This recipe for spring rolls, or "harumaki," may not be authentic—or at least, not authentically Chinese. It's authentically Japanese-Chinese, or "chuuka"—Chinese dishes that were introduced to Japan mostly in the late 19th to 20th centuries.
Kyarabenist.jp works to foster a love of "kyaraben," or character bento.
We sent our reporter out with ¥500 and a mission: go get lunch, and bring back change. He found what he was looking for in Taito Ward.
Bento can be found everywhere in Japan, from convenience stores and railway stations to upscale department stores. But where did they come from?
It has to do with the contents and packing style, but it has to do with the feelings of the packer as well.
How many wookiees can you fit in a lunch box?
There are many different types of bento boxes that vary in shape and material, each with its own unique history.
Here are a few bento books that we think you’ll find helpful and inspiring!
