
Welcome to
TOKYO FLAVORS, NEW YORK STYLE!
I’m Yoshiko—born in Tokyo, living in New York for over 30 years, and passionate about making Japanese home cooking simple, healthy, and fun!
From fresh farmers market fresh ingredients to health-promoting and quick preparation tips, I’ll show you how to bring authentic Japanese flavors to your table—wherever you live!
Join me and my partner, Ian, who has also lived in New York as long as me, to learn easy recipes, clever cooking tips, and to master the flavors of Japan – with a New York twist!
Hungry for flavor but short on time?
Why Our YouTube Channel Will Become
Your New Favorite Kitchen Hangout
You’re busy, but you still want healthy, delicious meals at home without spending hours in the kitchen? As a career-focused woman in both Tokyo and New York, I have mastered the art of cooking quick, healthy dishes for many different occasions in my busy social and working life. I’ll share with you my best recipes and time-saving tips that fit into an active, health-conscious lifestyle – with no fuss and no stress!
Love the flavors and style of Japanese cuisine but don’t like spending a fortune at Japanese restaurants all the time? I’ll show you how to create authentic, appetizing dishes in your own home, so you can create your own memorable “night out” experiences, to share with friends and family whenever you’re in the mood – it’s not just about the food, it’s about having fun together!
Frustrated when certain Japanese ingredients aren’t easy to find locally? Having lived for many years in New York, I know exact ingredients and following recipes can be a challenge, but you can still achieve authentic flavors if you learn when to use smart substitutes that are easily available.
Curious about fusion Japanese cooking? From yōshoku (Western-influenced Japanese cuisine) to ouchi-chūka (Chinese dishes adapted for the Japanese home), you’ll discover some unique, exciting recipes that will expand your creativity beyond the more familiar dishes – along with some of my own creative inventions that have become firm favorites with guests around my dining table!.











