Japanese Food for Kids : 10
Menu:
– Rice balls [Recipe]
– Miso soup with veggies [Recipe]
– Simmered fried tofu and vegetables topped with starchy sauce
– Potato salad [Recipe]
– Kimpira Gobo [Recipe]
– Apple
Behind the scenes：
This meal is recommended when your child wants to enjoy rice balls as the main dish while making sure to eat plenty of side dishes. The miso soup is filled with my personal favorite vegetables, and the kinpira gobo and potato salad are designed with dietary fiber in mind. The thick fried tofu, which can often be dry, is served with a thick sauce to make it easier to eat. For dessert, diced apples are included, making them easy for small children to pick up and eat with their hands.
Note : This recipe was first submitted on May 4, 2021, and resubmitted on June 10, 2025, to reflect additional information.
Tokyo Guide : Kappabashi Dogugai (河童橋道具街)
Kappabashi Dogugai (合羽橋道具街) is the largest cooking tool district in Japan, located adjacent to the Asakusa area.
Established in the Taisho era (1912-1926), Kappabashi Dogugai developed as a wholesale district for cooking utensils, tableware, and other items for the restaurant industry, and is now lined with nearly 200 stores, making it a tourist attraction visited by people from Japan and abroad.
Photo taken in front of my favorite Japanese ceramic shop “Dengama (田窯)”. And the giant statue of chef, as a landmark of the entrance for Kappabashi Dogugai.
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Japanese Home Meals : 6
Menu:
– Miso soup with spinach, silken tofu and shimeji mushrooms [Recipe]
– Japanese rice [Recipe]
– Teriyaki swordfish [Recipe]
– Pickled red turnips with yuzu peel [Recipe]
– Natto with Yukari
Paired tea:
– YUCa’s Tea : Chiran Cha
Recipe : Teriykaki Swordfish
This Teriyaki Swordfish is pan-seared to golden perfection and simmered in a sweet-savory glaze. With just a few ingredients and 15 minutes, dinner is done — and it looks beautiful too with a pop of green peas! Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an elegant Japanese-style dinner.
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Recipe : Pickled Red Turnips with Yuzu peel
This Pickled Red Turnip with Yuzu peel recipe is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy — a refreshing side dish that adds a pop of color to any meal. Quick and easy to make, these vibrant turnips are a great addition to salads, rice bowls, or just enjoyed on their own as a light, crunchy snack!
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Japanese Food for Kids : 9
Menu:
– Sumashijiru (soy sause based clear soup) [Recipe]
– Onigiri [Recipe]
– Marmalade chicken [Recipe]
– Tuna salad with Komatsuna [Recipe]
– Banana
– Yogurt with blueberry jam
Behind the scenes：
This cute and colorful plate features bite-sized rice balls with various seasonings (like seaweed, sesame, and kinako), tender sautéed chicken, and a healthy hijiki seaweed salad. Sliced banana adds natural sweetness, paired with a cozy light soup topped with flower-shaped fu (wheat gluten). For dessert, creamy yogurt with a touch of blueberry sauce.
Note : This recipe was first submitted on May 4, 2021, and resubmitted on June 3, 2025, to reflect additional information.
Tokyo Guide : HIGASHIYA GINZA
Not just tea — this is a full seasonal kaiseki experience paired with rare Japanese teas. Only in Ginza.
HIGASHIYA GINZA is a modern Japanese tea salon located in the heart of Tokyo’s Ginza district. It beautifully blends traditional Japanese hospitality with a contemporary design. The café offers a refined experience centered around Japanese tea and seasonal cuisine.
On the day, our entire family had lunch together. My husband, my son, and I had the “Ichiju Sansai” course, while my daughter was served a set of rice balls and miso soup.
The “Ichiju Sansai” course included white rice, a hearty kenchin-jiru soup filled with root vegetables, a main dish made with red fish, three side dishes featuring seafood and seasonal vegetables, as well as nukazuke pickles and a simmered dish of kelp and shiitake mushrooms. We were full in no time.
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Introduction of YUCa
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Japanese Food for Kids : 8
Menu:
– Japanese egg sandwich [Recipe]
– Mini Onigiri [Recipe]
– Soup with pasta and veggies [Recipe]
– Banana
– Yogurt with blueberry and orange jam
Behind the scenes:
This meal is perfect for food lovers who want to enjoy both sandwiches and rice balls in small portions. It’s also designed with overall nutritional balance in mind, featuring a vegetable-packed soup and vitamin-rich additions like fruit and yogurt.
Note : This recipe was first submitted on Jan 26, 2021, and resubmitted on May 21, 2025, to reflect additional information.
Our original items
Thank you for your continued support! This time, I’d like to introduce some of the merchandise from my cooking class.
1. Original Denim Apron
This simple, durable denim apron features the “YUCa’s Japanese Cooking” logo. Worn by both myself and class participants during cooking sessions, it includes a single pocket that’s perfect for holding a hand towel. Many guests purchase it as a memorable keepsake from their experience.
2. Sacoche (Shoulder Bag)
This compact shoulder bag is ideal for carrying essentials like your phone, lip balm, tablet, or mirror. It’s especially handy as a secondary bag while traveling. Due to limited availability, please send a direct message if you’re interested. Currently, it comes with a complimentary tea sample.
3. Pouch
I use this versatile pouch to store items such as my wallet, business cards, jewelry case, basic makeup products, handkerchief, and tissues. Surprisingly spacious, it’s convenient for transferring between different bags. Limited quantities are available, so please DM if you’re interested. An exclusive tea sample is included for a limited time.
4. Organic Matcha Starter Kit
Designed for enjoying matcha anywhere, this kit allows for outdoor tea ceremonies when you bring hot water in a thermos. It includes YUCa’s Tea organic matcha, original tea bowls and tenugui (hand towels) crafted by artists, and recipe materials. This unique set is a hidden gem among our offerings.
5. YUCa’s Tea Original Tea-Shirt
This Tea-shirt subtly features the “Tea Travels” theme on the chest, with a Ukiyo-e-inspired design on the back that encapsulates the brand’s world. Made from sturdy fabric that resists shrinking, it’s available exclusively in charcoal gray, with sizes ranging from S to XL. The uniquely Japanese design has garnered popularity.
For purchases or inquiries, please visit our online store !
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