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The bento box emoji (🍱) showcases a vibrant, compartmentalized meal, often filled with rice, fish, vegetables, and pickled delights, beautifully presented. Originating from Japan, bento boxes symbolize not just nourishment but also the art of meticulous meal preparation. They are commonly used to represent lunch ideas, meal planning, or culinary creativity. Picture a busy office worker sharing a colorful image of their homemade bento on social media, inspiring others to craft their own culinary art. Fun fact: in Japan, there are even contests for the most aesthetically pleasing bento! The emoji version is 0.6, released in 2015.