Japanese Fall/Autumn Recipes

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Authentic Asian dish featuring flavorful seasoned rice with chicken and vegetables topped with bright green scallions in a traditional black bowl on wooden surface

Authentic Japanese Takikomi Gohan: The Cozy Autumn Rice Dish You Need to Try

As the weather cools down, this autumn-inspired Takikomi Gohan brings Japanese tradition to your table with seasonal vegetables and umami-rich flavors that make everyday rice extraordinary. Pin this recipe for those crisp fall evenings when your soul needs something comforting yet a little more special than the usual dinner rotation.

Step-by-step tutorial showing sweet red bean mochi balls preparation from rice washing to final ohagi coating with anko paste, demonstrated in six photos

Japanese Sweet Rice Balls with Anko - Better Than Store-Bought

Fall is the perfect time to try making these traditional Japanese ohagi sweet rice balls at home. This recipe walks you through creating the smoothest anko coating and perfectly sticky mochi rice without any special equipment. Pin this cozy autumn treat to your fall baking board!

two pastries sitting on top of paper plates next to pine cones and a cup of tea

Ohagi (Botamochi) Sweet Rice Balls

red bean and kinako ohagi on a red leaf-shaped plate with green tea

Japanese Kenchin Jiru with chunky vegetables, tofu, and mushrooms in a wooden bowl and metal pot preparation

Delicious Vegetable Soup Recipe: Authentic Kenchin Jiru Under 30 Minutes

Looking for a vegetable soup that isn't just another tomato-based recipe? This hearty Japanese Kenchin Jiru combines root vegetables and tofu in a savory soy-infused broth that's been perfected over centuries in Buddhist temples. Save this nutritious one-pot recipe for when you need a warming, affordable meal that feels like an adventure! 🌱

Japanese Moon Festival dumplings: white rice balls with yellow center, red bean paste, and rabbit decoration

Tsukimi Dango: The Must-Try Japanese Moon Festival Treat

Fancy trying something with a bit of a Japanese autumn twist? Tsukimi dango, a Moon Festival favorite, is a great way to bring the magic of the harvest season to your kitchen. We'll show you how to make these sweet rice dumplings with red bean paste, perfect for celebrating under the autumn moon!