Shokudo Ogawa no Ryoricho

「食堂おがわ」の料理帖 Shokudo Ogawa no Ryoricho
Shintaro Ogawa hails from Fukuoka Prefecture and worked at a kappo restaurant before opening Shokudo Ogawa in Kyoto. This book is an extensive and detailed guide to the elevated izakaya/tapas-forward dishes that he serves. From creative "zensai" (appetizers) to grilled meats to fried dishes and more, there are a plethora of recipes to check out. The accompanying pictures serve as an informative step-by-step guide even if you are unable to read Japanese.
* This book is Japanese language only.