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Simple, delicious, and budget-friendly Japanese dishes for everyone.

A bento box with various Japanese dishes, including tempura shrimp and vegetables, a portion of rice shaped into a ball with toppings, and several small side dishes, all neatly arranged in wooden compartments.
A bento box with various Japanese dishes, including tempura shrimp and vegetables, a portion of rice shaped into a ball with toppings, and several small side dishes, all neatly arranged in wooden compartments.
A bowl filled with steaming white rice garnished with sesame seeds is the main focus. Next to it, a pair of chopsticks rests on the table. In the background, a red bowl, possibly containing soup, is slightly out of focus. The setup suggests a traditional Japanese meal with a minimalist aesthetic.
A bowl filled with steaming white rice garnished with sesame seeds is the main focus. Next to it, a pair of chopsticks rests on the table. In the background, a red bowl, possibly containing soup, is slightly out of focus. The setup suggests a traditional Japanese meal with a minimalist aesthetic.
Two black plastic trays hold Japanese food items. One tray contains sushi rolls topped with bright orange fish roe, and the other tray features green leafy lettuce and what appears to be fried balls, likely takoyaki. Bamboo chopsticks are placed nearby on a white background.
Two black plastic trays hold Japanese food items. One tray contains sushi rolls topped with bright orange fish roe, and the other tray features green leafy lettuce and what appears to be fried balls, likely takoyaki. Bamboo chopsticks are placed nearby on a white background.
A set of rice balls garnished with vegetables is placed on a speckled blue plate. The food is arranged on a wooden serving board with a pair of chopsticks nearby. In the background, there is a light blue mug, a small red sauce container, and a lit candle in a glass holder.
A set of rice balls garnished with vegetables is placed on a speckled blue plate. The food is arranged on a wooden serving board with a pair of chopsticks nearby. In the background, there is a light blue mug, a small red sauce container, and a lit candle in a glass holder.
A plate of Japanese curry with crispy breaded cutlet served over white rice. The dish is presented on a white plate with the restaurant logo, accompanied by a menu featuring similar dishes. The table setup includes napkins, salt, and pepper shakers.
A plate of Japanese curry with crispy breaded cutlet served over white rice. The dish is presented on a white plate with the restaurant logo, accompanied by a menu featuring similar dishes. The table setup includes napkins, salt, and pepper shakers.

Welcome to Budget Japanese Cooking

Discover affordable, nutritious Japanese meals made with love in Los Angeles. Join me on this culinary journey to create delicious home-cooked dishes that won't break the bank.

A variety of small, beautifully presented dishes are arranged on a black tray, featuring an assortment of Japanese cuisine. There are bowls with rice, fish, soup, pickled vegetables, and a half-boiled egg. The food is served in elegant, colorful dishes, including blue, green, and red tones. Chopsticks are placed neatly on a rest in front of the tray.
A variety of small, beautifully presented dishes are arranged on a black tray, featuring an assortment of Japanese cuisine. There are bowls with rice, fish, soup, pickled vegetables, and a half-boiled egg. The food is served in elegant, colorful dishes, including blue, green, and red tones. Chopsticks are placed neatly on a rest in front of the tray.
Absolutely delicious and easy to make!

Emily K.

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