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More Than Playing with Food: The Commitment Behind Character Bento (Kyaraben)
Character bento (kyaraben) may look playful, but behind every cute bite is real commitment—early mornings, careful prep, and daily creativity. Whether for your child or your own lunch, it's a way to show care and pride. And with a stacked wooden bento box, each layer becomes a small surprise. As school starts, are you ready for this kind of joy? 🍱 Shop handmade bento box!
mikster
Aug 33 min read
BEYOND BENTO at Fukuoka Design Award - Rethinking traditional Japanese wood bento box.
BEYOND BENTO at Fukuoka Design Award - a design project for a traditional Japanese wood bento box.
mikster
Mar 8, 20244 min read
Beyond Wooden Bento Boxes, Unique Bentwood Objects
Beyond Wooden Bento Boxes, Unique Bentwood Objects made by ShibataToku. Check our gallery to view some special wood functional objects.
mikster
Jul 20, 20232 min read
An Encore Comes to an End: Wooden Bento Box of Hakata
Announcing the retirement of Mr. Taizo Morita from ShibataToku Bentwood Shop, one of the few remaining wooden bento box makers in Hakata.
mikster
Jun 13, 20235 min read
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