Harumi Kurihara facts for kids
Harumi Kurihara, born on March 5, 1947, is a very famous homemaker and television personality in Japan. Many people call her the "Martha Stewart of Japan" because she is so popular. For over 20 years, she has taught people how to cook and manage their homes.
Harumi Kurihara (栗原 はるみ, Kurihara Harumi, born March 5, 1947)
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A Star in the Kitchen
Harumi Kurihara is a household name in Japan. She is known for her amazing cooking skills. She also shares tips on how to make your home a happy place. She has hosted many TV shows. She also writes popular magazines and cookbooks.
Her Amazing Career
Harumi Kurihara has built a huge "homemaking empire." It is called Yutori no Kukan. This means "a space to relax." She writes a quarterly recipe magazine called Suteki Recipe. It has sold over 5 million copies! She has also written more than 20 bestselling cookbooks and style magazines.
She even has her own line of cookware. She also owns a chain of stores. Big companies like P&G and Nissan have worked with her. This shows how trusted and popular she is.
Her Unique Cooking Style
Harumi Kurihara was born in Shimoda, a city by the sea. She never went to a professional cooking school. This is why her cooking is known as satisfying home cooking. It is food that anyone can make and enjoy at home.
Her recipes often mix traditional Japanese flavors with new Western ideas. She also thinks about how busy people are. So, her recipes are practical for everyday life. They are perfect for busy families.
Family and Inspiration
Harumi Kurihara is married to Reiji Kurihara. He used to be a TV news anchor. He was the one who first encouraged her to start her TV career. Now, he is the president of her company, Yutori no Kukan.
Award-Winning Cookbooks
Harumi's very first cookbook was called Gochisōsama Ga Kikitakute!. This means "I want to hear you say: 'I'm all finished and that was great!'". This shows her wish for people to enjoy her food.
Her first major cookbook published in English was Harumi's Japanese Cooking. In 2004, this book won a big award. It was named the best cookbook of the year at the 10th Gourmand World Cookbook Awards. It was chosen from 5,000 cookbooks from 67 countries. It was also named the best world Asian cuisine book.
