U+1F371 • Food & Drink
Bento Box Emoji
Meaning
A Japanese bento, a lunch box divided into portions of rice, vegetables, and meat or seafood, such as sushi or fried shrimp.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F371 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | bento box |
| Shortcode | :bento-box: |
| Category | Food & Drink |
| Subcategory | food-asian |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🍱 Bento Box emoji mean?
A Japanese bento, a lunch box divided into portions of rice, vegetables, and meat or seafood, such as sushi or fried shrimp.
How do I copy the 🍱 emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (🍱) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Bento Box?
The Unicode for the Bento Box emoji is U+1F371.
On which platforms can I use the 🍱 emoji?
You can use the Bento Box emoji on all major platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and all social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
How to Use the Bento Box Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious 🍱"
"I'm so relieved 🍱"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time 🍱"
Comments: "This is literally me 🍱"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug 🍱"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
🍱💦 (emphasized relief)
🍱😅 (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.
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