autumn harvest bokksu japanese snack box

OCTOBER 2020

Autumn Harvest

秋の収穫祭

Autumn harvest bokksu japanese snack box

OCTOBER 2020

Autumn Harvest

秋の収穫祭

The fall harvest brings classic fall flavors like sweet potatoes and mushroom, apples and grapes, seeds and nuts to the table, and adds unique flavor to the season’s dishes and snacks.

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The Fall Harvest in Japan

When the weather starts getting chilly in Japan, two things are on people’s minds: kouyou and cozy comfort food. Kouyou or “fall colors” are as popular as spring’s cherry blossoms. Every year an Autumn Foliage forecast is released so people know when to expect the most vibrant leaves in their area. Many head out for picnics under the stunning leaves, bringing seasonal dishes with them.

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Below is this month's curation of snacks for both Classic and Tasting Bokksu. "Classic Bokksu Exclusive" products are not included in Tasting Bokksu.

  • THE SNACKS
  • MORE INFO
Hojicha Roasted Green Tea Financier Cake
Hojicha Roasted Green Tea Financier Cake
CLASSIC EXCLUSIVE
Blanchul Mini Chocolate: Anno Imo Sweet Potato Flavor
Blanchul Mini Chocolate: Anno Imo Sweet Potato Flavor
CLASSIC EXCLUSIVE
Chestnut Pie
Chestnut Pie
Beniimo Purple Yam Pie
Beniimo Purple Yam Pie
Hoshino Hojicha Latte
Hoshino Hojicha Latte
Imokari CUBE
Imokari CUBE
Mori no Madeleine: Apple
Mori no Madeleine: Apple
Mori no Madeleine: Apple
Puré Gummy Petite: Grape
Pure Potato Chips: Sesame Oil + Salt
Pure Potato Chips: Sesame Oil + Salt
Shiitake Mushroom Black Pepper Arare
Smile Harvest Savory Sesame Biscuit
Smile Harvest Savory Sesame Biscuit
Uni Rice Crackers
Uni Rice Crackers
Kurumi Walnut Mochi
Kurumi Walnut Mochi
Beniimo Purple Yam Pie

Beniimo Purple Yam Pie

Manufacturer: Hanamaru Creation
Common Allergens: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
Also Contains: N/A
Snack is: Sweet
Vegetarian: Yes

Beniimo is a purple yam known for its striking color, natural sweetness, and superfood status. For this hand pie, the sweet beniimo filling is balanced by the buttery pie crust.

Blanchul Mini Chocolate: Anno Imo  Sweet Potato Flavor

Blanchul Mini Chocolate: Anno Imo
Sweet Potato Flavor

CLASSIC EXCLUSIVE

Manufacturer: Bourbon
Common Allergens: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
Also Contains: N/A
Snack is: Sweet
Vegetarian: Yes

These delicate cookies are flavored with anno imo, a special sweet potato
grown exclusively in Tanegashima, Japan known for its exceptionally sweet natural flavor.

Chestnut Pie

Chestnut Pie

Manufacturer: Marusan Tamakiya
Common Allergens: Milk, Eggs, Tree nuts, Wheat, Soy
Also Contains: Alcohol
Snack is: Sweet
Vegetarian: Yes

This snack almost seems more like a soft bun than a pie, but the thin crust
is buttery pie dough. Inside is a smooth chestnut and white bean paste that
is sweet and balances nicely against the savory crust.

Hojicha Roasted Green Tea Financier Cake

Hojicha Roasted Green Tea Financier Cake

CLASSIC EXCLUSIVE

Manufacturer: Petite Fleur
Common Allergens: Milk, Eggs, Tree nuts, Wheat, Soy
Also Contains: N/A
Snack is: Sweet
Vegetarian: Yes

This cake is dense, rich, and packed with the flavorful aroma of hojicha roasted green tea. With notes of chocolate, caramel, and almost fruity black tea, hojicha adds deep and complex flavor to this otherwise simple cake.

Hoshino Hojicha Latte

Hoshino Hojicha Latte

Manufacturer: Hoshino Seichaen
Common Allergens: Milk
Also Contains: N/A
Vegetarian: Yes

A shift from the more commonly known hojicha, we bring to you Hoshino Hojicha Latte, an instant latte that can be enjoyed both hot or cold. An ideal progression for hojicha due to its nutty, caramel flavor, grab a cup to enjoy and keep you warm this winter!

Brewing Instructions: Empty the packet into your cup, and pour 120-150 ml
of hot water over the powder. Stir well with a spoon and enjoy.
For a cold brew version, use cold water instead of hot and add ice after stirring.

Imokari CUBE

Imokari CUBE

Manufacturer: Ginnoshio
Common Allergens: N/A
Also Contains: N/A
Snack is: Sweet
Vegetarian: Yes

This crunchy snack is essentially a cubed, fried sweet potato. It really lets the natural flavor of the sweet potato shine in all of its sweet, delicious glory.

Mori no Madeleine: Apple

Mori no Madeleine: Apple

Manufacturer: Ragueneau Sasaki
Common Allergens: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
Also Contains: N/A
Snack is: Sweet
Vegetarian: Yes

This snack is definitely not a traditional French madeleine, but the jammy apple filling adds a layer of luxury we didn’t even know was missing! This cake is soft
yet rich, and definitely perfect for an afternoon tea.

Puré Gummy Petite: Grape

Puré Gummy Petite: Grape

Manufacturer: Kanro
Common Allergens: N/A
Also Contains: N/A
Snack is: Sweet
Vegetarian: No

These gummies are shaped like little hearts with a sour exterior to balance a sweet interior. Each flavorful bite delivers the concentrated fruity and refreshing flavor of real grape juice.

Pure Potato Chips: Sesame Oil + Salt

Pure Potato Chips: Sesame Oil + Salt

Manufacturer: Koikeya
Common Allergens: Milk, Wheat, Soy
Also Contains: N/A
Snack is: Savory
Vegetarian: No

Who doesn’t love a good potato chip? These may seem like plain potato chips, but close attention reveals lingering umami notes, adding a richness from the addition of sesame oil!

Shiitake Mushroom Black Pepper Arare

Shiitake Mushroom Black Pepper Arare

Manufacturer: Morihaku Seika
Common Allergens: Milk, Wheat, Soy
Also Contains: N/A
Snack is: Savory
Vegetarian: Yes

Just opening the package of this rice cracker is enough to reveal the rich savory aroma of shiitake mushrooms. Bright and fiery black pepper offset the mushroom’s umami, all against a perfectly crunchy rice cracker base.

Smile Harvest Savory Sesame Biscuit

Smile Harvest Savory Sesame Biscuit

Manufacturer: Tohato
Common Allergens: Milk, Wheat, Tree nuts, Soy
Also Contains: N/A
Snack is: Savory
Vegetarian: Yes

These super thin biscuits are crisp, buttery, delicate, and sweet all in one bite! White sesame seeds are baked into each biscuit and add the gentle hint of fragrant sesame.

Uni Rice Crackers

Uni Rice Crackers

Manufacturer: Bonchi
Common Allergens: Eggs, Wheat, Soy
Also Contains: Mollusk shellfish, Alcohol
Flavor: Savory

Vegetarian: No

This delicious fried cracker pulls its lovely umami flavor from uni (sea urchin) and soy sauce. It's savory and salty without being overly fishy, and the crackers even have an oblong shape to look more like the actual sea urchin.

Kurumi Walnut Mochi


Kurumi Walnut Mochi

Manufacturer: Marusan Tamakiya
Common Allergens: Tree nuts, Wheat, Soy
Also Contains: N/A
Vegetarian: Yes

This soft mochi has a lovely texture that isn’t too sticky, and has chopped walnuts kneaded throughout. We love the faint notes of soy sauce that tango with the sugary coating and adds pleasant umami.

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