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The Bento Box in Japan: What a Packed Lunch Reveals About How the Japanese Eat
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The Bento Box in Japan: What a Packed Lunch Reveals About How the Japanese Eat

The art and culture of bento in Japan, from kindergarten obento to ekiben sold at train stations.

Yuki Tanaka · April 27, 2026
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