Ekiben: A True Rail Traveling Companion

Ekiben, a word that combines eki, meaning station, and the ben from bento, are special boxed meals sold at stations and on trains all over Japan. Around 4,000 different kinds of ekiben are sold throughout Japan, and each one is packed with the distinct culture and cuisine of the local area its made in. Discover the special techniques used to ensure that ekiben are always high quality and delicious even when chilled, and some tips on how to really enjoy lunch on the train.

Release Date: 2015-03-09
Seasons: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
TMDb: 8.0/10
  • Country: JP
  • Language: 日本語 | English
  • Runtime: 28

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