The Ultimate Japanese Travel Food: EKIBEN
The Ultimate Japanese Travel Food: EKIBEN
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The Art of Ekiben: Japan’s Railway Lunchboxes
An ekiben (railway bento) is more than just a meal — it’s a cultural ambassador that conveys the unique charm of each region of Japan. This full-colour bilingual photo book features 56 carefully selected ekiben from across the country, each showcasing distinctive local ingredients and traditional craft-inspired packaging designs.
In recent years, Japanese bento have gained worldwide popularity, with the word “bento” now recognised across the globe. Among them, ekiben stand out as compact expressions of local pride and creativity. Beautiful to look at and delightful to eat, these handcrafted lunchboxes capture the essence of Japan’s regional flavours and design traditions.
Presented in both Japanese and English, this book introduces readers to the world of ekiben — a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds. Its vivid photographs are sure to make you hungry and inspire your next journey across Japan.
Dimensions: 180 × 148 mm
Number of pages: 150
Country of manufacture: Japan
Material / component: Paper
Year of manufacture: 2015
