8 foods served on Japans famous bullet trains
According to the official Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), ekiben are regional boxed meals sold at railway stations and designed to showcase local ingredients and culinary traditions, making every train journey a food tour in itself. JR East, one of Japans largest railway operators, also describes ekiben as a unique food culture that celebrates regional flavours across the country. Here are some of the best ekiben to try on a Shinkansen journey.