Onigiri
Onigiri are Japanese rice balls. They're fun to make and are a staple of Japanese lunchboxes (bento). You can put almost anything in an onigiri; try substituting grilled salmon, pickled plums, beef, pork, turkey, or tuna with mayonnaise.
Ramen
Once you have fallen in love with the comfort food, ramen, then it it time to learn to make it. Learn the tips to the best broth and all the toppings, too.