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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.
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.
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.
Japanese Food for Kids : 7
Menu:
– Miso soup with spinach, daikon and tofu [Recipe]
– Onigiri [Recipe]
– Karaage (Fried chicken) [Recipe]
– Fried potato
– Grilled salmon
– Cherry tomato
– Japanese omelette with hijiki [Recipe]
– Cheese and edamame
Behind the scenes:
This menu features rice balls as the main item, with both fish and meat as main dishes, and a well-balanced selection of side dishes including eggs and vegetables. Except for the miso soup, everything can be packed directly into a lunch box.
Note : This recipe was first submitted on July 7, 2021, and resubmitted on May 14, 2025, to reflect additional information.
Recipe : Bean Sprout and Cucumber Salad with Yukari
This Bean Sprout & Cucumber Yukari Salad is the perfect side dish to brighten up any meal!
With crisp cucumbers, crunchy bean sprouts, and the unique flavor of Yukari (shiso flakes), it’s a simple yet flavorful bite. Quick, healthy, and full of that perfect umami flavor — you’ll want to make this over and over.
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Recipe : Grilled Yellowtail with Garlic Soy Sauce
Grilled Yellowtail with Garlic Soy Sauce is a flavorful dish featuring rich, fatty yellowtail finished with a savory garlic and soy-based sauce. Its sweet and salty taste pairs perfectly with steamed rice, making it ideal as a main dish or even as an appetizer. The aroma of garlic and the umami-rich glaze are sure to whet your appetite. It goes especially well with sides like grated daikon radish or boiled spinach in light soy broth.
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Japanese Home Meals : 5
Menu:
– Miso soup with wakame, silken tofu and shimeji mushrooms [Recipe]
– Japanese rice [Recipe]
– Grilled yellowtail with garlic soy sauce [Recipe]
– Cucumber and bean sprouts salad
– Simmered butterbur
Paired tea:
– YUCa’s Tea : Tosa-Cha
