I purchased a nori bento from "Ichinoya Noriben" near the grooming salon where my beloved dog visits for grooming on Saturday lunch. I arrived at the opening time of 11:00 am, so I was able to purchase it without having to wait in line. The nori bento was delicious, with perfectly balanced rice and side dishes. Thank you for the wonderful meal! Nori bento from Ichinoya Noriben on Yasukuni Street Main Store costs 1,050 yen. The premium pickled plum costs 270 yen (sold separately), and the clam soup costs 120 yen (sold separately).

A little bit of luxury! Today, I had work near Kudan. I decided to try a high-end seaweed bento that I had been curious about for a while. Seaweed bento ¥1080- Braised pork (additional side dish) ¥390- Tartar sauce (recommended) ¥50- I wanted to eat it at a nearby park, but it was over 30°C, so I enjoyed it in the air-conditioned car. The overall taste is on the rich side, but it's good for this time of year. Among them, I particularly liked the miso-grilled chicken. Next time, I might try a slightly more expensive "seasonal bento"!

I had been curious about this popular place for a while, so I lined up around 10:45 for the 11 o'clock opening. It was good that I lined up early because there was already a line forming before opening! The side dishes in the bento were all delicious with excellent seasoning, and the chikuwa tempura and white fish fry were surprisingly crispy for a bento! The rice was also delicious with a good balance of bonito flakes and seaweed. It has become one of my favorite bento boxes!

Working on a holiday. I learned about this nori bento from wine-san's review, found out that the main store is located in my work area, and that they are open on weekends as well. I walked bravely past the onions of Nippon Budokan. Along Chidorigafuchi, quite a steep slope. Sweating a lot. The large white noren is a typical Japanese storefront. The handwritten "nori bento" on the noren. Upon entering, the counter only had the nori bento neatly displayed. To be precise, there were other options available, but I couldn't see anything else. The lady mentioned that there are premium bento boxes available, with additions like Nishikyo-yaki. But being a first-timer, I decided to go for the standard option, staying true to my status and grounding myself... or rather, stepping onto a different ground to enjoy the standard. "Would you like some tartar sauce?" Of course, the only answer is yes. Tartar sauce is a must for white fish fry. It's not just manners, it's a tradition. Nori Bento + Tartar Sauce ¥1,080 + ¥50 (excluding tax) The golden shining side dishes. Delicious things are mostly brown... no, golden. Rice, barley - Niigata's Shin no Koku, Mochi barley Nori - Seto Inland Sea, drifting Chikuwa - Isobe-age from Shimanto River, Aonori from Miyagi's Shibukami City, Bamboo ring from Chicken thigh meat - Matsusaka, Miso sauce marinated multiple times. Egg - marinated overnight in a secret sauce, half-cooked. Vegetables - Kinpira gobou with sesame oil. Fish - White fish fry. Bonito flakes - One-hook caught Katsuo from Kagoshima. The nori sandwiches the rice from top and bottom, creating a two-tiered structure, with bonito flakes sprinkled on top, creating an amazing combination of sea and mountain delights. It's delicious even without side dishes. The main white fish is unidentified, but the full contact with tartar sauce is intense. And hidden underneath was a hidden treasure. The half-cooked egg. A knockout from the counter. The long and large Isobe-age Chikuwa stretches from one end of the bento box to the other. A luxurious nori bento indeed. Both the rice and side dishes. If you're in the neighborhood, this is a must-visit spot. A bit pricey, though. Thank you for the meal. It was a delicious nori bento.

While wandering around the basement food section of Seibu Ikebukuro looking for dinner, I came across a place called Ichinoya selling seaweed bento boxes that I had been curious about. They are currently offering a limited-time pop-up shop starting today. I heard that they use high-quality ingredients in all their dishes, from the side dishes to the rice. I took it home and warmed it up in the microwave for a minute as the lady in front of me had recommended. Each piece was delicious and I enjoyed it thoroughly. Thank you for the meal♪

【Purchased Item】Seaweed bento box 【Visit Date】Around 5:00 PM on Sunday 【Crowdedness and Shop Impression】One group of customers ahead 【Item Impression】In a word, it was very delicious. All the side dishes went well with the rice and I finished them quickly.

I was drawn in by the appearance of the store without any prior knowledge and decided to purchase the regular bento for 1000 yen instead of the seasonal limited edition for 1800 yen. I enjoyed it on a bench near Chidorigafuchi. All the side dishes were delicious. The white fish was fluffy and perfect. The bamboo shoot had a good scent of the sea. I just looked it up and found out that there are various locations in Tokyo, so I will definitely go buy it again!

I enjoyed freshly made bento from a seaweed shop near Yasukuni Shrine. The thick and juicy white fish fry had a perfect balance of salt in the seasoning. Despite the overall rich flavor, it didn't get boring. After the white fish fry, I savored a large grilled chicken skewer, which was tender and juicy, incredibly delicious. Beneath the chicken meat was a half-cooked egg waiting. The richness of the egg's flavor paired perfectly with the rice. The most memorable dish was the tempura seaweed. The crispy coating melted in my mouth, revealing a chewy texture. The fresh aroma of seaweed was invigorating, and the fish cake was very tender. The portions I bought for a late-night snack did not taste as good after microwaving, as the ingredients became mushy. Next time, I will try eating them without reheating.

I came across a clean and elegant looking restaurant where I had no idea about the prices or how to order, but I couldn't resist going in because they had seaweed rice balls. I ended up buying two for lunch and dinner, and was shocked by the total at the cashier. When I got home and opened the bag, I found it unusually heavy. Inside were two seaweed rice balls, but they were packed full. The egg, pickles, and chicken were all incredibly delicious.

A carefully crafted seaweed bento box from Ichinoya. Rice: Niigata's new crop mochi barley: Appetizing, textured, and nutritious seaweed: Seto Inland Sea floating egg: Source of energy, superbly half-cooked vegetables: Beauty and dietary fiber pickles: Uonuma-produced simmered fish soy sauce, traditional Nosawa pickles meat: Matsusaka specialty chicken thigh meat seared twice or thrice with superb miso sauce fried: Nori is Aonori, Chikurin, Isobe fried fish: Plump and thick, fried at low temperature with emphasis on fire color soy sauce: Kanto's main barrel-brewed 226's proud dashi soy sauce bonito flakes: Kagoshima-produced single line fishing, the only treasure of umami. A seaweed bento box packed with carefully selected ingredients. The combination of moist rice, bonito flakes, and seaweed truly shines. It was an energizing seaweed bento box.

I had heard rumors about this restaurant for a while. My main purpose for the day was to go to a pastry shop called Gondola near this restaurant, along Yasukuni Street, as requested by my wife. As it happened, I arrived in Kudan around 11:30 am, just in time. Even though I wasn't asked to, I decided to stop by this restaurant since it was so close. I called ahead and placed an order to pick up. There were only two other customers in the restaurant at that time, probably because it was before the lunch rush. I was able to pay using my train pass, which was convenient. I paid ¥1,080 for each item. The location is at the corner of Yasukuni Street and Uchibori Street, a prominent spot near the intersection. The primary customers are likely office workers or residents in the surrounding area. I parked my car along Uchibori Street, where I wouldn't get a parking ticket, and quickly made my purchase. The sign with black kanji characters on a white background reading "Nori Bento" is quite eye-catching, even to those who are not interested. When I got home, my wife and I enjoyed the meal. Hmm, good! This bento box is well thought out in terms of ingredients and flavors, all condensed into a ¥1,000 meal. The chicken thigh meat, marinated in miso sauce and grilled, was delicious and impactful. The fried white fish was light and tender. The kinpira was perfectly seasoned. There was even a bit of pickled vegetables, which was a nice touch. Underneath all these ingredients were seaweed and rice, layered in two levels. The rice portion was just right, balancing out the whole meal. If you dig into the two layers of rice, you'll find a marinated egg seasoned with miso sauce and sprinkled with bonito flakes, which was also delicious. According to the disclaimer on the lid of the bento box, each ingredient, including rice, barley, seaweed, egg, vegetables (kinpira), pickles (pickled vegetables), meat (chicken thigh), tempura, fish (fried white fish), dashi soy sauce, and bonito flakes, is carefully selected for its origin and brand. Not only is the bento box sold, but it also comes with an explanatory note to appeal to the buyer. Recently, there seems to be a trend of "nori bento," but the way this restaurant makes and sells their nori bento stands out as one of the best in the group, in my opinion. It was a satisfying and delicious meal. Thank you for the feast.

The weather is nice and warm, and the cherry blossoms are blooming more and more. I wanted to try the 1000 yen nori bento that I pass by every morning, so I decided to eat it at the Yasukuni Shrine. The famous nori bento for 1080 yen includes miso-grilled chicken, white fish fry, burdock kinpira, pickled rapeseed greens, half-cooked egg (half), and chikuwa tempura. It is packed in a box with rice, topped with bonito flakes, and covered with nori on the top and bottom of the rice. The details of each ingredient are listed on the back of the box. Indeed, everything is delicious. The balance between the side dishes and rice is good, and the portion is satisfying. I'm glad I tried it. The location is also great. But you know, I don't think I need a 1000 yen bento. Sorry.

I tried requesting a bento box from a restaurant called "Ichinoya" that I've been curious about during my lunch break. The Nori Bento costs ¥1,080. When I opened the lid, I was surprised to find no seaweed even though it's called a Nori Bento. However, once I moved aside the various fish, fried foods, and meat, I discovered the high-quality seaweed on the second layer. The price is justified by the deliciousness of the food, with a luxurious aroma and taste in the seaweed, light and flavorful fried foods, and meat that is not heavy on the stomach. Considering the abundance of delicious bento boxes at stations like Tokyo and Shinagawa, some of which cost over ¥1,000, this price is reasonable. I hope they start selling this bento box at train stations as well. Thank you for the meal!

I tried the high-end seaweed bento with fried oysters. It was indeed delicious, but the seaweed underneath the rice became soggy and stuck to the bottom of the bento box. Having two layers is nice, but I would prefer the seaweed on the top or in the middle. Also, it's a bit disappointing that tartar sauce is always an additional cost. Considering the price, it would be nice if it was included.

Due to some circumstances, there seems to be a trend of comparing and trying out different mini seaweed bento boxes with a 2-day difference. The number of seaweed bento boxes available has increased, possibly due to the intentions of the operators to create a trend. There is a specialty store that only sells seaweed bento for 1000 yen each. Being located right in front of Yasukuni Shrine may cater to the needs of certain groups. Although it may be a bit pricey for daily workers, the ingredients used seem to be of good quality. The most concerning aspect was the rice, as Niigata's Shin no Koku rice has large and delicious grains, but the impression changes when it cools down. It may not be the best rice suited for bento boxes. The bento box includes double layers of seaweed, large fish cake, fried fish, and pickled vegetables. The chicken was a bit tough, even though it wasn't from a parent bird. Overall, the taste was satisfying.

With a focus on each ingredient, the menu consists of standard nori bento and a slightly high-end nori bento made with seasonal ingredients. On this day, the high-end line was sold out, so I purchased the standard nori bento. The side dishes were quite abundant, providing a satisfying experience! When it comes to nori bento, Fukumameya in Koriyama is famous. The side dishes are simple, but you can fully enjoy the deliciousness of the rice and seaweed, so for those who like Ichinoya's nori bento, I recommend trying Fukumameya's nori bento available at the Matsuri in Tokyo Station!

The regular department store bento is actually tastier. Why do people think that buying from a place like this is better than the department store? I don't really understand. After all, it's just a bento, so it should be assumed that it will be eaten after some time. The side dishes aren't tasty, the white fish has thick breading, the chicken is tough, and the rice is dry and not delicious. Or maybe this time was just a fluke? The content is completely different from the reviews. First of all, even though it looks like they're particular about quality, the tartar sauce they sell separately is from Kewpie, so they should be more considerate.

I passed by and there was still some left, so I got the autumn seaweed bento. It's priced at 1500 yen for this size, so it's quite expensive. The box looks simple, but that's intentional. It's an old-fashioned, ordinary box. However, there is a description of the ingredients on the back, which is very good. Each piece is carefully made and tastes good. It's filled with plenty of ingredients, and the balance of ingredients is good. Overall, it was very delicious.

While walking near Yasukuni Street, I came across a charming bento shop that looked delicious, so I decided to stop by. The nori bento itself costs 1000 yen. It is a bit pricey, but the taste was definitely worth it. You can add toppings for an additional charge, making it a tasty and enjoyable bento that never gets boring.

In this day and age, I am constantly amazed by the changing landscape of the business world and the new opportunities that arise. Recently, I was surprised to discover a specialized seaweed bento shop just across the street from Yasukuni Shrine. It has been open for a year already, and I had no idea until now. Despite the long-lasting pandemic, I try to walk as much as possible after work, avoiding Jimbocho Station and walking two stops to Ichigaya Station. I pass by this shop every day without noticing, which is a bit frustrating. Seaweed bentos are quite popular among enthusiasts, and this shop confidently offers only one option - a seaweed bento priced at 1,000 yen. They do not have any pre-made bentos, and they close at 6 pm. The shop exudes a sense of tradition, which seems to be part of their modern business strategy. If you are curious about the slightly upscale taste and whether it is worth the price, I recommend stopping by to try it out.