When we live busy lives every day, there are times when we feel like “I don’t want to eat anything” or “I don’t even want to cook.” On days like these, it may be a sign that you have been pushing yourself too hard and that your mind and body are out of balance.

This book is a collection of soups that gently nourish both body and mind, designed so that you can prepare them easily even on busy days. It offers a variety of recipes that support different physical conditions and moods, helping you choose a soup that matches how you feel.

A single bowl, rich with gently infused nutrients from wholesome ingredients, refreshes your mind and resets your body. Whether you are cooking for yourself, your family, or someone you care about, these soups are designed to bring balance and happiness to both the cook and the eater.

For 365 days a year, whenever you feel like having soup, this book will surely be there to support you.

Author: Takako Ochiai

Nutritionist, food coordinator, and culinary artist. Ochiai is the founder of Kitchen Studio Bon Shiiku. After obtaining her nutritionist qualification, she gained experience in nutrition counseling at a natural foods company before becoming independent.

Her work spans television, magazines, and books, where she offers recipe ideas, nutritional guidance, and food styling with the motto: “gentle, delicious, and fun.” Her inspiration began with the joy she felt when friends loved the tomato and egg soup she made in her youth.

As a mother of two, she actively prepares bento lunches and develops easy-to-make, ready-to-eat side dishes. In recent years, she has expanded her activities to include offering bento meals in shared kitchens.

Release Date: October 10, 2025

Language: Japanese

Pages: 256 pages

ISBN-10: 4522442203

ISBN-13: 978-4522442203

Weight: 290 g

Dimensions: 18.4 × 12.8 × 1.8 cm