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The 12th Century Origins Of The Bento Box, One Of Japan's Traditional Lunches
Japan is one of the most culinarily rich countries on Earth, and many of its ancient food traditions live on today. One of the most iconic and resilient of these traditions is the humble bento box ...
EVERY BENTO TELLS A STORY/ Mackerel sandwich: An easy-to-make meal that’s convenient even for work hours
2. Sprinkle sake on mackerel fillets. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Grill mackerel, skin side down, ...
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A Bento Shaped by Layers of Tradition
The annual fireworks festival of Nagaoka in Niigata is among the most popular summer events in Japan. 00:21 In Niigata Prefecture, there's an ekiben that carries the heritage of flavors passed ...
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Thinking inside the bento box, Japan celebrates Ekiben Day
YOKOHAMA—Japan on April 10 marked Ekiben Day, celebrating the bento box lunches sold at train stations around the nation. An association of businesses that sell food products at Japan Railway ...