Yumiko is a baker, with a passion for her art. Yumiko is from Japan, where every detail is as important as the concept, this comes through in all her recipes. But don't confuse detail with clutter, her unique recipe style of presenting information through illustrations instead of words transcends boundaries and illicits clarity and understanding. Simplicity is key and every single recipe is achievable with great results at home. Every recipe is one of her classics that she makes regularly for her family and friends and not just for the bakery. Every recipe is real and tastes delicious. Every illustration is drawn by Yumiko, every recipe is created by Yumiko and every recipe is baked by Yumiko, there is no illusion here, I think you will love Yumiko's style and will enjoy the recipes as art, instruction and eating pleasure.