Kyaraben
🇯🇵 A dish from Japan
Kyaraben or charaben (キャラ弁) is a shortened form of character bento . Derived from the traditional bento box of Japan, kyaraben became a fun way to make meals for children beginning in the 1990s.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | rice, nori, vegetables, egg, small portions of meat or fish |
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| 🔥Cooking method | assembled and shaped into characters |
| 👅Flavour & style | mild, playful, varied |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | packed lunch made fun for children |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Kyaraben come from?
Kyaraben is a dish that originated in Japan.
What is Kyaraben?
Kyaraben or charaben (キャラ弁) is a shortened form of character bento . Derived from the traditional bento box of Japan, kyaraben became a fun way to make meals for children beginning in the 1990s.