Learning Lunch: "shojin ryouri” Bento for Temple Monks

Bentos have a long history in Japan from the tradtional: Makunouchi Bento (served in elegant lacquered boxes), to Ekiben (Railway station) Bentos to, Konbini (convenience store) Bentos. Dive into a world 300 years ago when the temple monks focused on portable, vegetarian meals which did not involve the killing of animals. The FIRST vegetarian and vegan bentos were born here. Full Lunch included with water and special gift!