As a longtime bento box lunch maker, I swear by this Umami Bento Lunch Box ($27, originally $40) because its multiple sections remind me to pack fruits and veggies in addition to a main meal.

Back-to-school shopping? You should know Bento Boxes are the new lunch boxes. Take a look at these kid-approved, mom-vetted Bento brands — from Bentgo to Caraway, OmieBox, and more.

Bento boxes date back to Japan’s Edo Period (1603-1868), when travelers would pack rice balls into bamboo pouches carried around the waist, according to Emiko Davies, writing in “Gohan,” her ...

To get you started on the bento box craze, read below for the best bento boxes as well as food picks, liners and other accessories to make a boring bag lunch a thing of the past. OmieBox Bento Box ...

The bistro box looks very much like the Starbucks staple, but this is so easy that you can make it at home. The only prep required here is the wrap: You'll simply layer mustard, ham, cheese, and ...

• Material: BPA-free • Design Features: Leakproof • Size: 9.2 x 7 x 2.4 inches. This bento box has an average of 4.7 stars from more than 6,680 reviewers on Amazon.

These bento-style boxes come in a variety of sizes, including a 3-compartment and a 5-compartment version that are perfect for packing balanced, healthy lunches.

We all have trusty packed lunches that get us through the week, but when they start to feel monotonous, it can be fun to put a little extra effort into your lunchbox. One way to do that is to pull ...

However, some bento-style lunch boxes may include other features, like dressing cups or insulated bowls to keep food warm. Which option to choose depends on the types of foods you tend to pack.

If you haven’t jumped on the bento box train, now’s the time. These single-portion meal organizers, originally from Japan, are a handy way to keep your child’s lunch neat and fresh, all ...