- 101 Things to Do with Ramen Noodles by Toni Patrick - a must-have for noodle lovers everywhere! Give your tastebuds a whirl with these simple ramen noodle recipes.

- The Sake Handbook by John Gaunter - a compact guidebook to Japan's national beverage

- The Tofu Book:The New American Cuisine by John Paino & Lisa Messinger - Its history, health benefits, shopping tips, how to make your own, and over 100 recipes.

- The Book of Miso by William Shurleff, Akiko Aoyagi (Contributor) - a complete introduction to miso cookery with more than 400 recipes.

- The Connoisseur's Guide To Sushi by Dave Lowry - a guide to everything you need to know about sushi
- The Book Of Sushi by Kinjiro Omae - Jammed with tips on how to make these succulent morsels yourself, or order them like a veteran at a sushi bar

- Bento Boxes: Japanese Meals on the Go by Naomi Kijima - more than 40 main dish recipes and step-by-step illustrations.

- Japan on a Full Stomach: Japan Survival and International Cookbook by Katherine Halas Moulton - loads of tried and tested recipes for Japanese and international favorites. Written specifically for cooking in Japan.

- Zen Vegetarian Cooking by Soei Yoneda - simple, nutritious and easy-to-follow vegetarian recipes as prepared in a Zen temple.

- A Guide to Being and Remaining Vegetarian (and Vegan) in Japan by Karen Brown
125 recipes,  a useful Japanese food glossary, and information about cooking and equipment - there’s no need to spend your time in Japan eating nothing but tofu and brown rice!

- Harumi's Japanese Cooking by Harumi Kurihara - more than 75 Authentic and Contemporary Recipes from Japan's Most Popular Cooking Expert