For those who like to play with their food, the Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles and Bento USA are having a cute bento character contest. So get your penguin rice molds, bear head sandwich ...

Charaben culture Link Copied! Bento boxes are a integral part of lunch culture in Japan, but the practice of preparing a balanced meal has evolved into something "charaben" -- character bento boxes.

Who says lunch can't be delicious and fun? Mike Kravanis creates a different lunch box every day inspired by his favorite Disney characters. Start Over Published on Published on Published on See More ...

A little rice, some Japanese-style hamburger and a deep love of geeky subject matter have turned bento box blogger AnnaTheRed into an accidental internet star. Inspired by sci-fi, anime and videogames ...