Recommended Shinkansen Ekiben

"Which Ekiben should I choose!?"
There are so many types of Shinkansen Ekiben that it's easy to get lost.
Moreover, you eat them "on the move." If you choose the wrong one, your satisfaction will drastically decrease.
On this page, we've organized "how to choose an Ekiben without failing" depending on the situation.

Basic Rules for Choosing an Ekiben

• Short Time → Light and easy to eat
• Long Distance → Satisfying meat type
• Concerned about smell → Sandwiches or Sushi types

1. Wanna eat hearty! Meat Type Ekiben

Meat Ekiben like Sendai's Beef Tongue or Yonezawa's Beef Doman-naka, which are devised to be delicious even when cold, offer outstanding satisfaction.
Ideal for long-distance travel or "when you want a solid meal."

2. Fresh from the sea! Seafood Type Ekiben

If you visit a region famous for seafood, like Hokkaido's Crab Rice or Toyama's Masu no Sushi, you absolutely cannot miss these.
Recommended when you want to feel the travel mood or enjoy the local vibe.

3. When in doubt! The Local Classic Makunouchi

The "classics" of each region, such as Kiyoken's Shumai Bento, all have a high degree of perfection and you won't get tired of them no matter how many times you eat them.
It is the most reliable choice as a "safe bet" when you're hesitant.

4. Common Mistakes

• The smell is too strong making it hard to eat on the train
• The portion is too large to finish
• Choosing something that is hard to eat while the train shakes

Conclusion: If Unsure, Choose Like This

• Focus on Satisfaction → Meat Type
• Travel Mood → Seafood Type
• Don't Want to Fail → Makunouchi