Japan: The Vegetarian Cookbook Nancy Singleton Hachisu Authentic Japanese Vegetarian Recipes Hardcover Edition Book

Japan: The Vegetarian Cookbook by Nancy Singleton Hachisu (Condition: BRAND NEW • Format: Hardcover • ISBN: 9781838666279) is a beautifully curated cookbook for home cooks, parents, teachers, and anyone seeking inspiration for plant-based Japanese cooking. From the author of the global bestseller Japan: The Cookbook, this book brings more than 250 vegetarian-friendly Japanese recipes that balance simplicity, tradition, and remarkable flavor—perfect for those following a plant-based diet or anyone who wants to reduce meat and fish without losing authenticity.

Organized by cooking style rather than by course, this cookbook mirrors how Japanese home cooks think about food. Expect clear, approachable recipes for dressed, vinegared, deep-fried, simmered, steamed, stir-fried, grilled, pickled, and sweet dishes. Each recipe is accompanied by Nancy Singleton Hachisu’s expertise on seasonal ingredients, pantry essentials, and cultural context—making this paperback edition (hardcover format) a reliable reference and an inviting kitchen companion.

What’s inside

This book collection contains:

• More than 250 recipes that showcase vegetarian Japanese cuisine across everyday and celebratory dishes.
• Sections organized by cooking style—dressed, vinegared, deep-fried, simmered, steamed, stir-fried, grilled, pickled, and sweet—so it’s easy to find recipes by technique.
• Practical notes on ingredients and techniques that help home cooks adapt recipes without losing traditional flavor.
• Contextual essays and tips from an experienced author who lives and grows food in rural Japan.

About the author

Nancy Singleton Hachisu is a trusted voice in Japanese home cooking. A native Californian and Stanford graduate who has lived in a 90-year-old farmhouse in rural Saitama since 1988, she is the author of four acclaimed cookbooks including Japan: The Cookbook, and Japanese Farm Food. Her work has been translated into multiple languages and she frequently appears in Japanese media documenting preserving techniques and artisanal food producers. Her authentic, lived experience lends authority and warmth to every recipe.

Why readers love this cookbook

• Trusted, authentic guidance from an award-recognized author and longtime resident of rural Japan.
• Versatile recipes that work for weeknight dinners, special gatherings, classroom cooking projects, or themed gift sets.
• Great for early learning—simple techniques and seasonal approaches make it ideal for teaching kids about food.
• Perfect for gift giving—a timeless boxed-set style hardcover that suits food lovers, vegetarians, and cookbook collectors.

Japan: The Vegetarian Cookbook is more than a recipe book—it's a cultural guide and practical toolkit that helps you bring elegant, balanced Japanese flavors into your home. Whether you’re shopping for a thoughtful gift, building a vegetarian cookbook collection, or searching for reliable weeknight meals, this hardcover edition offers enduring value and delicious results. Add it to your kitchen library for authentic, plant-forward Japanese cooking you’ll return to again and again.