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202415 minRunning

Ekiben Japan

Network:NHK World

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S2026E02 - "Northern Waters and Woodlands Nurtured by Fishermen"

Aired on Feb 1, 2026, 3:00 PM

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Description

"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!

Details

Status
Running
Runtime
15 min
Premiered
March 2, 2024

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Episodes (3 Seasons · 15 Episodes)

Carrying On the Aroma of Yuzu

An ekiben with specialty yuzu from Umaji Village is available beside a tourist railway in Kochi.Yuzu once saved the village from extinction. This is the story of people behind yuzu fragrant ekiben.

Jan 18, 2026

15 min

Northern Waters and Woodlands Nurtured by Fishermen

An ekiben from Hokkaido's Hidaka region uses kombu and shellfish. It's a bento filled with the bounty of the sea nurtured by northern fishermen.

Feb 1, 2026

15 min

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