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EP1 A Feast Nurtured by a Volcano Mar 01, 2024

Sakurajima, 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.

EP2 Comfort Food from the Northern Seas Mar 16, 2024

At 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.

EP3 Ocean Delicacy Meets Mountain Delights Jul 30, 2024

On 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.

EP4 Octopus Cuisine Inspired by Tradition Sep 04, 2024

A 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.

EP5 Mythical Flavors of Fermentation Oct 30, 2024

Shimane 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!

EP6 A Bento Shaped by Layers of Tradition Dec 04, 2024

In 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.

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Released: 01 March 2024 Returning Series

Producted By: NHK

Country: Japan

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Official Website: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/shows/ekibenjapan

Synopsis

"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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