Today, many people around the world know what Bento is. Originally a Japanese word, referring to a single-portioned packed meal, often filled with food of various colours, and looking like a jewel box. Packed with love and consideration for the person who eats the bento, it is a reflection of Japanese culture. 

The history of bento dates back to the Yayoi period (circa 300 BCE to 300 CE), where traces of onigiri/omusubi were found, In the 12th century, samurai government officials took their bento to work, and there is also evidence to show that bento became more common during the Edo period (1603-1868), where commoners also carried their bento to work. The bento culture flourished alongside Japanese culture, and more and more people ate bento during their leisure time, such as when they went to view beautiful cherry blossoms, boating, or visiting temples and shrines. Today, bento is an integral part of Japanese culinary culture. 

Our BENTOs are created by chefs who are avid students of this history and tradition. By utilising their historical knowledge, along with their superb culinary skills, they create bento which is both creative and unique. Enjoy the mouth-watering culinary delight of bento, carefully fashioned into a small lunch-box.