Turn your lunch breaks into delicious homemade meals with this traditional Japanese bento
Discover the traditional Japanese bento, an essential accessory to transform your lunch breaks into true homemade meals. Inspired by Japanese traditions, this light wooden bento is not only practical, but also aesthetically pleasing.
The Japanese bento was created in the early 1200s and became popular during the Meiji period (1868-1912). It became the must-have accessory for travelers on the newly created railway lines. With it, they could carry and consume their own food, which was particularly convenient for long journeys.
This light wooden Japanese bento consists of two tiers, one of which is divided into two compartments. This allows you to fill your bento with three different types of food to create a complete and balanced meal. Plus, the small fabric bags that come with it are adorned with a fan motif called “sensu,” adding a touch of traditional refinement.
- Traditional Japanese bento
- Dimensions: 19 x 10 x 9.8 cm
- The package includes a bento box, a sensu motif bag, a pair of chopsticks, a fork, and a spoon accompanied by their matching sensu case
Here are our tips to make the most of your traditional bento:
💯 Adjusts to your appetite: Thanks to its compartments, the bento box adjusts to your appetite. You can fill it according to your hunger and decide whether to consume your food together or separately.
💯 Airtight closure: The bento box has an airtight closure that allows you to find your food just as you arranged it. It keeps the food at room temperature. However, avoid putting it in the microwave and prefer suitable tableware.
💯 Complete and balanced meal: A complete and balanced meal requires different types and proportions of food. By following the 40% carbohydrates, 30% protein, 20% vegetables, and 10% fruits rule, you can easily compose your next lunch box.
💯 Perfect gift idea: If you’re looking for a gift idea for holidays or a birthday, the traditional Japanese bento is perfect. Discover our various models in our bento collection and find the lunch box that suits your desires.
