The first chapter of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Castle Arc," titled "Akaza's Return," has been smashing box office records in Japan for over half a month now, becoming a must-see cinematic event for everyone across the nation.
Recently, the official "Demon Slayer" team announced an epic collaboration with Japan's popular bento chain, "Nori Bento Ichinoya"! They're dropping two special collaboration bentos, set to hit shelves on August 4, 2025. These are limited edition, so once they're gone, they're GONE!
First opened in Tokyo in 2021, "Nori Bento Ichinoya" has rapidly expanded, now boasting numerous branches in major cities including Tokyo. Their classic flavors have won over Japanese consumers, making them a beloved bento spot.
This new collaboration features two distinct flavors, inspired by "Demon Slayer" protagonist "Tanjiro Kamado" and the ultimate antagonist "Muzan Kibutsuji." Each bento boasts an entirely new menu design, complete with specially crafted packaging to make your meal an experience!
▼ Tanjiro Bento (Theme color: Green, featuring his favorite ingredients)
Menu includes:
Deluxe hamburger steak (made with Tankaku beef and Four-Breed pork)
Served with shiso leaf and refreshing ponzu (with grated daikon and yuzu ponzu)
Super-sized chikuwa nori tempura, double-layered with nori
Tanjiro's favorite "royal fern" tempura
Soft-boiled egg marinated in a secret sauce
Green beans with sesame dressing
Wakame and edamame salad
▼ Muzan Bento (Inspired by the character, black and red theme)
Menu includes:
Teriyaki chicken (with squid ink sauce)
Giant crab stick tempura
Iwate-produced Junjo beef sukiyaki with shiitake mushrooms
Soft-boiled egg marinated in a secret sauce
Fried eggplant with summer sauce
Wakame and carrot salad
Shiso-pickled vegetables
Each purchase also comes with an exclusive furoshiki (traditional Japanese wrapping cloth) for your bento, with nine designs to collect.
If you're in Japan, nori bentos are a super common and popular lunch choice. This is a fantastic chance to grab one and see if it hits the spot, or just keep it as a cool souvenir!
via： PR TIMES