You're about to discover some of the tastiest ways to feed your mind, body and soul.
A pharmacist by training you may know Pat Tokuyama as the founder of all day I eat like a shark, the food blog, YouTube channel, or as author of several Japanese cookbooks.
If you've got a desire to live a healthy life and are looking for a different way forward with a hunger for growth, then this video podcast is for you.
Daidokoro is the Japanese term for kitchen. And we're glad you're here!
with each episode, we're going to be bringing clarity to your cooking by blending Japanese tradition and life lessons into bite sized bits that even a shark would enjoy...
ready to make some magic happen?
88th Night Shincha: Japan's First-Flush Tea Tradition
Every spring in Japan, a single calendar milestone — the 88th night after the start of spring — marks the beginning of the shincha harvest. In this short episode, we break down what hachijūhachiya means, why shincha tastes sweeter and more delicate than the sencha you drink the rest of the year, and what's actually happening chemically in those young leaves. The key is theanine, the umami amino acid that accumulates all winter and peaks right at first flush — before sunlight triggers the bitter catechin conversion. We also cover how to brew shincha so you don't cook off the very compounds that make it special. If you've ever wondered why Japanese tea drinkers treat the spring harvest like a national event, this episode gives you the full picture in five minutes.
21 Apr 2026
matcha castella cake - is your matcha cake turning out dense and brown?
Why does some Matcha cake turn out dense and brown instead of fluffy and vibrant? 🍰 It’s not just luck—it’s science! From "fat coating" your flour to skipping the baking soda, we’re dissecting the chemistry of the perfect crumb. Here are 5 things to consider for your next bake ✔️
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14 Apr 2026
kabusecha shaded tea - is shaded tea really worth the extra effort?
Is shaded tea really worth the extra effort? 🌿 In this episode, we’re exploring the unique profile of Kabusecha and the "battle" happening inside the tea leaf between savory umami and bitterness. ✔️
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✅ How would you like to discover how to cook plant based Japanese food, the EASY WAY? Get on the waitlist for my next LIVE video training and get a FREE sample from my latest cookbook! http://www.alldayieat.com/go/getataste (http://www.alldayieat.com/go/getataste)
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