bit too often, and was looking for a way to prepare treats at home and save money. This came highly recommended with good reason. While other books might have more glossy color photos, they lack the depth and fundamentals. Tsuji's prose is gorgeous. Chapter by chapter, he elegantly lays out the philosophy behind the cuisine and breaks things down into components. Everything emphasizes how it fits into the discipline as a whole. Reading teaches you how to select ingredients, prepare them carefully, then present the results beautifully. The depth can be intimidating. Some of the equipment and skills don't have Western equivalents, and I found myself wondering whether I had overestimated my capacity. However, if you're determined, Tsuji will guide you on your way to delicious food. Many recipes are quite simple. And, like anything, it gets easier with practice. You could spend years with this book and not run out of options. You can also find something you like within an hour. The breadth and depth of Tsuji's masterwork has things to offer for both the novice and the master.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #43,970 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #14 in Professional Cooking (Books) #22 in Japanese Cooking, Food & Wine #273 in Celebrity & TV Show Cookbooks |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (597) |
| Dimensions  | 7.52 x 1.51 x 10.45 inches |
| Edition  | 25th Anniversary |
| ISBN-10  | 1568363885 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1568363882 |
| Item Weight  | 3.24 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 508 pages |
| Publication date  | February 17, 2012 |
| Publisher  | Kodansha International |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple yet elegant
*by M***S on February 17, 2010*

This book is a comprehensive guide to Japanese cooking, ingredients, table manners, utensils, and methods. Tsuji's writing is highly accessible and, most importantly, very clear, especially regarding methods. Although my wife and I are complete n00bs regarding Japanese cuisine, we have had no trouble following the instructions and getting fantastic results. The recipes are delicious, and most of them are reasonably easy to prepare. You will use a lot of dishes, however, as many ingredients have to be cooked separately before they are combined. The only potential issue we have noticed is in choosing ingredients and their amounts. Be very careful that you buy exactly the right ingredients, especially if you are not familiar with them. We accidentally bought thick-sliced fried tofu instead of thin fried tofu for pockets because we did not pay attention to the specific name of the ingredient. Ask for help if you are not sure about what you are buying. Also, the recipes themselves will not always be completely clear on how much you should use: "one block" of konnyaku, for instance. In some cases, including konnyaku, Tsuji will specify the size of a single portion in the section of the book dealing with that ingredient, so double-check your amounts before going to the store.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best, better than the rest.
*by A***R on July 28, 2015*

If you're looking to learn the fundamentals of Japanese food from a book that emphasizes the detail and craft, look no further. This is the bible. It reflects the author's lifelong dedication, and contains options ranging from simple to complex. You won't find a better cookbook. I found myself going to my local izakaya a bit too often, and was looking for a way to prepare treats at home and save money. This came highly recommended with good reason. While other books might have more glossy color photos, they lack the depth and fundamentals. Tsuji's prose is gorgeous. Chapter by chapter, he elegantly lays out the philosophy behind the cuisine and breaks things down into components. Everything emphasizes how it fits into the discipline as a whole. Reading teaches you how to select ingredients, prepare them carefully, then present the results beautifully. The depth can be intimidating. Some of the equipment and skills don't have Western equivalents, and I found myself wondering whether I had overestimated my capacity. However, if you're determined, Tsuji will guide you on your way to delicious food. Many recipes are quite simple. And, like anything, it gets easier with practice. You could spend years with this book and not run out of options. You can also find something you like within an hour. The breadth and depth of Tsuji's masterwork has things to offer for both the novice and the master.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Giant of Japanese Cooking
*by C***. on January 23, 2025*

Holistic approach to Japanese cooking customs, techniques, & tastes from the Osaka region. Very approachable too. It's a classic for a reason.

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