Reiko Suenaga, PhD Hokkaido University, has carried out research on plant biotechnology during her tenure at Plantech Research Institute of Mitsubishi Chemical Cooperation. Her abiding interest in food and food preparation led her to establish herself at a food education counselor in 2006. At present, Ms. Suenaga offers lessons in Japanese cooking for both Japanese and foreign residents at her home in Tsukuba City. The author is convinced that there is much wisdom in Japanese food culture that can be applied to help people with obesity and other dietary-lifestyle related diseases, hence her resolve to pass on her practical knowledge through this book.