This book provides an exciting introduction to the Japanese method of pickling in a reusable bed of fermented rice bran—a medium that is easy to prepare and maintain at home. Author Nami Yamada is a dietary expert, chef and herbalist, and she provides instructions for 60 fermented pickles including unusual ones made from ingredients like daikon radish, lotus root, shiitake mushrooms, apples, garlic and tofu!

This comprehensive guide to a traditional Japanese fermentation method will help you eat more delicious and healthy meals!