There are hundreds of videos and pictures of artfully packed school lunches, sometimes in traditional bento boxes. These expert ... Incorporate fun utensils like character-themed toothpicks ...

Today, bento boxes have diversified even more ... and kyaraben use the same method to make pictures of characters. Koraku are the Japanese equivalent of a picnic hamper, made for sharing.

In her married life, Matsuura developed an urge to make “kyara-ben” (character bento), or elaborate box lunches that feature cute characters, when her only son grew up to be a high school ...

When it comes to food presentation, the Japanese are experts. From super kawaii (cute) character bento boxes to luxurious ¥30,000 sushi courses, it’s safe to say people place great importance on looks ...