One of the common themes in many of the anime shows we watch is a thing called "Bento". Bento is apparently what everyone in Japan eats for lunch. Unless they're eating Yakisoba sandwiches, of course (which are actually weird but quite good). Bento can be any of a number of things, ranging from simple finger foods (think Lunchables) to crazy Hello Kitty shaped rice balls (called "onigiri") with cheese and fruit cutout shapes. Seriously. Do a Google image search for "Bento" and see what comes up!
I have no idea how they create half the stuff they do - but I want to learn!! After digging for a bit, I've discovered shaped rice molds and cutout punches for seaweed (to make faces and such), a myriad of different bento boxes (which are really freaking cool) and TONS of other accessories. No more boring lunches for my kids! LOL
Admittedly, I'm a bit concerned about the amount of time it could possibly take to put something like this together:
... But doesn't that make lunch seem a little more entertaining?? And besides, if I'm going to take up a hobby, why not make it something sort of useful?! Now, if only I could find a nanny and housekeeper willing to work in exchange for room and Bento... :)
Bentos are sooo neat. I say I want to do them when my toddler starts school, but knowing me that won't happen. You found some very unique ones.
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LOL I know what you mean. :)
ReplyDeleteVery interesting! :)
ReplyDeleteI love making bentos and lately I've been working on a few to post on my blog. Each one is always cuter than the next!
ReplyDeleteAiko, I would love to see your finished bentos if you have photos of them up yet! I don't have nearly the time I'd like to devote to them, but I am always looking for good ideas - and fun pictures. :)
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