Top Cooking YouTube Channels from Japan

Discover the most popular cooking YouTube creators from Japan. Find the best food channels and content creators in cooking.

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In 2026, the cooking community on YouTube has evolved beyond simple recipe videos. Top creators are now producing high-production food challenges, travel vlogs exploring global cuisines, and deep-dive educational content on food science. Channels like Gordon Ramsay, Babish Culinary Universe, and Maangchi have set high standards, blending instruction with personality-driven storytelling that keeps millions of subscribers coming back for more.

Following the best cooking channels is the perfect way to sharpen your culinary skills, discover new ingredients, and stay updated on global food trends. This curated list features the most influential cooking YouTubers from around the world, ranked by popularity and influence. Explore their content to find your next favorite chef and elevate your kitchen game today.

Channels

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Bayashi TV

@bayashitv_

ASMR Cooking Video creator in Japan!!🎖50 million followers on my TikTok♪I will post longer videos in YouTube, so subscribe me!!

Japan
Subscribers
33.5M
Total Views
22079.8M
Videos
1,563
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Nino's Home

@NinosHome

Hi, I'm NinoNino's Home is my new channel, I will upload new videos on this channel. Please subscribe to support me. Thank you!All the recipes and dishes I h...

Japan
Subscribers
7.71M
Total Views
884.4M
Videos
138
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Peaceful Cuisine

@PeacefulCuisine

Hi, This is a peaceful cooking channel of Ryoya Takashima.

Japan
Subscribers
2.43M
Total Views
181.8M
Videos
519
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Kyrie

@kyriethefoodie

🍜 Bridging cultural gaps through food 🇯🇵 Hafu born in Japan, living in UT

Japan
Subscribers
139K
Total Views
77.5M
Videos
262
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Two Easy Dumpling Recipes 🥟

7.3M views3 months ago

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the most popular cooking YouTubers in 2026?

Some of the most popular cooking YouTubers include Gordon Ramsay, Babish Culinary Universe, Nick DiGiovanni, and Maangchi. These creators have amassed millions of subscribers by offering a mix of high-quality recipes, entertaining challenges, and educational food content.

How do I find cooking channels for specific cuisines?

You can find cooking channels for specific cuisines by using the country filter on our category page. For example, selecting 'South Korea' will show creators like Maangchi, while selecting 'Italy' or 'United States' will highlight chefs specializing in those regional cuisines.

What types of content do cooking YouTubers create?

Cooking YouTubers create a wide variety of content, including step-by-step recipe tutorials, 'what I eat in a day' vlogs, food challenges, kitchen gadget reviews, and travel vlogs exploring street food and local delicacies. Many also focus on specific niches like vegan cooking, baking, or budget-friendly meals.