This cookbook presents the art of preparing Japanese foods characterized by their natural taste and appearance. It provides authentic master recipes for various foods including shushi, noodles, sashimi and tempura and gives insights into the traditions which lie behind Japanese cuisine. Elizabeth Lambert Ortiz is the award-winning author of several ethnic cookery books including "The Complete Book of Mexican Cooking","Caribbean Cooking" and "The Book of Latin American Cooking". She was a principal consultant for the Time-Life "Foods of the World" series and a consultant for the Time-Life "Good Cook" series.