It is summertime, and you know what that means! Time for going to the beach or the park, and going on that special little picnic. And what is the perfect snack to be packing? Welll onigiri (rice balls) of course! It’s amazing the creativity you can put into a little ball of rice to make any meal special. Here’s ten cute ideas to stuff your bento box with.

First bento, well of course it has to be Pokemon! Mudkip and a Pokeball, could it get anymore exciting than that? Especially with dyed rice, the possibilities are endless.

Next is a classic onigiri, but with a cute little holiday twist. With snowflakes, and even a pink winter hat, this makes for the perfect Christmas bento.

Now we have made our way to the cute, yet simple creation of the bunny bunch. Just enough effort to deliver a smile.

Next is a bento stuffed with love! A heart shaped onigiri with sprinkles of seaweed, makes every bite special. The whole presentation is adorable, perfect for a homemade treat for your loved ones.

Of course Hello Kitty is to be featured on this list. Such a simple design already, but it’s the simple things that can add so much to a bento box.

Here is another animal creation to perk up your lunch time. A giraffe onigiri, really, could it get any cuter than this?

Here’s a big bunch of onigiri for you, full of emotional expressions and personality. Certainly a fun plate for parties, everyone gets a silly face.

Now what’s this? Makkurokurosuke onigiri! How adorable. When I see them I think of owls though, but it makes for an exciting little snack, doesn’t it?

More onigiri animals. Pandas! Simply made with seaweed strips and imagination.

Lastly here is a simple display of onigiri, but to make them stand out on their own they have been dyed with a variety of colors, using carrots, cabbage dye, curry, and simply food coloring.

Thus concludes this yummy list! So, which onigiri was your favorite?