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Play S1 E1"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!
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1. A Feast Nurtured by a VolcanoSakurajima, an active volcano in southern Japan. Surprisingly, there is a technique called “Haiboshi” that maximizes the flavor of seasonal fish using its volcanic ash. Let's explore the phantom technique that was once lost.CC15minMar 1, 2024
2. Comfort Food from the Northern SeasAt Bokoi Station in Hokkaido Prefecture, a family trio makes just 40 ekiben per day. The surf clam called hokkigai, a regional comfort food, is locally sourced, along with the kombu and even the salt.CC15minMar 16, 2024
3. Ocean Delicacy Meets Mountain DelightsOn the scenic Izu Peninsula, there's a bento made with local horse mackerel, rice, wasabi and salted cherry leaves. Discover an ekiben of nature's bounty and heartfelt artistry.CC15minJul 30, 2024
4. Octopus Cuisine Inspired by TraditionA bento from Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture features a local octopus specialty. The container of this unique bento is also interesting as they're shaped the same as the pots used in traditional octopus fishing.CC15minSep 4, 2024
5. Mythical Flavors of FermentationShimane Prefecture's miso-stewed beef bento features beef simmered in naturally fermented miso and soy sauce with cooking sake, highlighting the Izumo region's koji culture. It pairs well with the quality rice!CC15minOct 30, 2024
6. A Bento Shaped by Layers of TraditionIn Nagaoka, there's an ekiben shaped by layers of tradition, featuring chicken meatballs with local chili, 100-year-old abura-age, thrice-pickled eggplants in miso and more, each with their own story.CC15minDec 4, 2024
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EKIBEN JAPAN
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"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!
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- NHK, Creative Nexus, NHK Educational
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Audio languages
Japanese, English
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