Japan might have a reputation for being high-tech, but it’s still got a lot to learn when it comes to unsupervised shopping.
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There’s only one station in Japan where you can find these canned versions of famous boxed lunches.
An ordinary bento store by Japanese standards is gaining popularity with international tourists.
Mr. Sato tries the ultimate in luxurious noriben and equates it to a microcosm of the universe.
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If you’ve ever wished that there was just a little bit more of a certain side dish in your lunch, you’ll absolutely love these bento bargains.
The new containers have already been rolled out at store locations in Japan’s northernmost prefecture Hokkaido.
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