The Taste of Spring in Japan: Beautiful Station Bento | Why I Never Sit on Japanese Trains

Returning to Tokyo on a cold, rainy night. My folding umbrella is broken, and I'm heading home after another long business trip. But even a rainy commute has its silver linings—like finding the perfect seasonal bento at the station. In this video, I share a slightly strange personal habit: why I almost always stand on Japanese trains (it involves the "warmth" of the seats!). I’ll also take you on a deep dive into a beautiful $8 Spring Bento. From the tradition of "Shiohigari" (clam foraging) to the fleeting bitterness of fresh bamboo shoots, you’ll see how deeply the Japanese people appreciate the changing seasons through food. Finally, a quick stop at Uniqlo—not for socks this time, but for a reliable umbrella to get me through the Tokyo rain. I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments: Do you prefer to sit or stand on public transport? Does a "warm seat" bother you too? Does your country have a specific "taste" for each season? Have you ever gone foraging for your own food, like clams or berries? Rainy Night Commute: Why I Stand on the Train The Search for Dinner: Benefits of a Rainy Night Unboxing the $8 Spring Bento: Art in a Box The Story of Shiohigari: Clams & Childhood Memories Seasonal Flavors: Sea Bream, Shirasu, and Bamboo Shoots Sakura Mochi: Tasting the Salted Cherry Leaf Arrival in Tokyo: The Uniqlo Umbrella Mission #Japan #SalarymanLife #Bento #JapaneseFood #TokyoRain #TravelVlog #Culture #Uniqlo #SpringInJapan #Sushi