Japanese Home Cook Shares Daily Bento Box Creation

A Japanese home cook, known online as "chika," recently shared a glimpse into her daily routine, showcasing the meticulous preparation of a vibrant two-color soboro bento box for her boyfriend. The video, uploaded on May 23, 2025, details the step-by-step process of assembling the meal, which includes seasoned ground meat and fluffy scrambled eggs arranged over rice. Accompanying the main dish were several homemade side dishes: a creamy potato salad, stir-fried komatsuna with fried tofu, and a savory lotus root and carrot kinpira. A distinctive and charming element of the bento was the inclusion of two octopus-shaped sausages, a popular decorative item in Japanese lunchboxes. The creator noted these were a "debut" for her in bento making, adding a playful touch to the meal. The video, set to an upbeat musical backdrop, highlights the care and creativity involved in preparing home-cooked meals in Japan. It has garnered significant attention within its niche, accumulating over 10,200 views and 196 likes since its upload.

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23歳彼氏に作る「2色そぼろ弁当」　豪華な出来栄えに見惚れる コメント欄「2色弁当最強ですよね」の声 | LIMO | くらしとお金の経済メディア

日本が世界に誇る「bento」。SNS上でも手作り弁当の投稿が時に注目を集めます。今回は「@_chiii_913」さんがTikTokに投稿した「2色そぼろ弁当」をご紹介します。