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The Japanese are masters of bento, which has inspired many a parent. Bloggers such as La Fuji Mama and Little Japan Mama have some fantastic posts on traditional Japanese bento lunches. For beginners, try this recipe from Bento Monsters. Basically, these are sandwich rolls made with flattened sandwich bread and filled with chicken curry. Note how the sandwich rolls are dressed up with fun faces, accompanied by a few traditional bento touches.