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Just Bento

Just Bento

All About Just Bento
Just Bento is dedicated to the subject of healthy, simple bento lunches, some traditionally Japanese, some not so traditional. The focus is on bento for health- and weight-conscious adults, but many of the recipes and methods are applicable to bento for all ages. Established in October 2007, this is the sister site to Just Hungry, perhaps the best known Japanese recipe blog on the internet.
Rainy Day Fun with Japanese Egg Molds

Rainy Day Fun with Japanese Egg Molds

Looking for a little pick-me-up indoors activity on a rainy day? Why not add some adorable fun to your eggs!

Sushi Roll Bento

Sushi Roll Bento

Learn how to make a simple sushi roll bento—and more importantly, how to roll sushi without a sushi mat!

All About Ekiben

All About Ekiben

Much more than dull meals to fill up hungry travelers, the best ekiben provide a small window into the regional cuisine and culture of the place where they're produced.

10 Rules for Good Bento

10 Rules for Good Bento

JustBento's Makiko Itoh shares the philosophy that guides her daily bento life.

Where to Buy Bento Accessories in Japan

Where to Buy Bento Accessories in Japan

While the period before the start of school in April is the hot time for bento purchases, you can pick materials up at any time of the year at specialty shops.

The Difference Between a Bento & a Lunch Box

The Difference Between a Bento & a Lunch Box

It has to do with the contents and packing style, but it has to do with the feelings of the packer as well.

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