The preparation of a luxurious Japanese bento is a meticulous process that ... and ability to complement the other elements in the box. The cooking techniques used range from slow simmering ...

Despite this professional experience in food service, Ellen said her father "perfected his craft by cooking breakfast ... The sushi rolls, rice bowls and bento boxes are aimed at on-the-go customers.

But to me, they are the same. After you prepare the toppings for chirashi sushi, you can scatter them any way you like in a bento box. Or layer them in parallel, vertical or diagonal lines.