Shiitake Mushroom Tempura February 20, 2026 Cooking Time: approx. 25 mins / Point: Deep-frying is one of the cooking methods that allows you to truly experience the unique property of carbon–graphite material, where heat is transferred from the...
Sekihan (Red Rice) February 13, 2026 Cooking Time: Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes / Point: Sekihan is a traditional Japanese celebratory dish, served at important milestones and special occasions throughout life. The meaning of sekihan comes from an ancient...
Roasted Sweet Potatoes February 06, 2026 Cooking Time: approx. 1 hour / Point: Roasted sweet potatoes are especially comforting during the colder months.Using kakugama’s steam-roasting method, which takes full advantage of its unique functionality, firm sweet potatoes are...
Steamed Taro ~ Kinukatsugi Style~ January 30, 2026 Cooking Time: About 30 mins / Point: Kinukatsugi is a traditional Japanese dish in which small taro roots are steamed or boiled with their skins on, then peeled before eating.Though simple in...
Pan-Fried Stuffed Lotus Root (Lotus Root Sandwich) January 23, 2026 Cooking Time: Approx. 25 minutes / Point: This is a recipe where the meat mixture is sandwiched between lotus root slices. Using the kakugama grill pan (outer lid) ensures that the ingredients...
Gomoku Beans (Japanese Simmered Bean Dish) January 20, 2026 Cooking Time: Approx. 45minutes(excluding soybean soaking time) / Point: This is a recipe for Gomoku-mame. It features a variety of nutritious ingredients, including protein and iron from soybeans and dietary fiber from...
Crispy Tatsuta-Style Yellowtail January 13, 2026 Cooking Time: Approx. 30 minutes / Point: This recipe features yellowtail, which is at its best during the winter season. When frying with the kakugama, the oil temperature stays steady, making it easy to...
Simmered Taro in Soy Glaze January 06, 2026 Cooking Time: Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes / Point: The key point of this recipe is simmering the taro in a sweet and savory sauce.Using a kakugama allows the taro, which is...
Poached Apples December 23, 2025 Cooking Time: Approx. 30 minutes / Point: This simple pouched apple recipe makes the most of the excellent heat conductivity of the kakugama and uses Kogyoku apples, known for their well-balanced sweet...
Gameni ~Japanese Simmered Chicken and Vegetables~ December 16, 2025 Cooking Time: About 45 mins / Point: Gameni is a traditional local dish from Fukuoka Prefecture. One of its distinctive features is that the ingredients are often cut into large pieces and...
Roasted Duck Breast December 09, 2025 Cooking Time: Approx. 1 hour / Point: This recipe is surprisingly simple, as the duck requires no special preparation. Despite its simplicity, it creates a dish with a truly “gourmet” feel. The...
Braised Yellowtail with Daikon Radish November 25, 2025 Cooking Time: About 45 mins / Point: This recipe pairs perfectly with both rice and sake. The key to making it delicious is carefully preparing the yellowtail before cooking. Using a kakugama...