explore JAPAN
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Shipping is free for all country boxes, subscriptions and bundles in the Continental U.S. (AK and HI cost an additional $3 to ship).
2026 Calendar
Here is the list of countries featured by month for each dietary option in 2026:
No restrictions
Jan
Morocco
Feb
South Korea
Mar
Jamaica
Apr
Spain
May
Ethiopia
Jun
Italy
Jul
India
Aug
Mexico
Sep
Kenya
Oct
Thailand
Nov
Greece
Dec
Brazil
Gluten free
Jan
India
Feb
France
Mar
Spain
Apr
Ukraine
May
Mexico
Jun
Ireland
Jul
Kenya
Aug
Brazil
Sep
UK
Oct
Lebanon
Nov
Greece
Dec
Italy
Vegetarian
Jan
Ethiopia
Feb
Sweden
Mar
South Korea
Apr
France
May
Israel
Jun
India
Jul
Jamaica
Aug
Spain
Sep
Ukraine
Oct
Mexico
Nov
Kenya
Dec
Morocco
2027 Calendar
Here is the list of countries featured by month for each dietary option in 2027:
No Restrictions
Jan
China
Feb
Lebanon
Mar
Ireland
Apr
France
May
USA
Jun
Israel
Jul
Japan
Aug
UK
Sep
Peru
Oct
Ukraine
Nov
Singapore
Dec
Sweden
Gluten-Free
Jan
Ethiopia
Feb
Sweden
Mar
India
Apr
France
May
Spain
Jun
USA
Jul
Ukraine
Aug
Mexico
Sep
Ireland
Oct
Kenya
Nov
Brazil
Dec
UK
Vegetarian
Jan
UK
Feb
Lebanon
Mar
Greece
Apr
Brazil
May
Italy
Jun
USA
Jul
Ethiopia
Aug
Sweden
Sep
South Korea
Oct
France
Nov
Israel
Dec
India
What’s Inside Japan Family Box?
3 Authentic Recipes - Japan
(4 servings each)
5-7 Shelf Stable Ingredients/Mixes - Japan
Shopping List
(for fresh ingredients)
1 Flag Pin and 1 Sticker - Japan
16-Page Explorer Booklet - Japan
(including music, movies & books)
Online Membership Portal Access
Fun Cooking Tool - Japan
1 Passport in your first box
3 Authentic Recipes - Japan
(4 servings each)
5-7 Shelf Stable Ingredients/Mixes - Japan
Shopping List
(for fresh ingredients)
1 Flag Pin and 1 Sticker - Japan
16-Page Explorer Booklet - Japan
(including music, movies & books)
Online Membership Portal Access
Fun Cooking Tool - Japan
1 Passport in your first box
Recipe details
These 3 popular Japanese recipes serve 4 people. Additional spices and sauces or other add ons are available for larger families. Note - click on recipe mixes for ingredients and nutritional facts.
Teriyaki
The word "teriyaki" is a combination of two words - "teri" / "tare" refers to the shine from the sugar glaze and "yaki" refers to the cooking method of grilling or broiling. Teriyaki is believed to have originated around the 17th century in Japan.
Katsu
Katsu is an abbreviation of "katsuretu" which comes from the English word “cutlet”. Katsu was introduced as a Japanese-western meal in 1899 in Ginza, Tokyo. It is either served as a single dish or in combination with curry and generally with shredded cabbage.
Okonomiyaki
Okonomiyaki ("okonomi" - as you like it, "yaki" - grill) is a savory Japanese pancake, known in the USA as Japanese pizza. It is traditionally made with shredded cabbage and various meats, and is topped with condiments like scallions, red pickled ginger (kizami beni shoga) and green seaweed powder (aonori). Okonomiyaki is mainly associated with the Kansai or Hiroshima areas of Japan.
The word "teriyaki" is a combination of two words - "teri" / "tare" refers to the shine from the sugar glaze and "yaki" refers to the cooking method of grilling or broiling. Teriyaki is believed to have originated around the 17th century in Japan.
Katsu is an abbreviation of "katsuretu" which comes from the English word “cutlet”. Katsu was introduced as a Japanese-western meal in 1899 in Ginza, Tokyo. It is either served as a single dish or in combination with curry and generally with shredded cabbage.
Okonomiyaki ("okonomi" - as you like it, "yaki" - grill) is a savory Japanese pancake, known in the USA as Japanese pizza. It is traditionally made with shredded cabbage and various meats, and is topped with condiments like scallions, red pickled ginger (kizami beni shoga) and green seaweed powder (aonori). Okonomiyaki is mainly associated with the Kansai or Hiroshima areas of Japan.
JAPAN - Drink Pairing Brochure
Japan's drink culture is deeply rooted in tradition, craftsmanship, and seasonal harmonymuch like its cuisine. Our Japan drink brochure presents refined cocktail and mocktail recipes, along with delicate wine and beer pairings, to mirror the balance and elegance of Japanese cuisine and dining rituals. All drink pairing recipes are curated with guidance from award-winning mixologist Anthony Caporale and the wine experts at IPO Wines. Note on wine: We highlight grape varieties and regionsnot specific winemakers. ALL COCKTAILS CAN BE MADE ZERO-PROOF WITH NON-ALCOHOLIC BASES.
$5.00
JAPAN - flag pin & sticker
Have additional kids, how about extra JAPAN flag pin and sticker- one for each child? 1 country flag pin 1 country sticker Note - no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box. otherwise, there is shipping fee based on weight
$2.00
JAPAN - Spice & Sauce Mixes
Need extra servings or want to repeat your favorite dishes? Grab our spice, sauce, and grain mixes to whip up all three recipes againand keep the delicious fun going! no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box otherwise, there is shipping feebased on weight
$10.00
JAPAN Tool - Chopstick
Have additional kids, how about getting extra cooking tool(s)? One for each child! Note - no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box. otherwise, there is shipping fee based on weight
$5.00
Choose Your Experience
Family Box
Our Family Box makes for a memorable family cooking experience or as a great add on to your homeschool or in class educational experience. Our recipes serve 4 and include spices and sauces and a shopping list for the fresh ingredients.
Adult Box
With 3 recipes that serve 4 in each box, our Adult Box is perfect for three intimate date nights or a dinner party for 12. We provide the harder-to-find sauces and spice mixes and you just add the fresh ingredients.
Discover Japan
JAPAN, an island nation in East Asia, is known for its timeless traditions, innovative spirit, and stunning natural beauty. From the snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji to bustling Tokyo and serene temples, Japan blends ancient heritage with modern technology. Its culture—rooted in respect, craftsmanship, and harmony—continues to influence art, cuisine, and design around the world.
FAQs
eat2explore is suitable for ALL ages - designed for ages 5 and up with adult guidance. Family Edition kits are ideal for kids and parents cooking together, while Adult Edition boxes include drink pairings for date nights and group gatherings.
eat2explore includes organic ingredients whenever possible, but organic sourcing is not guaranteed. All spice blends and sauces are carefully sourced and produced to meet quality and safety standards.
Dried spice blends typically last over two years. Sauces are hot-filled and Cornell Food Tech approved, with a shelf life of over one year unopened. Fresh batches are produced monthly.
You can choose individual country boxes or build your own bundle by selecting the specific countries you’d like to explore - all shipped together in one shipment. For our monthly subscription, you’ll receive a new featured country box each month. Country selection is not available with the subscription.
