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Bento (Lunch Boxes)
A full meal in a box — fresh, filling, and great value!
What is a Bento?
A bento (お弁当) is a Japanese meal in a box. It usually has rice, a main dish (like chicken or fish), and side dishes. 7-Eleven bento boxes are made fresh every day and delivered twice daily. Most cost between ¥398 – ¥700 — a great deal for a full meal!
⚠️ Note: Products and prices vary by region and season. The items below are examples of current products available across Japan.
A bento (お弁当) is a Japanese meal in a box. It usually has rice, a main dish (like chicken or fish), and side dishes. 7-Eleven bento boxes are made fresh every day and delivered twice daily. Most cost between ¥398 – ¥700 — a great deal for a full meal!
⚠️ Note: Products and prices vary by region and season. The items below are examples of current products available across Japan.
🌟 Popular Bento Boxes
⭐ Popular
📍 Kanto
チキンかつ弁当
Chicken Katsu Bento
Crispy chicken cutlet bento — packed with the rich, juicy flavor of the meat. Rice + sides included.
⭐ Popular
📍 Kanto
おかずが主役 ハンバーグ＆唐揚げ弁当
Hamburg & Fried Chicken Bento
Two popular toppings in one box! Juicy hamburger steak + crispy fried chicken. Very filling!
📍 West Japan
THE 唐揚げ弁当
THE Karaage Bento
Juicy garlic soy-marinated fried chicken paired with yakisoba noodles. Bold and satisfying flavors!
📍 Hokkaido
ハンバーグ弁当
Hamburg Steak Bento
Hamburg steak with a Japanese-style sauce made from grated daikon radish and onion. Light and tasty!
🍚 Rice Bowls (Donburi)
💰 Budget
📍 Wide Area
スタミナ玉子飯
Stamina Egg Rice Bowl
Rice bowl topped with garlicky egg sauce. Simple, hearty, and very affordable — great value!
✨ Special
📍 Nationwide
銀座デリー監修 チキンコルマカレー
Ginza Delhi Chicken Korma Curry
A rich chicken korma curry supervised by the famous Ginza Delhi restaurant. Caramelized onions + 10 spices!
💡 Tip: Bento boxes are kept in the refrigerator section. They are cold — but most need to be heated before eating!
The staff will offer to heat it at the register. Just nod when they say "atatame masuka?" (温めますか？)
🔥 How To Heat Your Bento
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Bring your bento to the register. The staff will ask "atatame masuka?" — it means "Do you want it heated?"
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Say "Yes" or just nod. The staff will put it in the microwave for you — no extra charge!
3
Wait about 1–2 minutes. Your hot bento is ready. Chopsticks and wet napkins are near the register.
ℹ️ Self-Service Microwave: Some stores also have a microwave near the entrance for self-service.
Look for a sign that says 電子レンジ (denshi renji) — just ask at the counter if you're not sure!
💴 Price Guide
🍱 Budget (simple rice bowl)¥398 – ¥500
e.g. Stamina Egg Bowl, basic donburi
🍱 Standard (rice + main + sides)¥500 – ¥650
e.g. Hamburg Bento, Chicken Katsu Bento
🍱 Premium (special / restaurant collab)¥650 – ¥760
e.g. Ginza Delhi Curry, special edition bento
❓ Quick Q&A
⏰ Is there an expiry time on bento?
Yes! Every bento has a "best before" time printed on the label (消費期限). Always check it. 7-Eleven delivers fresh bento twice a day, so you'll usually find fresh stock.
❄️ Can I eat it without heating?
You can, but warm is much better! Cold rice becomes hard and less tasty. Heating is always recommended and free at the register.
🌿 Are there vegetarian bento options?
Vegetarian options are limited at convenience stores. Most bento contain meat or fish. Look for egg-based bowls, or try onigiri (rice balls) and salads instead.
📍 Why can't I find a specific product?
7-Eleven Japan sells different products in different regions (prefectures). If you can't find a product shown here, it may not be available in your area — try another item!
Product info: sej.co.jp — Products and prices may vary by region and season.