29 Hearty Japanese Soups With Easy Recipes

In my everyday Japanese cooking, soups hold a special place, from authentic miso soup to hearty noodle soup, clear soup, and creamy veggie soup. Here, you’ll find a wide range of Japanese soups —each simple, flavorful, and featuring vegetables, tofu, and eggs. Enjoy the variety!

1. Zosui Rice Soup with Egg (Vegetarian)

Zosui is a perfect dish if you are searching for a bowl of warm goodness! It transforms leftover rice into a flavorful and nourishing Japanese soup. Give it a try!

2. Tofu Miso Soup

If you’re looking for a cozy, healthy, and delicious meal to enjoy at home, try making authentic Japanese Tofu Miso Soup. The umami-rich dashi stock pairs perfectly with firm tofu (or silken tofu) and fresh green onions (spring onions), enhancing the overall taste experience. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can quickly whip up this tasty traditional Japanese soup!

3. Kake Soba

Are you craving a homemade Kake Soba recipe? Making this Japanese favorite is a breeze with my simple steps. Treat yourself to a delightful bowl of noodle soup right in your home!

4. Creamy Japanese Sweet Potato Soup (Vegan)

If you love a comforting bowl of soup that’s both delicious and easy to make, try this Japanese Sweet Potato Soup! With its creamy texture and natural sweetness, this soup is the perfect choice for a satisfying meal!

5. Kitsune Udon (Vegan)

Savor the deliciousness with a bowl of Kitsune Udon! This simple yet satisfying Japanese noodle soup made with kombu dashi (vegan dashi) has a taste you’ll love.

6. Japanese Cream Stew (Vegan)

Learn how to make this flavorful Japanese Cream Stew with a vegetable broth base. It’s the perfect soup on cold days that your whole family will love!

7. Mushroom Miso Soup

Make your own authentic, delicious, easy Mushroom Miso Soup in 10 minutes! This cozy vegetable miso soup will keep you warm on those chilly mornings!

8. Miso Ramen (Vegetarian)

If you enjoy ramen noodles, try this delightful bowl of vegetarian Miso Ramen! Made with simple ingredients, this dish can be ready in just 20 minutes and fulfill your cravings for a flavorful meal!

9. Creamy Kabocha Squash Soup (Vegetarian)

If you want an early fall soup recipe, try this easy Kabocha Squash Soup! Its rich flavors and silky texture make it a perfect comforting soup on chilly days!

10. Napa Cabbage Soup

Japanese Napa Cabbage Soup is a cream-based soup made with soy milk, miso, and dashi broth (soup stock). This delicious, hearty soup is a cozy, satisfying meal option on cold days or busy weeknights.

11. Wakame Miso Soup

Make your Wakame Miso Soup at home with this easy-to-follow recipe! Wakame seaweed, a staple ingredient in miso soup, takes center stage in this dish, perfect for anyone who loves healthy, flavorful soups.

12. Kake Udon

Kake Udon is a staple on Japanese restaurant menus—a simple yet flavorful noodle dish. Learn how to make it, and enjoy a comforting dish with its chewy udon noodles and delicious dashi soup.

13. Japanese Sweet Potato Miso Soup

Try this delicious and hearty bowl of Japanese Sweet Potato Miso Soup! Made with savory soybean paste and tender sweet potatoes, this bowl of miso soup will surely satisfy and nourish you!

14. Shio Ramen (Vegetarian)

Learn how to make delicious vegetarian Shio Ramen with this easy recipe! Enjoy the delightful blend of chewy ramen noodles and savory flavors without chicken broth!

15. Daikon Miso Soup

This Daikon Miso Soup is a hearty and healthy Japanese soup. The daikons are tender, and the dashi (soup stock) has an umami flavor that makes it rich in taste. If you love daikon and soup, this recipe is for you!

16. Creamy Shiitake Mushroom Soup (Vegan)

Enjoy a bowl of this creamy Shiitake Mushroom Soup as a nourishing starter before your main course. This delicious soup, made with wholesome shiitake mushrooms, will satisfy your palate!

17. Miso Udon (Vegetarian)

Get ready to savor the heartwarming Miso Udon! This dish combines the rich miso paste with those delightfully chewy udon noodles. This popular soup is a perfect comfort food for cold days!

18. Kabocha Miso Soup

If you’re in the mood for a hearty and delicious soup, try making this authentic Japanese Kabocha Miso Soup. Made with niboshi dashi base, it’s packed with rich umami flavor!

19. Daikon Soup with Egg (Vegetarian)

This delicious, healthy Daikon Soup with Egg is easy to make and takes only 10 minutes. It’s a simple and tasty Japanese vegetable soup with a hint of sesame oil that even someone who doesn’t like daikon will love!

20. Tanuki Udon (Vegan)

Treat yourself to the heartwarming Tanuki Udon soup with kombu dashi—a cozy, satisfying main dish that guarantees a delightful meal experience!

21. Veggie-Loaded Kabocha Soup (Vegan)

Nothing beats the rich and creamy flavor of Veggie-Loaded Kabocha Soup on a cold weather day. This Japanese-style soup with plenty of fresh vegetables will warm you up all over!

22. Natto Miso Soup

If you love natto but are not fond of its stick-to-your-mouth texture, then this Natto Miso Soup will be perfect for you! Let’s learn how to make it!

23. Curry Udon

Fill your cravings with this delicious and easy-to-follow Curry Udon recipe! Enjoy an inviting combination of chewy noodles in a flavorful curry soup.

24. Vegan Barley Soup

Enjoy a bowl of this delicious Vegan Barley Soup, featuring a base of Japanese flavors with kombu dashi and soy sauce. Light yet satisfying, it’s perfect for a quick and nutritious meal!

25. Vegan Vegetable Soup (Japanese Kenchin Jiru)

Enjoy this warm Vegan Vegetable Soup (Kenchin Jiru) made with tofu and nutritious vegetables. It’s perfect for chilly days and is light, flavorful, and satisfying!

26. Pressure Cooker Vegetable Soup with Japanese Flavors

Chop the vegetables, throw them in the pressure cooker, and relax while it cooks! This simple, naturally sweet Vegetable Soup is perfect for cozy winter days!

27. Vegetarian Cabbage Soup

Enjoy the cozy comfort of our Vegetarian Cabbage Soup—a warm and flavorful dish perfect for anyone seeking a delicious cabbage recipe. Give it a try!

28. Japanese Lotus Root Soup With Beans

Warm up this winter with this easy and delicious Japanese Lotus Root Soup recipe! This heartwarming dish is sure to become a family favorite!

29. Ozoni Recipe (Japanese New Year’s Mochi Soup)

Experience the taste of Japan with our Ozoni Recipe—a traditional Japanese New Year mochi soup. The delightful chewy rice cake and flavorful hot soup will leave you craving for more!

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