Cooking with Yoshiko

Cooking with Yoshiko Yoshiko's healthy cooking classes are held in Sydney. You can learn both traditional and modern Japa Yoshiko Takeuchi Healthy food &cooking specialist.

Food consultant, author of three cookbooks, certified nutrition coach and cooking teacher for 22yrs. Join my Japanese vegetarian gluten & dairy free cooking class in Sydney! cookingwithyoshiko.com/shop/japanese-superfoods

03/09/2026

Japanese superfoods as medicine

What if your everyday meals could naturally heal your body? 🌿✨

In traditional Japanese cooking, food has always been medicine. In our hands-on Japanese Superfoods as Medicine Class, you’ll learn how to transform ancient staples—like gut-healing umeoboshi, medicinal kuzu, and shiitake mushrooms—into quick, delicious, plant-based meals at home! 🍲🥢

💫 Ready to turn simple whole foods into powerful daily medicine?

👉 Join our food as medicine class this Sunday!

https://classbento.com.au/japanese-cooking-class-superfoods-as-medicine?utm_source=cookingwithyoshiko.com

🍂 100% Buckwheat Soba Noodle Soup 🍜✨Most people don't realize that standard store-bought soba is actually packed with r...
02/09/2026

🍂 100% Buckwheat Soba Noodle Soup 🍜✨

Most people don't realize that standard store-bought soba is actually packed with refined wheat flour! To get the true, deeply nourishing health benefits of traditional buckwheat, you have to know what to look for on the label. 💡

When done right, a steaming bowl of 100% buckwheat soba—simmered with earthy mushrooms, tender daikon, and traditional Japanese kuzu—creates the ultimate gut-soothing, grounding meal

👉 Want to make sure you're buying the real deal? Head over to Instagram for the full breakdown on 100% buckwheat vs. regular soba!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DYeWtNTlHDd/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

01/09/2026

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated—or boring! 🌿✨

Traditional Japanese food philosophy has known the secret for centuries: the right whole-food ingredients can heal your gut, boost your vitality, and fight inflammation naturally. 🍲💛

In our hands-on Japanese Superfoods as Medicine Cooking Class, you'll master how to turn powerful ancient staples—like gut-healing umeboshi, medicinal kuzu, mineral-rich sea vegetables, and potent shiitake mushrooms—into vibrant, mouthwatering meals you can effortlessly make at home.

Every dish is deeply nourishing, and packed with authentic umami flavor! 🥢🌱

📅 Upcoming Workshop Date: Sunday, 6 September 2026

💫 Ready to unlock the healing power of Japanese superfoods and transform your kitchen?

👉 booking and more info

https://classbento.com.au/japanese-cooking-class-superfoods-as-medicine?utm_source=cookingwithyoshiko.com

A big thank you to Dusica for the lovely review of our Japanese Cooking Class for Beginners! 🍱✨We're so thrilled to hear...
01/09/2026

A big thank you to Dusica for the lovely review of our Japanese Cooking Class for Beginners! 🍱✨

We're so thrilled to hear you appreciated Yoshiko’s teaching and our strong focus on health-conscious food and nutrition. Nourishing your body with authentic, wholesome ingredients is at the heart of everything we cook!

Thank you so much for joining us and sharing your kind words. 💛

Want to learn health-conscious Japanese home cooking for yourself?
https://classbento.com.au/japanese-cooking-class-for-beginners?utm_source=cookingwithyoshiko.com

31/08/2026

🍜✨ Vegan Ramen & Quiet Escapes in Ikebukuro 🌿

Ikebukuro is famous for its non-stop energy and bustling crowds, but finding good plant-based options can be tricky.

We put two of the area's most talked-about vegan-friendly ramen spots to the test! One bowl was an absolute standout, while the other was... well, surprisingly underwhelming. 😅

Plus, we found a serene, hidden Japanese garden just minutes from the station that most tourists walk right past. ⛩️✨

📖 Which ramen spot was the winner? Read our honest thoughts and check out the hidden garden spot on the blog:

👉 https://cookingwithyoshiko.com/vegan-friendly-ramen-around-ikebukuro-ts-tantan-kyushu-jangara-a-garden-escape/

🌿 What do all of these dishes have in common? 👀The secret ingredient is kuzu — a traditional Japanese healing food I’ve ...
30/08/2026

🌿 What do all of these dishes have in common? 👀

The secret ingredient is kuzu — a traditional Japanese healing food I’ve been using since childhood and still rely on regularly at 53!

While most people know kuzu as a natural remedy for colds or upset stomachs, it’s actually incredibly versatile in everyday cooking. From silky soups and sauces to delicate desserts and modern plant-based meals, it adds a lovely texture while supporting gut health and overall wellness. 🍵✨

📖 Read the blog post for childhood memories, traditional uses, and simple ways to cook with kuzu at home
👉 https://cookingwithyoshiko.com/japanese-kuzu-benefits-the-traditional-healing-ingredient-i-still-use-at-53/

29/08/2026

✨ Exploring the world of Japanese fermentation in Ebisu, Tokyo! 🍶🌿

From plant-based enzyme cafés to historic brewery culture, Ebisu is packed with unique spots celebrating traditional and modern fermentation.

We checked out KOSO CAFE Bio Rise for nourishing fermented drinks and dishes, then dove into the rich history of YEBISU beer! It’s proof that fermented foods are truly the heart of Japanese wellness and culinary tradition. 💛

📖 Discover our favourite spots and full review on the blog 👉 https://cookingwithyoshiko.com/exploring-tokyos-fermentation-culture-in-ebisu/

🍚✨ Vegan Wasyoku Time! 💚⁠Preparing wasyoku—a traditional Japanese meal—does take a bit of effort, but the secret to maki...
27/08/2026

🍚✨ Vegan Wasyoku Time! 💚⁠

Preparing wasyoku—a traditional Japanese meal—does take a bit of effort, but the secret to making it simple throughout the week is jyobi sai (prepared side dishes kept in the fridge)!

Today’s spread features shiro ae, kiriboshi daikon no nimono, homemade tsukemono, and roasted capsicum ohitashi, all prepped a couple of days ago. All I had to cook fresh today was rice, miso soup, asparagus with miso mayo, and crispy agedashi eggplant! 🥢✨

By pairing fiber-rich root vegetables, probiotic-packed ferments, and mineral-dense seaweeds, this ancient style of eating naturally balances digestion, supports gut health, and feeds your body long-lasting, steady energy. 🌿💛

👉 Want more easy, gut-friendly Japanese meal ideas? Follow us on Instagram for daily plant-based food inspiration:
https://www.instagram.com/cookingwithyoshiko

We’re so grateful to Shannen for her lovely words about our Japanese Cooking Class: Superfoods as Medicine! 🍵✨ It’s alwa...
27/08/2026

We’re so grateful to Shannen for her lovely words about our Japanese Cooking Class: Superfoods as Medicine! 🍵✨ It’s always rewarding to see participants gain hands-on cooking independence, share plenty of laughs, and feel guided and supported every step of the way.

Led by Yoshiko, this workshop offers a practical, MSG-free approach to unlocking the natural healing secrets of traditional Japanese ingredients. From immune-boosting shiitake 🍄 to healing kuzu concoctions, you'll learn how to use food as everyday medicine to detoxify, strengthen gut health, and support long-term wellness at home. 🌿💚

Ready to discover the healing power of Japanese superfoods for yourself? 🥢
Book your spot now: https://classbento.com.au/japanese-cooking-class-superfoods-as-medicine?utm_source=cookingwithyoshiko.com

Big thanks to Ken for sharing this great review of our Japanese Cooking Class for Beginners! 🥢✨We're so glad you had suc...
27/08/2026

Big thanks to Ken for sharing this great review of our Japanese Cooking Class for Beginners! 🥢✨

We're so glad you had such an enjoyable time learning the essentials, loved the pace of the session, and had plenty of fun with Yoshiko leading the way. There really is never a dull moment in the kitchen!

Appreciate the lovely feedback and support. 💛

Ready to master Japanese cooking basics for yourself?
Book your spot now: https://classbento.com.au/japanese-cooking-class-for-beginners?utm_source=cookingwithyoshiko.com

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