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How to Make Osaka-Style Okonomiyaki at Home (Video + Step-by-Step)
How to Make Osaka-Style Okonomiyaki at Home (Video + Step-by-Step)
Craving a savory Japanese pancake? Learn how to make authentic Osaka-style okonomiyaki at home with our Bento&co Okonomiyaki Set. This step-by-step guide covers ingredients, cooking tips, and tasty variations —... Read more...
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How to Choose the Right Size Bento Box
Not sure what size bento box you need? This guide breaks down how to choose the right volume based on calories, lifestyle, and packing habits—plus a quick-reference chart! Read more...
Wooden oval bento box filled with minced meat, eggs and edamame opened on a colorful furoshiki
How to Pack a Bento Box: 5 Easy Steps to Build a Beautiful Lunch
Packing a healthy, beautiful bento takes more than just good ingredients; it’s an art! Join us as we share some of our favorite tips to help you get started on... Read more...
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How to Choose a Bento Box: A Guide for Every Lunch Style
When it comes to bento boxes, it's definitely NOT one-size-fits-all. We unpack the benefits and disadvantages of different sizes, shapes and materials for Japanese bento boxes. We'll help you choose... Read more...
Furikake sprinkled on top of sliced chicken sitting in a place on a bed of lettuce
Not Just for Rice! Furikake, our Favorite Japanese Cooking Hack
How do YOU use furikake? Our Bento&co community has shared their favorite ways to use this umami-packed seasoning—on everything from onigiri and salads to breakfast toast and popcorn. These ideas... Read more...
4 folded furoshiki on a white table
What Size Furoshiki Should I Choose?
With different size categories, it can be confusing to know which size furoshiki is best for your needs! We break it all down here and introduce some furoshiki uses you... Read more...
Person looking at a Kokeshi doll shaped bento box in a bento box shop
Bento Boxes 101 - The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Lunch Boxes
Discover everything you need to know about bento boxes—from their origins in Japan to how to choose the perfect one for your lifestyle and start packing your own. Read more...
Six onigiri rice balls with various toppings on top of a plastic mold
How to Make Rice More Fun: Onigiri Molds, Furikake, and Bento Accessories
Not a fan of plain white rice? Discover how to use rice molds, furikake rice seasonings and other bento accessories to make it more fun and flavorful! Read more...
Black bento box with yellow cats and golden wave on a wooden desk
The 10 Best Bento Boxes of 2025
Looking for the perfect Japanese bento box in 2025? Whether you're packing healthy lunches for work, prepping meals for school, or embracing a more sustainable way to eat on the... Read more...
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Kyoto: Your Essential Guide to Buy Authentic Japanese Cookware and Kitchen Tools
Discover the best shops in Kyoto for Japanese food enthusiasts that want the best tools in their kitchens. Prepare your shopping before coming so you can bring a little bit... Read more...
Several pairs of wooden chopsticks aligned on a wooden table
Chopsticks 101: The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Chopsticks
Discover our complete guide for Japanese chopsticks. Learn how to choose the right chopsticks for you according to their material, size, and usage and master Japanese chopsticks etiquette to enjoy... Read more...
Hello Kitty shaped butter cookies on a white plate
Fun and Easy Japanese Snack Ideas for Kids (That You’ll Enjoy Too!)
Your kids are bored with the same old snack options? Offer them something new with Japanese treats, new flavors and funny shapes. In this article, we five you 4 ideas... Read more...