Japanese Floral Bento Box Set

Bento boxes, or shokado-bento, have existed as a part of Japanese culture for centuries, originally used to pack meals for travel. This mid-century Japanese bento box features a striking black exterior adorned with a traditional scarlet and gold floral pattern. Furthermore, the box’s vibrant red interior creates a rich contrast to its ebony exterior. Made of durable plastic (typical of postwar design), the piece exemplifies the era's embrace of new materials and production techniques, while simultaneously maintaining traditional Japanese aesthetic values.

Year: Late 20th century

Material: Plastic

Dimensions: W 8 1/2 x D 8 1/2 x H 6 3/4 in