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The Best Episodes of BENTO EXPO Season 9

Every episode of BENTO EXPO Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of BENTO EXPO Season 9!

Bento, or lunchbox, is a fun slice of Japanese food culture that more people around the world are sharing. Healthy and delicious foods are beautifully and creatively presented. This NHK series features demonstrations and advice

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 1 - Sweet Chili Chicken Tatsuta Bento & Curry Chicken Salad Sandwich
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    #1 - Sweet Chili Chicken Tatsuta Bento & Curry Chicken Salad Sandwich

    S9:E1

    Today: health-conscious bentos with Marc and special guest Takahashi Yoshiro, a chef and athlete. Together, they make two protein-rich chicken bentos. From Hyogo Prefecture, bentos featuring Tajima beef.

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  2. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 2 - Citrus Teriyaki Pork Bento & Pork Kimchi Don Bento
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    #2 - Citrus Teriyaki Pork Bento & Pork Kimchi Don Bento

    S9:E2

    Today: health-conscious bentos with Marc and special guest Takahashi Yoshiro, a chef and athlete. Together, they make two flavorful pork bentos. From Thailand, a homemade bento for a boat captain.

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  3. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 3 - Morioka Jajamen Bento & Soba Inari Bento
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    #3 - Morioka Jajamen Bento & Soba Inari Bento

    S9:E3

    Today: a special episode focusing on Iwate Prefecture in northeastern Japan. We meet local Uyghur and Vietnamese bento makers. Maki and Marc make noodle-based bentos inspired by Iwate.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 4 - Pork Ketchup Bento & Glazed Tofu Bento
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    #4 - Pork Ketchup Bento & Glazed Tofu Bento

    S9:E4

    Today: bentos with Marc and special guest Watanabe Akiko, a popular bento maker. They each use ketchup in their fun and easy recipes. From Shodoshima, a warigo bento for watching farmer's kabuki.

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  5. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 5 - Tamagoyaki Five-color Bento & Scallion Pancake Bento (Negiyaki)
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    #5 - Tamagoyaki Five-color Bento & Scallion Pancake Bento (Negiyaki)

    S9:E5

    Today: colorful and tasty bentos with Marc and special guest Nozaki Hiromitsu, a legendary chef of Japanese cuisine. From the Yatsugatake Mountains, a bento with fresh highland vegetables.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 6 - Caramelized Beef (Shigure-ni) Bento & Beef Onigirazu Bento
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    #6 - Caramelized Beef (Shigure-ni) Bento & Beef Onigirazu Bento

    S9:E6

    Today: bentos with Marc and special guest Nozaki Hiromitsu, a legendary chef of Japanese cuisine. Their bentos feature beef shigure-ni. From Kagoshima Prefecture, a sweet potato tempura bento.

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  7. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 7 - Umeboshi Chicken Bento & Ume-shiso Chicken Sandwich Bento
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    #7 - Umeboshi Chicken Bento & Ume-shiso Chicken Sandwich Bento

    S9:E7

    Today: a special episode focusing on scenic Wakayama Prefecture. We meet local bento makers from Malaysia, Poland and Indonesia. Maki and Marc make bentos using umeboshi, a Wakayama specialty.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 8 - Tofu Dengaku (Miso-glazed Crispy Tofu) Bento & Teriyaki Tortilla Bento
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    #8 - Tofu Dengaku (Miso-glazed Crispy Tofu) Bento & Teriyaki Tortilla Bento

    S9:E8

    Today: a look at some popular bentos posted to our website. Maki and Marc make savory bentos perfect for an autumn picnic. From Bali in Indonesia, a tasty and protein-rich tempeh bento.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 9 - Miso Tamagoyaki Bento & Miso-marinated Cod (Saikyo-yaki) Bento
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    #9 - Miso Tamagoyaki Bento & Miso-marinated Cod (Saikyo-yaki) Bento

    S9:E9

    Today: part one of a special two-part series focusing on timeless Kyoto. Marc visits cooking expert Sugimoto Setsuko. Together, the pair make bentos featuring Kyoto specialty shiro miso.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 10 - Koyadofu and Chicken Teriyaki Bento & Koyadofu and Matsutake Rice Bento
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    #10 - Koyadofu and Chicken Teriyaki Bento & Koyadofu and Matsutake Rice Bento

    S9:E10

    Today: part two of a special two-part series focusing on timeless Kyoto. Marc visits cooking expert Sugimoto Setsuko. Together, the pair make bentos featuring koyadofu, a dried tofu.

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  11. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 11 - Chakin-zushi (Omelet-wrapped Sushi) Bento & Stuffed Pepper Bento
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    #11 - Chakin-zushi (Omelet-wrapped Sushi) Bento & Stuffed Pepper Bento

    S9:E11

    Today: Marc prepares bentos with cooking expert Yanagihara Naoyuki, a chef of Japanese cuisine. Together, the pair make two festive-looking bentos perfect for the holiday season.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 12 - Soba Sushi Roll Bento & Colorful Spring Roll Bento
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    #12 - Soba Sushi Roll Bento & Colorful Spring Roll Bento

    S9:E12

    Today: Marc prepares bentos with cooking expert Yanagihara Naoyuki, a chef of Japanese cuisine. Together, the pair make colorful bentos featuring a soba roll and spring rolls.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 13 - Fried Tofu Patty (Ganmodoki) Bento & Unagi-style Eggplant (Unagi Modoki) Bento
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    #13 - Fried Tofu Patty (Ganmodoki) Bento & Unagi-style Eggplant (Unagi Modoki) Bento

    S9:E13

    Today: Marc prepares bentos with guest chef Ozaki Fumie. She's an expert in shojin ryori, a type of vegetarian cuisine. Together, the pair make two plant-based bentos inspired by Japanese favorites.

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  14. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 14 - Soy Meat Kara-age Bento & Tofu Teriyaki Bento
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    #14 - Soy Meat Kara-age Bento & Tofu Teriyaki Bento

    S9:E14

    Today: Marc prepares bentos with guest chef Ozaki Fumie. She's an expert in shojin ryori, a type of vegetarian cuisine. Together, the pair make two protein-rich bentos featuring soy-based foods.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 15 - Jibuni-style Simmered Duck Bento & Crabstick Croquette Bento
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    #15 - Jibuni-style Simmered Duck Bento & Crabstick Croquette Bento

    S9:E15

    Today: a special episode focusing on scenic Ishikawa Prefecture. We meet local bento makers from Malaysia, Indonesia, China, and France. Maki and Marc make bentos using Ishikawa specialties.

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  16. BENTO EXPO Season 9 Episode 16 - Ginger Pork Teriyaki Bento & Wrap-n-roll Pork Bento
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    #16 - Ginger Pork Teriyaki Bento & Wrap-n-roll Pork Bento

    S9:E16

    Today: our final episode! We introduce viewer bentos. Maki makes a cute "wrap-n-roll" bento. Marc makes a bento with ginger pork. From Kasama in Ibaraki, an inari-zushi bento. Thanks for watching!

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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Sweet Chili Chicken Tatsuta Bento & Curry Chicken Salad Sandwich" is the best rated episode of "BENTO EXPO" season 9. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/26/2024. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Citrus Teriyaki Pork Bento & Pork Kimchi Don Bento".