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EKIBEN JAPAN

EKIBEN JAPAN

2024Returning Series3 Seasons15 EpisodesTMDB
NHK WORLD-JAPAN

"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!

Season 2 Episodes

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Episode 1: Curry Framed by 400 Years of History

Jan 8, 2025 · 15m

This curry rice bento, made with local spices and beef, comes in Arita porcelain ware, a 400-year-old art treasured by royalty. Its rich heritage is sure to enhance your travel memories.

Episode 2: Meaty Mushrooms Grown in Winter Cold

Feb 26, 2025 · 15m

Tottori's shiitake bento features thick, sweet, wood-grown mushrooms. The rice, seasoned with Japanese pepper, pairs perfectly with the deep flavor of the shiitake enhanced by special local soy sauce!

Episode 3: The Taste of Home in a Port Town

May 25, 2025 · 15m

This ekiben from Kamogawa in southern Chiba features sanga-yaki, made from minced fish, and is packed with regional flavors like thick, tender Boshu hijiki and the long-prized Nagasa-mai rice.

Episode 5: An Ekiben of Volcanic Memory and Blessing

Aug 10, 2025 · 15m

The Volcano Bento uses only local ingredients, grown in the Shimabara Peninsula's soil shaped by Mt. Unzen's eruptions. It's a heartfelt bento from locals who know the volcano's dangers and gifts.

Season 2 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did EKIBEN JAPAN Season 2 premiere?

EKIBEN JAPAN Season 2 premiered on January 8, 2025.

How many episodes are in EKIBEN JAPAN Season 2?

EKIBEN JAPAN Season 2 has 7 episodes.

What is the first episode of EKIBEN JAPAN Season 2?

The season opens with Season 2 Episode 1, "Curry Framed by 400 Years of History". It aired on January 8, 2025.

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