Bento is a traditional Japanese portion of food that typically includes rice, fish or meat, and one or several types of vegetables. They are served in special food storage boxes, which are also called "bento boxes." These boxes have several compartments for different types of food.
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Bento can vary from very simple and basic options to very decorative and artistic ones. There are special types of bento, such as kyaraben (or charaben), where the food is made and arranged to look like popular characters from cartoons, comics, etc.
Bento is often used as a portioned lunch for work, school, or picnics. They can be homemade or purchased in stores, restaurants, and specialized bento shops at train stations.
In many countries outside of Japan, the concept of bento has also become popular, and many people use bento boxes to prepare balanced portioned meals.
