Kawaii Café Bento: Classic and Fun Bentos to Make at Home
By Noriko Yuko
2026 • Rock Point
Create your own quick, easy, and irresistibly cute bento box meals!
Kawaii Café Bento gives you over 50 healthy, delicious options, beautifully illustrated in a fun anime style. This inventive book brings the art of Japanese bento boxes to life with a playful twist, perfect for anyone looking to save money and enjoy a balanced, satisfying meal each day—with an extra touch of kawaii charm.
Offering recipes for both mains and sides, this book invites you to mix and match daily, using a combination of traditional and nontraditional ingredients. Adorable kawaii illustrations bring each recipe to life, making bento-making fun and accessible for seasoned cooks and newcomers alike. Learn about:
- Different types of bento boxes and accessories
- How to assemble your box
- What pantry staples to keep on hand
- Tips for planning ahead to make your morning prep a breeze
With cute and easy-to-follow recipes, there’s a bento style for everyone:
- Classic Japanese Bento
- Noodle Bento
- Sandwich Bento
- Kid Bento
- And more!
From the series that includes Kawaii Café Ramen and Kawaii Café Bubble Tea, Kawaii Café Bento features adorable illustrations designed to create a charming and whimsical cooking experience. Dive into a world of fun, flavor, and creativity that makes bento boxes a joy to prepare, eat, and share with loved ones.
Tags: $25 or less, AAPI & diaspora authors, asian, bento, Books, illustrations, japanese, lunch, Pre-Order, quirk