Ekiben Japan

(03/02/2024–06/01/2025)

FoodTravel

NHK World (JP)15 min

"Ekiben" are lunch boxes sold at train stations enjoyed during train journeys which are filled with the charm of each region of Japan! Let's embark on a journey to encounter a selection of lunch boxes from all over Japan!

Source: unknown Ekiben Japan

Episodes

Season 2024

S2024E01

A Feast Nurtured by a Volcano

March 02, 2024 at 03:00 PM

S2024E02

Comfort Food from the Northern Seas

March 16, 2024 at 03:00 PM

S2024E03

Ocean Delicacy Meets Mountain Delights

July 31, 2024 at 03:00 PM

S2024E04

Octopus Cuisine Inspired by Tradition

September 04, 2024 at 03:00 PM

S2024E05

Mythical Flavors of Fermentation

October 30, 2024 at 03:00 PM

S2024E06

A Bento Shaped by Layers of Tradition

December 04, 2024 at 03:00 PM

Season 2025

S2025E01

Curry Framed by 400 Years of History

January 08, 2025 at 03:00 PM

S2025E02

Meaty Mushrooms Grown in Winter Cold

February 26, 2025 at 03:00 PM

S2025E03

The Taste of Home in a Port Town

May 25, 2025 at 03:00 PM

S2025E04

Sakura's Gift: The Flavors of Spring in Tohoku

June 01, 2025 at 03:00 PM