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bento box

A traditional Japanese bento box with a variety of foods.

basic_info

Unicode
U+1F371
Version
Emoji 0.6
Category
Subcategory

Tags

bentoboxfood

Platform Meanings

Apple
Depicts a neatly arranged Japanese lunchbox, often with rice, fish, and vegetables.
Google
Shows a classic bento box filled with assorted Japanese dishes in separate compartments.
Twitter
Represents a Japanese-style meal box, typically containing rice, meat or fish, and side dishes.
Unicode Official
A bento box, a single-portion takeout or home-packed meal common in Japanese cuisine.

Introduction

The 🍱 Bento Box emoji represents a traditional Japanese meal served in a compartmentalized container. It typically includes rice, a protein such as fish or meat, and an assortment of pickled or cooked vegetables. This emoji is commonly used to convey Japanese food, homemade meals, lunchtime, or healthy eating. People often use it when discussing meal prep, sharing photos of their lunches, or expressing excitement about Japanese cuisine. It can also symbolize balance and variety in a meal, reflecting the aesthetic and practical design of bento boxes. The emoji may evoke feelings of comfort, nostalgia, or cultural appreciation, especially among those familiar with East Asian culinary traditions.

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What is Emoji?

Emoji are pictographic symbols originating from Japan that have become a universal digital language. They can be used across various platforms and applications to express emotions, objects, activities, and concepts. The Unicode standard defines thousands of emoji and continues to expand.

Last Updated: 2026-06-04✓ Expert Verified
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