Our Core Principles
Mission
Our mission is not just about teaching Japanese recipes. Through our online cooking classes, we strive to achieve the following:
Sharing the Essence of Japanese Cuisine: We teach authentic Japanese home cooking based on "dashi" while also conveying the culture, history, and seasonal traditions
Breaking the "Difficult" Image: We prove that anyone, anywhere, can easily cook delicious Japanese food using ingredients available at local supermarkets, lowering the barrier to enjoying Japanese cuisine.
Spreading the Joy of Cooking: We have gratitude for ingredients and share the joy of cooking as a process, as well as the happiness of tasting the final dish.
Connecting Japan and the World: Using Japanese food as a common language, we introduce the richness of Japanese culture and the warmth of the Japanese spirit to people worldwide
Vision
Through Japanese cuisine, we envision a future where:
A Future Where Dining Tables Around the World Are Filled with More Variety and Joy: Japanese home cooking becomes a daily part of households worldwide, making dining experiences more vibrant and fulfilling.
"I Made a Japanese Friend!": Online connections through food lead to cultural exchanges, fostering friendships that transcend borders.
Japanese Cuisine Becomes Everyday Food: Japanese dishes are not just for special occasions but are also integrated into daily life as quick and easy meal options, even on busy days.
Growing Interest in Japan: Inspired by our classes, more people develop a deeper interest in Japan, leading to increased visits and deeper mutual understanding.
Values
To achieve our mission and vision, we cherish the following values:
Authenticity: We honor the foundation of Japanese home cooking, especially "dashi," and share genuine flavors along with the wisdom behind them.
Accessibility: We create simple, easy-to-follow recipes using locally available ingredients, ensuring that anyone can recreate Japanese dishes without special tools.
Deliciousness: Even with simple methods, we prioritize flavors that bring true joy and smiles to those who taste our dishes.
Enjoyment & Connection: By maintaining small class sizes, we foster an environment where participants feel comfortable asking questions. We engage with each individual and create a fun, interactive experience, building warm connections between instructors and participants, as well as among participants themselves.
Gratitude & Exploration: We always appreciate the ingredients and cultural heritage of Japanese cuisine while continuously exploring new aspects of Japanese food and sharing our discoveries with passion.