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Are you looking for a healthy, delicious, and energizing way to start your day? This Matcha Granola  is just what you need! Made with rolled oats, crunchy nuts, a touch of natural sweetness from maple syrup, and the earthy, antioxidant-rich flavor of Japanese matcha green tea powder, it’s a nutritious breakfast option you’ll love. Whether you enjoy it with milk, yogurt, or as a snack straight from the jar, this easy matcha breakfast granola is a flavorful twist on the classic. Packed with nutrients and just the right amount of crunch, it’s perfect for meal prep and keeps well in an airtight container.

Soup Spaghetti combines pasta cooked directly in a savory and creamy soup with mushrooms and spinach. It features equal portions of both pasta and soup, creating a unique dish that’s neither just pasta nor just soup. Although it’s not traditional Japanese cuisine, this Western-style creation has become popular in Japan’s Italian restaurants and appears as instant meals in supermarkets throughout the country. This tasty fusion dish shows how Japan loves to put its own spin on international foods. Each bite gives you the satisfying taste of pasta plus the cozy warmth of soup – truly the best of both worlds!

Miso Grilled Cod (鱈の味噌焼き) is made by marinating cod fillets in a miso-based sauce and grilling them in a frying pan. The fermented miso paste helps tenderize the fish while adding a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors. If you start marinating in the morning, the fish will be perfectly seasoned and ready to cook by dinnertime. It’s a healthy and delicious main dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Salmon Poke is a variation of the traditional Hawaiian dish, “Poke.” This dish combines fresh salmon with creamy avocado and aromatic green onions, all tossed in a savory sauce, making it both delicious and versatile. While the classic Ahi Poke Bowl with tuna is a popular choice, this recipe highlights another beloved staple of Hawaiian cuisine.

We received a beautifully care package from Japan! Kokoro Care’s new limited-edition Cherry Blossom Box includes delightful snacks, tea, condiments, and ingredients to make a delicious picnic for “Hanami” cherry blossom viewing. All items are hand-crafted by regional farmers and producers across Japan, and they are carefully curated by our friends at Kokoro Care.

Soy Tuna-Mayo Onigiri is a rice ball made with soy-flavored rice and filled with a mixture of canned tuna and mayonnaise. Compared to the regular Tuna-Mayo Onigiri, the rice in this version has a saltier taste. The lightly sweet and savory soy-flavored rice pairs well with the tangy taste of the tuna-mayo filling. This is another popular type of onigiri sold at convenience stores and onigiri shops in Japan.

Matcha Tiramisu is a creative fusion dessert that combines Japanese and Italian culinary traditions. This modern twist on classic tiramisu replaces traditional espresso with a vibrant matcha syrup, while preserving the signature layers of ladyfingers and mascarpone cheese filling. The dessert offers a unique flavor profile, featuring the earthy notes of green tea complemented by the rich, smooth cream. Popular in trendy restaurants and cafes in Japan, Matcha Tiramisu has become a sophisticated and Instagram-worthy treat, especially fashionably served in wooden sake cups.