What’s it about? Japanese Baking celebrates the cakes, bakes and sweet treats of Japan, with approachable recipes designed to be enjoyed as part of everyday life rather than saved for special occasions. From classic favourites to contemporary creations, the recipes in this book explore a Japanese approach to sweetness and texture, with desserts that feel refined and satisfying without being overly rich.

Tea is just as important as the baking. Each recipe comes with a suggested tea pairing, introducing the breadth of Japanese tea culture and showing how the right cup can complement the flavours and textures of something sweet. You’ll also find recipes for tea-based drinks, including Matcha Hot Chocolate and Genmaicha Latte. Accompanied by beautiful photography throughout, Japanese Baking offers plenty of inspiration for bringing the quiet pleasure of tea and cake into your own home.

Who’s the author? Katsute100 is a Japanese tea and dessert café with locations in London and Edinburgh. Founded in 2016, the café specialises in carefully sourced teas, seasonal cakes and everyday tea experiences that celebrate the depth and diversity of Japanese tea culture.

Working closely with tea producers and artisan suppliers in Japan, Katsute100 shares both traditional and contemporary approaches to tea through desserts, drinks and tastings. The name ‘katsute’ loosely evokes nostalgia and moments in time, reflecting the café’s focus on creating space for small, thoughtful pauses centred around tea and something sweet.

Recipes we love: Strawberry Shortcake, Matcha Crêpe Cake, Hojicha Crème Brûlée, Black Sesame Cheesecake, Matcha Hot Chocolate, and Genmaicha Latte.

Perfect for: Bakers who want to explore Japanese cakes and desserts, discover new flavours, and learn how to pair homemade sweet treats with Japanese tea.