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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The package was extremely well packed, and everything I ordered is high quality and beautiful! The site explicitly states that duties will be incurred in four places, including the checkout page, so d... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I wish I would have seen this site before working with Bento&Co. The products are marked up a lot as compared to buying in Japan. Ok…. that was my choice. However, there is a very unclear indicati... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They did not clearly indicate their shipping policies. During the check out, it clearly indicated that I only had to pay $15 dollars for shipping. However, after my order delivered halfway, I got an e... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've always chosen Bento & Co as my first go-to choice when getting bento lunch boxes. I know that everything they list is of high quality and I appreciate that they always spell out exactly how large... See more

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Revolutionize your lunch with Bento&co! Directly from Japan, we offer unique bento lunch boxes, accessories, and more in a variety of styles and capacities to suit anyone. With new high quality Japanese products being added everyday, and 2-5 day express shipping available, start your bento journey now by finding the perfect bento and accessories that fits into your lifestyle. Only with Bento&co; your leading online bento retailer, based in beautiful Kyoto, Japan.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I wish I would have seen this site…

I wish I would have seen this site before working with Bento&Co. The products are marked up a lot as compared to buying in Japan. Ok…. that was my choice. However, there is a very unclear indication that you have extra taxes on shipping. It is a trap. If you want to cancel the order. They will not allow it. Steer clear. I found them to be dishonest.

21 January 2026
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Reply from Bento&co

Hi Dan,

We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience. We understand how frustrating unexpected charges can be, and we regret that you felt misled. Our goal is always to provide clear and transparent information about all potential costs, which is why we include warnings about tariffs on our website and in your order confirmation email.

We want to assure you that we accept order cancellations at any time before shipment, and we would have been happy to assist you if you had reached out to us directly. We’re committed to improving our communication to ensure all customers are fully informed before completing their purchase.

Thank you for bringing this to our attention, we value your feedback as we continue to improve.

Sincerely,
The Bento&co Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The package was extremely well packed

The package was extremely well packed, and everything I ordered is high quality and beautiful! The site explicitly states that duties will be incurred in four places, including the checkout page, so don't let the other reviews deter you! If you spend over 100 USD, the duties are paid, so I bought a box for my husband and bought accessories to make our lunches more fun.

20 January 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered from them

I ordered from them. The item was $23 and I paid $25 for shipping. AFTER I was charged, and the order shipped, I was informed that I had to pay another $22 in import fees. I contacted them and they told me that if I didn't pay the import fees, the product would be returned to them and I would not get anything refunded. This is utterly ridiculous. I hope they are stopped.

10 November 2025
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Reply from Bento&co

Dear Crystal,

We are sorry the import duty charges surprised you. They are the result of the latest tariffs rules implemented by the U.S. government, by which we unfortunately have to abide.

We warned you about them in you order confirmation email to give you the opportunity to cancel if you wanted to, and would have gladly let you do so had you reached out.

We are currently unable to charge these fees at checkout to offer you a smoother shopping experience, and we apologize for that.

We value your feedback and will keep working on our messaging to make sure these charges are clear to all customers.

Sincerely,
The Bento&co Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Pretty much a scam

They did not clearly indicate their shipping policies. During the check out, it clearly indicated that I only had to pay $15 dollars for shipping. However, after my order delivered halfway, I got an email saying I needed to pay an additional shipping fee of at least $21.8. Outrageous for an order that costes $25, not including the $12 tax fees btw.

11 October 2025
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Reply from Bento&co

Dear Brandon,

We are deeply sorry you felt scammed after shopping with us.

We try to communicate as clearly as possible about the tariffs that now apply to all U.S. orders, by warning you on the checkout page as well as on your confirmation order.

The $21.80 you had to pay are import duties (ie. tariffs), not shipping fees. At this point in time, we are unable to collect this duty at checkout to make your shopping experience more transparent, and we sincerely apologize for this.

The Bento&co Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They say they pay taxes

They say they pay taxes, but they dont.

29 September 2025
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Reply from Bento&co

Dear Kristoffer.

We are deeply sorry the explanations on our website were unclear to you. As we explained to you per email, we do not pay taxes for you: as an EU resident, we let you pay taxes online at checkout (if you purchase €150 or less of goods).

This system, called IOSS, allows for a more transparent shopping experience as you don't have to pay surprise import duties to receive your package.

We strive to offer clear communication and quality products to our customers all around the world, and will continue doing so thanks to the feedback of valued customers like you.

Sincerely,
The Bento&co Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Be aware of tariffs!!!!

I ordered a bento cover. It was $46 including shipping cost. It was a little pricy just for a bento cover but I took it. Then, it ended up to $87 in total because of tariffs. I definitely wouldn’t buy it if I knew the double price in advance. It’s not worth it! Be careful!!

24 August 2025
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Reply from Bento&co

Dear C.K.

We are deeply sorry these charges surprised you. They are the result of the latest tariffs implemented by the U.S. government that apply on all orders from outside the U.S. At this point in time, we are unfortunately unable to charge these charges at checkout.

We are doing our best to make our customers aware of these charges on our website so they can decide to go ahead with your purchase or not. We strive to offer a transparent shopping experience and will continue doing so thanks to the feedback of valued customers like you.

Sincerely,
The Bento&co Team

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Import fees to pay after the shipment

Be careful when you buy from other countries than Japan. You will have to pay import tax fees after purchasing your item, even though shipping fees charged by the store are already high. For me it ment about 25$ of sheeping fees AND about 25$ of import tax fees for a total of 50$… not worth it for a pan!!

11 December 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service and Great Product

When I initially ordered this Bento Box there was an error on USPS's side and our package was lost in the mail. The team at Bento and Co went above and beyond to expedite a replacement and make sure I got the product.
In terms of quality, we are completely satisfied. The Bento Box is exactly as was described online, easy to clean, and seals well. I would definitely order from them again!

26 September 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered the sushi neko bento box bundle…

Ordered the sushi neko bento box bundle for my son. Shipping was quick, received tracking number and was able to track my item. Once received, was very pleased with the quality of the bento box. It's not made with cheap plastic, but is very durable and I know will survive my son throughout the day at school. Will order again!

26 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Bento Online Shop

Best bento shop! I have been buying here ever since I found their online shop. It all started with a bento and then now I buy the snacks too! Best customer service and the prices are fair! Highly recommended.

26 March 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gorgeous wares

Gorgeous wares, received my first box as a gift and now I’m getting a whole bunch of things for my family!

1 February 2023
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Reply from Bento&co

Hi Maddie, thanks so much for shopping with us and taking the time to leave this review! I hope your family loves the pieces you picked out!
All the best from Kyoto,
Rebecca and the Bento&co team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My First Bento Box

Today I received my first japanese bento box and I couldn't be more excited! I ordered the Sakura Rabbit Bento Bundle and the quality of the products are very well made. I am from Canada and I received my order in 5 days of purchasing! Very fast shipping :) I am happy with my purchase and can't wait to start using my new bento box! Thank you to the team of people who make these products, keep up the good work!

30 January 2023
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Reply from Bento&co

Hi Ashley, thank you very much for taking the time to write this kind review! We really appreciate your feedback. I hope you can get a lot of use out of your new Sakura Rabbit bento!
All the best from Kyoto,
Rebecca and the Bento&co Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Received my package from Bento&Co

Received my package from Bento&Co. The products are really well made.
I bought two Ume Onigiri holder for myself and one as a gift. I was pleasantly surprised by the size.
The Furikake box looks fantastic. Can't wait to cook some rice tonight and sprinkle some Kyo Rayu on top.
Thank you Bento&Co!

2 January 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love this company!

I've ordered from Bento&co several times over the years. I love this company! The prices are good, customer service is awesome, and shipping great. They always arrive when they say they will and products always arrive in good shape, even fragile items.

My latest purchase was the Kao Neko box. Seriously adorable!

14 February 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

These bento boxes are so beautiful

These bento boxes are so beautiful. I just love how the Japanese culture makes food such an artful experience. The sizes are so flexible to accomodate one's day. Whether you need a lot of food for a long day's work, or a smaller amount for 1 meal, they have whatever you need. And if I have a rough day, these bento boxes cheer me up 😁

28 November 2021
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