Shumai is a staple of my “skate bento” boxes. On cold days, put them in an insulated container. “Yummy!” You can see the smile of a loved one behind the rising steam. A frying pan and a ...

The most popular ekiben is undoubtedly Yokohama-based Kiyoken Co.’s “shumai” bento, which marks its 70th anniversary this year. According to company officials, about 27,000 shumai bento are ...

Season 5-12 Dry Nikujaga Bento & Colorful Shumai Bento Maki uses corn kernels and edamame to wrap shumai. And from London, a bento maker whose popularity is symbolic of the rise in vegan cuisine.

Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown and investigates the secret behind keeping it delicious at room temperature. Maki makes a tri-colored karaage bento. She uses three ...

The new boxed meal "BENTO for Vegetarian" is seen. (Photo courtesy of Kiyoken Co.) YOKOHAMA -- A local food maker famed for its "shumai" Chinese meat dumpling bento meals is taking aim at vegan ...

This chain restaurant prides itself on its shumai dumplings. You can get classic steamed shumai for only ¥109 each (you must order a minimum of two), deep fried shumai (¥180) and shumai simmered ...