Learn Authentic Japanese Home Cooking
From Your Own Kitchen
Online Japanese Cookery School from Oxford
Try Your First Month for £5
Usually £25 per month
Start today for just £5 with code SPRING5
Limited Founding Member Offer
Start learning authentic Japanese cooking today.
✔ First month £5 with code SPRING5
✔ Then £25 per month
✔ Cancel anytime
✔ No commitment
What You’ll Receive Each Month
🍳 One carefully selected Japanese dish each month
Learn a main dish or side step-by-step.
🎥 Video Cooking Guide
Cook calmly with clear instructions.
🥢 Seasonal Japanese Food Culture
Understand ingredients and traditions.
🛒 UK Supermarket Ingredient Guide
Simple substitutes for everyday shopping.
Who This Is For
✔ Beginners curious about Japanese cooking
✔ People who enjoy cooking at home
✔ Anyone interested in Japanese food culture
✔ Busy professionals who want simple meals using UK ingredients
Why Japanese Home Cooking?
Japanese home cooking is simple,
balanced and naturally healthy.
✔ Less oil
✔ Fresh ingredients
✔ Natural umami
✔ Balanced meals
Learn how Japanese families cook every day.
geeting from aiko
Hello and welcome!
I’m Aiko, your guide to Japanese home cooking, based in Oxford.
Born and raised in Japan, I have spent over 15 years exploring Japanese home cooking — learning traditional recipes, studying seasonal ingredients, and sharing meals with family and friends.
Through isfor WA, I share authentic Japanese recipes adapted for ingredients you can easily find in UK supermarkets, so you can enjoy real Japanese home cooking wherever you live.
My goal is simple — to help you cook delicious and balanced Japanese meals with confidence in your own kitchen.
Whether you’re new to Japanese food or already love it, this membership will guide you step by step through the flavours, techniques, and seasonal traditions of everyday Japanese cooking.
I look forward to cooking with you.
Warm regards,
Aiko
How the Membership Works
Bringing the depth of authentic Japanese flavour to your kitchen – affordably, simply, deliciously.
The Secret of Authentic Japanese Flavour
Dashi is the foundation of Japanese home cooking.
By learning how to cook with dashi, you unlock the natural umami of ingredients and understand the balance that defines Japanese cuisine.
These lessons help you cook authentic, healthy Japanese meals using ingredients available in the UK.
What Our Students Say
“Delicious homemade hosomaki — and easy enough to share with my family.”
— Ellie C., UK
“The steps were clear and easy to follow. I’ve already made the teriyaki tuna again at home, and my family loved it.”
— Charlotte S., UK
Trusted by home cooks across the UK
“I had tried Japanese recipes before, but this course helped me understand the fundamentals — especially dashi and flavour balance. The lessons were calm, clear and very achievable at home.”
— Online class participant, UK
“I’d always skipped dashi before, but the lesson made it easy and approachable. My dishes finally tasted authentic Japanese.”
— Stephanie T., UK
What You’ll Be Cooking
Ichiju-Sansai Style Course:
Membership Plans
Choose the membership that suits your cooking journey.
Starter Membership
£25 / month
Most Popular
Perfect for beginners who want to start learning authentic Japanese home cooking step by step.
✔ One core Japanese dish each month
✔ Step-by-step cooking video
✔ UK-friendly ingredient guide
✔ Watch anytime, at your own pace
✔ Cancel anytime
Special offer: Founding Member Trial
Try your first month for £5 with the code SPRING5
All plans are flexible — you can change or cancel anytime.
Premium Membership
£99 / month
For those who want a deeper and more complete seasonal Japanese cooking experience.
✔ Everything in Starter
✔ Full ichiju-sansai meal each month
✔ Direct Q&A with Aiko
✔ Deeper seasonal and cultural learning
✔ Expanded recipe library
All plans are flexible — you can change or cancel anytime.
This is a subscription-based online Japanese cookery school.
Recipes and videos are available to members only and unlock monthly.
This website does not sell physical or digital products.
The Story Behind the Name
The name “isfor WA” comes from the simple idea that “is for” means “something exists for a purpose” and “WA” is a Japanese concept meaning “harmony” and “connection” and also refers to “Japanese culture”. The inspiration came from a picture my daughter drew when she was still very young. She titled it: “Ice cream is for eating.”
I thought — of course! That’s exactly what ice cream is for. And just like that, it clicked.
isfor WA exists to share the essence of Japanese cuisine and culture — with warmth, respect, and joy. With easy-to-follow recipes and on-demand step videos, you can make delicious Japanese meals at home — using ingredients available right here in the UK.
Unlock the Secrets of Japanese Cooking Today!
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£25 per month
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