Ekiben: Savoring Japan’s Train-Travel Delicacies

ByIlya
A typical $10 (1000 Yen) Bento, bought from a bento store in Tokyo Terminal.
A typical $10 (1000 Yen) Bento, bought from a bento store in Tokyo Terminal.

Ekiben, the quintessential Japanese train travel companion, are specially crafted bento box meals that showcase the unique flavors of each region. As passengers journey through Japan, they can indulge in these locally inspired delicacies that differ from station to station. In the 1980s, the popularity of ekiben soared, with an estimated 12 million boxes enjoyed daily across the country.

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