A favorite in izakayas, Yaki Onigiri are crispy grilled Japanese rice balls glazed with a savory soy sauce. Make this easy recipe at home!

READ: Yaki Onigiri (Grilled Rice Ball) 焼きおにぎり

Japanese Spinach Salad with Sesame Dressing (Gomaae) is a nutty, rich, and refreshing side dish that goes well with almost any Japanese meal.

READ: Japanese Spinach Salad with Sesame Dressing (Gomaae) (Video) 胡麻和え

With a variety of fillings, Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls) are a beloved food in Japan. Easy to make, they're ideal for picnic and bento lunch!

READ: Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls) (Video) おにぎり

Learn how to cook Japanese short-grain brown rice in a rice cooker. Follow my rice-to-water ratio tips to make perfectly steamed brown rice every time!

READ: How to Cook Short-Grain Brown Rice in a Rice Cooker 玄米

Don‘t throw away your watermelon rinds! With a few Japanese condiments, you can turn it into incredibly delicious Pickled Watermelon Rind.

READ: Pickled Watermelon Rind (Video) スイカの漬物

Celebrate summer with quick and easy Zucchini Corn Stir-Fry with savory miso, garlic, and butter. Ready in just 15 minutes! {Vegan Adaptable}

READ: Zucchini Corn Stir Fry

Salmon and Shio Kombu Onigiri are savory Japanese rice balls for bento lunch with salmon flakes, salted kelp strips, shiso, and myoga ginger.

READ: Salmon and Shio Kombu Onigiri 鮭と塩昆布のおにぎり

Hijiki Rice is a Japanese mixed rice (takikomi gohan) with dashi, carrots, fried tofu, and seaweed that's rich in minerals and dietary fiber.

READ: Hijiki Rice (Takikomi Gohan) ひじき炊き込みご飯