Image blog ⇒ "https://kouji328.blog.fc2.com/blog-entry-4508.html" Finished work in Kurume safely and went to Nagoya for the day. At 15:20, I boarded the Sakura Shinkansen bound for Shin-Osaka from Kurume for about 20 minutes. I should arrive home around 8:00 pm, so I decided to get off at Hakata and buy a bento box at "Ekibenya Tai" inside the Shinkansen, maybe the "Kashiwameshi bento." But oh no! The "Kashiwameshi bento" was not available! Well, at this time, it's understandable, but still disappointing. So, what should I do? The available bentos were: Spicy mentaiko and Hakata Jidori rice bento for 1,150 yen (including tax), Hakata mentaiko beef rice bento for 1,280 yen, Kagoshima Kurobuta mentaiko bento for 1,080 yen, Kagoshima beef steak bento for 1,150 yen, Delicious! Beef tongue and spicy mentaiko bento for 1,250 yen, Setouchi specialty red sea bream and eel bento for 1,000 yen, Domestic conger eel and beef sukiyaki bento for 1,180 yen, Mentaiko grilled mackerel sushi for 1,300 yen. There was also the Fukuoka exclusive "Kingdom bento, Yama-ya Kaicho no Zen" for 1,450 yen, but with seaweed cut out in the shape of Kaicho's face, it's not my style so I passed on that. If I had to choose, I was interested in the "Mentaiko grilled mackerel sushi." But somehow, I ended up picking up the "Domestic conger eel and beef sukiyaki bento" that didn't look like Fukuoka or even Kyushu, and said, "I'll take this." Well, as long as it's not the Kashiwameshi bento, I thought it doesn't matter, and boarded the Shinkansen bound for Tokyo. When I opened the bento, there were two fairly large pieces of eel on top of the rice, with beef sukiyaki on the side. The side dishes were just thick rolled omelette and wasabi kelp. First, the eel, it didn't fall apart even when lifted, and could be cut easily without applying much force with chopsticks, a pretty exquisite cooking point. And the seasoning was quite good too. The eel also goes well with the cold bento rice. The beef sukiyaki also had a meaty taste but not too heavy seasoning, and it matched well with the cold bento rice even more than the eel. Hmm, this is delicious! The "Wasabi kelp" side dish was too strong in flavor and didn't need half of it, but just like the mini thick rolled omelette, I prefer this simple presentation rather than having a cluttered and poorly made side dish. By the way, the bento was made by Miyo Nonomoto in Okayama (no wonder it had a Setouchi vibe). Although it's not a bento that you would specifically buy in Hakata, this was a good choice after all. 78 points. (I should check out Miyo Nonomoto in Okayama)

I visited in November 2020. The location is inside Hakata Station. They have a variety of bento boxes available. I bought the Hello Kitty Shinkansen Bento for 1280 yen. It's very cute. I enjoyed it on the Shinkansen train. The bento includes Hello Kitty-themed fish cakes and it's just adorable. The bento box is cute too, so I took it home. I highly recommend it.

Category: Favorite Izakaya (Kyushu) Today, I flew from Okinawa Airport to Fukuoka Airport. I took an early flight and had work in Hakata. I couldn't have lunch, so I bought a bento box before catching the evening Shinkansen. I bought the Orio's Kashiwameshi from Taiken, a bento shop in the station. I'll have it after the Shinkansen departs. I'll pair it with a highball. Work is done for the day. I'll start with Nara pickles as a vegetable first. It goes well with the highball. The kelp simmered dish also complements the drink. Now for the main event. I'll enjoy the sweet chicken rice, shredded egg rice, and seaweed rice alternately. The rice cooked in chicken soup is delicious. Despite being a late lunch, I am very satisfied. I'd love to have a drink with various local specialty bento boxes. It would enhance the experience if there were local drinks available. I feel like going on a journey rather than just traveling. "Taiken" Bento Shop, Hakata Station, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka 1-1 Hakata Station Central Street, Hakata Station 6:50-21:00

Starting today, I'm traveling alone to Osaka. I'm going to watch some sports. I decided to buy a station bento at this shop. To my surprise, they had Kashimashi from Orio Higashichikuken... I immediately bought it. It cost 770 yen and is a good deal for a station bento. It didn't disappoint, it was delicious as always. I'll enjoy it with a beer~

When I bought a Shinkansen ticket with JTB, I received a 300 yen voucher that I could use at designated shops. I decided to use it at a shop in Hakata Station on the second floor. The shop was a bento shop called "Station Bento-ya." There were many different types of bento boxes to choose from, making it difficult to decide. In the end, I chose a bento box with grilled squid dumplings, black pork dumplings, and chicken rice. Eating a bento box on a moving train is such a luxurious experience. It was delicious. We happened to pass through Mihara Station. I remembered visiting this station with my dad when I was a child on our way back to our hometown in Ehime Prefecture. We then took a ferry or a hydrofoil to Imabari.

I purchased a bento box inside the Shinkansen ticket gate at JR Hakata Station. It's been a while since I had a bento box. I chose the Kagoshima black pork mentaiko bento. Let's dig in! When I opened the lid, there were mentaiko, pork in sauce, and rolled omelette. I tried the mentaiko first, and it was quite delicious. This would go well with sake rather than beer. The pork in sauce wasn't tough even though it had cooled down, making it easy to eat. Overall, it was a satisfying meal! It may be a bit pricey at over a thousand yen, but it's nice to have a meal on the Shinkansen once in a while.

After a meeting in Fukuoka in the morning, I realized I didn't have time for brunch, so I bought a station bento to eat on the limited express train to Nagasaki. The station was crowded, similar to Tokyo Station. I ended up getting a bento with three types of fried chicken and some tea. I ate it on the train and surprisingly, it was delicious. The bone-in chicken bar was especially good. Thank you for the meal.

In the 10th year of the Tenpo era (1839), in early autumn of 2018, a man named Kagenijiro, who had lost his beloved woman and killed the origin of her suffering, embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind a robbery involving a man named Tadaoki, also known as "Kuni Sada Sushi Hakata Oshi." This two-tiered mackerel sushi, created to satisfy discerning customers at the prestigious restaurant Teraioka, is a luxurious dish that prepares Kagenijiro for the upcoming battle. As he indulges in the traditional pressed sushi, he is approached by a mysterious figure, and the invincible Hojoji Sajoji unleashes his brilliance once again.

Kashiwameshi (Daimyo Douchu Kago) 1100 yen A station bento specialty store located in Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture. I bought Kashiwameshi (Daimyo Douchu Kago) at "Ekibenya Tai!" in Hakata Station. Kashiwameshi (Daimyo Douchu Kago) is rice cooked in chicken soup with minced chicken, shredded omelette, and chopped seaweed neatly arranged on top! Not only the minced chicken but also the rice is well seasoned, so it was delicious even when cold! The separated toppings are also voluminous and satisfying! It was a great companion from Hakata to Nagasaki!

Kitakyushu Ekiben Co., Ltd. Chicken rice for 750 yen. I tried it without much expectation, but it turned out to be quite well-made as a station bento. It's simple with minced chicken, chopped seaweed, shredded omelette, but when eaten with mixed rice, it's exquisite.

Kashiwa Meshi

"Segodon don-don! Hakata Station "Ekiben-ya Tai!" July 3, 2018 NEW! Theme: Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City / Hakata Station Area Eating on the go during a busy business trip... I went to "Ekiben-ya Tai!" in Hakata Station on the Shinkansen platform. It's conveniently located closest to the ticket gate, which is helpful when time is limited. I tried the Saigo-don, a typical bento with Kagoshima black pork. The pork pieces were nicely layered, providing a satisfying amount. I bet it would taste even better if warmed up... The bento is made by Matsueken from Izumi. It was a quick meal during my hectic business trip, so I couldn't savor it slowly, but I would have preferred to enjoy it with a beer after work... Shop Information: Ekiben-ya Tai! 092-477-8577 Hakata Station Shinkansen Platform, 1-1 Hakata Station Chuo-gai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City"

Transferred at Hakata Station. While there, I was looking for an ekiben (station bento) to try. Since I was in Hakata, mentaiko (spicy cod roe) seemed like a delicious choice. However, there were too many options with side dishes like beef tongue and mentaiko, or chicken and mentaiko, making it hard to fully enjoy the mentaiko. But then, I found it! The "Spicy Mentaiko Bento" for 1030 yen (tax included). The mentaiko was cut into pieces but it was a whole piece. It also had fish and pork as side dishes, but the white rice was a nice touch. I enjoyed the mentaiko fully on the spacious seat of the Kyushu Shinkansen!

I visited during the New Year's rush at 4:00 PM on January 3rd. The area outside the ticket gates was crowded with people buying souvenirs, and there were long lines at the registers, but this place was empty. I guess most people finish their shopping before entering the ticket gates. I was planning to buy this kashiwa-meshi, knowing that it was sold inside the Shinkansen ticket gates, so I passed through the gates. I usually buy a bento box with lots of meat, but this time I opted for something lighter because I'm worried about gaining weight over the New Year. The minced chicken, seaweed, and egg all go well with the flavorful rice.

I visited the station bento shop called Taisan inside Hakata Station on a Saturday morning. They had a variety of recommended bentos from Kyushu lined up, along with drinks like tea for sale. I purchased the recommended Kashiwa Meshi (750 yen) as suggested by the staff. It is a famous bento from Higashi-Chikuzen in Orio Station, Kitakyushu City. When I opened it, I saw fluffy scrambled eggs, seaweed, and shredded chicken neatly arranged on top of the rice, looking very appetizing. The eggs were fluffy, the shredded chicken was cooked with a sweet and savory flavor while retaining the texture of the chicken, and the combination with seaweed was excellent. Notably, the rice was cooked with chicken broth, giving it a strong umami flavor, making it delicious even without any side dishes. It also came with beans and pickles as sides. I thoroughly enjoyed the delicious bento and would like to visit again in the future.

I was on a business trip in Fukuoka before heading to Osaka. I didn't have much time for lunch, so I decided to try a new place on the opposite side of the bento shop I used last time. The selection was okay, and I chose the recommended kashiwa meshi. I didn't buy any tea and took it on the Shinkansen. The kashiwa meshi was divided into three colors as shown in the photo. It was sweet and delicious, but the rice was a bit difficult to eat because it stuck to the lid and containers.

Station Bento Shop Tai! is located at the central ticket gate of Hakata Station on the 2nd floor to the left. They offer a variety of station bento and sushi from the western Japan area centered around Fukuoka. It's hard to choose because they all look delicious. I purchased the Orio Station specialty "Kashiwameshi" (770 yen) from Higashichikuken. The packaging paper with illustrations of station names around Orio Station evokes a sense of travel. The three colors of kashiwa, kinshi egg, and chopped seaweed are beautiful. The kashiwa rice is lightly flavored with a delicious taste, and it goes well with the sweetly cooked kashiwa. The fluffy kinshi egg and the aroma of chopped seaweed spread out. The side dishes include Nara pickles, pickled red ginger, simmered kombu, and uguisu beans.

I bought an ekiben at Hakata Station. It was past 7:30 PM and there weren't many options left. There are two ekiben shops on the Shinkansen Hakata Station concourse, and this one still had some variety. My wife got kashiwameshi, which is typical of Kyushu. My child got kakinohazushi, which is from Nara. I got crab sushi, made by a sushi restaurant called Gozaemon Honpo in Yonago. Hakata Station's ekiben offers a variety of regional options. The crab sushi was a bit difficult to eat on the shaky Shinkansen table without a plate. It came with a plastic knife, but cutting it was challenging, and it ended up being messy. Despite that, the taste was good.