Eco-Friendly Japanese Bento Lunch Box - TAKENAKA Nibble Box, BPA-Free & Recycled Plastic, Microwave & Dishwasher Safe (Peppermint/Cream) - Perfect for Office Meals, School Lunches & Picnics

Alright, buckle in, I have a lot to say.Introducing, the Takenaka Nibble, bought from Amazon.I've bought a lot of bento boxes. It's probably an addiction by now. I'm pretty sure I own 12 and have bought and returned more, including the Takenaka Bite Dual, which I'll be sending back. This habit of mine is honestly stupid but I'm convinced I have yet to find the perfect one that fits all my needs; until (possibly) now.While I haven't actually used it for a meal yet, I'm optimistic based on my criteria and experience.1. The black interior, while probably not as cute, is way more practical. There's less worry about staining.2. Microwave safe, obviously a plus.3. Easy to clean. I find Monbento plastic is hard to rid of oils and is easy to stain.4. Not that many parts. The bottom tier doesn't have a separate lid. Instead, the base of the top tier is the lid for the bottom. Meaning one less thing to wash. The top lid is decorative, but can neatly conceal a napkin, and probably doesn't need to be washed unless soiled. It can be tucked under the bottom tier when eating or storing. Not something most people think about, but when you have a lid for every compartment like on the Monbento, as well as a decorative lid, all of which don't have a natural place to store while eating, you run out of space when you're eating- not to mention all the washing.As an aside, after buying two Monbentos and all of the accessories, the only thing I like about Monbento is the ice pack. Even then, it feels really tall.5. Leak proof, at least for sure the lid of the top tier. I always have fruit as a side, so I only really need one leak proof compartment. Even the bottom is honestly not that bad.6. The band actually works to help secure my wrapping. I like to do this for protection, as a placemat when eating or a napkin, to carry it by, and it's stinking cute.The Bite Dual seems too large for me,and has a white interior (cute, but less practical). While the fork is nice to have (not necessarily nice in quality) and the rubber seal of the lid is amazing, I don't think it's right for me. Another aside, I like that the rubber seal is attached. I have another box with a removable seal and it's more annoying to have to wash and replace than it is useful.Will update after use, maybe I'll hate it. Maybe I can finally wittle down my stash.