Oyako Donburi Bento (111)
Oyako donburi has always been a favorite dish in our household. Get the recipe for my mom's version of this easy to make chicken dish that's best served over rice.
Read MoreNew Box, No Bento
See the new bento box I got when Mr. Pikko told me I could go to Marukai while he was busy at work and read about one of my favorite take-out places to eat.
Read MoreTeri Hamburger Salad Bento (106)
A teriyaki hamburger patty is the topping for this salad, but what's this? Why does it look so disgruntled?! Check out the cover of this pretty black bento box.
Read MoreFurikake Wasabi Salmon Bento (102)
Check out the new green bento box I scored at Marukai for only $1.99 and see what yummy dish I put into it for lunch! Also, what has Colt Brennan done to his head?!?
Read More3 Bento Day & Store
Today is Admissions Day, the day that Hawaii became the 50th state. It’s also check-ins at UH Manoa which means that starting Monday,...
Read MoreLeftover Chinese Bento
Take a look at what is quite possibly the ugliest bento I have ever made. Hopefully it remains that way and I never have to have another like this to haunt me.
Read MoreKim Chee Crab Sandwich Bento
I put kim chee crab salads into so many bentos that I needed a change. What better way to mix things up than to turn a delicious crab dish into a tasty sandwich!
Read MoreStore and Slideshow
With the kids driving me crazy, I manage to get the Adventures in Bentomaking store up and running. See a cool slideshow I made of my bentos.
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My name is Crystal Watanabe and I'm 32 years old, living in Honolulu, Hawaii with my husband and two children. I have an addictive personality and that's a terrible thing when you're into cute bentos. I own over 200 bento boxes and way too many bento accessories!. 