Simple Delicacies is a collection of traditional and original recipes from Mr. Obayashi's decades of experience as head of the historic Imperial Gardens on the fabled Sunset Strip, and now in his own restaurant, Hirozen Gourmet in Los Angeles. The dishes are easy to make, yet inventive and elegant for entertaining. Experiment and explore the simple yet sophisticated world of Japanese cooking.

This book is coming May 2006. You can find more information or purchase here.