Enjoy Having Great Japanese Cuisine at Home! Popular Bento Box Rankings from Takeout Chain ‘Hotto Motto’

When you are too busy with work or school, it’s hard to cook a meal at home. In such times, I’ll recommend picking up a “bento box” at the takeout-only shop “Hotto Motto” and enjoy having it in your home?
It offers them at affordable prices and all kinds of menu, Hotto Motto makes mealtime easy and delicious. This article, I’ll introduce the top-ranked bento boxes and side dishes that were especially popular in 2024!

What’s The First Place Among Plenty of The Menu?

“Hotto Motto” is a takeout bento box chain shop that prides itself on providing “warm and delicious meals”. There are 2,427 locations across Japan (as of the end of November 2024). It is loved by both Japanese and foreigners.
So, which bento boxes were the most popular at Hotto Motto in 2024? Let’s take a look at the rankings.

5th Place: “Rosu Katsu Don” (¥610 / Approx. $4)

This bento box has crispy, deep-fried “tonkatsu (it means pork cutlet)” simmered in a sweet soy-based sauce and topped with fluffy, soft-cooked egg. The combination of pork cutlet and egg is simply wonderful! It’s a perfect way to fully enjoy the rich flavors of tonkatsu.

4th Place: “Niku Yasai Itame Bento Box” (¥640 / Approx. $4)

It features a mix of vegetables, including cabbage, onion, bean sprouts, carrots, and edamame, stir-fried with thick slices of pork belly and coated in a special soy-based sauce.
And it’s packed with a lot of veggies, it’s great for anyone looking to boost their vegetable intake! The charm is also having a variety of textures from the different vegetables.

3rd Place: “Chicken Nanban Bento” (¥640 / Approx. $5)

It has Chicken Nanban which is crispy breaded and fried chicken breast that’s tender on the inside. And it’s topped generously with tartar sauce made with boiled egg, onion, and pickles for added texture and flavor.
In addition, a small packet of sweet vinegar sauce is attached, and it drizzles over the chicken to enhance its flavor. You can enjoy the dish with or without the sauce, it’s also a great way to change up the taste!

2nd Place: “4-Piece Karaage Bento Box” (¥520 / Approx. $3)

The bento box includes four pieces of juicy “karaage (it means Japanese fried chicken)” seasoned with the flavors of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
It’s with a small packet of lemon juice and a packet of karaage spice for added zest and flavor. The juicy karaage satisfies both your hunger and your soul!

1st Place: “Nori Bento Box” (¥460 / Approx. $3)

This is a classic bento box which is rice topped with seasoned kelp and a layer of seaweed, accompanied by crispy fried white fish and “chikuwa tempura (it means fried fish cake)”. It’s been a long-time favorite for a reason!
Actually, I love it and often order it myself. The combination of the ingredients and rice is amazing! (written by Asami.i)

Variety of Side Dishes! What’s The First Place?

At Hotto Motto, it’s not just about bento boxes, they also provide side dishes such as salads and soups. It’s pairing these with your bento takes the meal to the next level of satisfaction! So, which side dishes are the most popular? Let’s look out!

3rd Place: “7-Ingredient Mixed Salad” (¥170 / Approx. $1)

This salad has a colorful mix of seven vegetables: lettuce, cabbage, potato salad, broccoli, carrot râpé, wakame seaweed, and edamame. It’s the best choice for those who want to enjoy some veggies with their main bento box!

2nd Place: “Mini Wakame Udon” (¥130 / Approx. $1)

The mini version of Sanuki-style udon charms thick, chewy noodles served with a rich golden broth made from bonito, kelp, and dried sardines. You can enjoy the luxurious texture of the udon combined with the deep umami flavor of the broth that might just have you addicted to it.

1st Place: “Tokusei Tonjiru” (¥150 / Approx. $1)

This hearty miso soup is packed with five ingredients: pork, potatoes, carrots, daikon radish, and burdock root. It matches perfectly with any bento box, and its generous amount of ingredients is one of the reasons of the popularity!

You can choose freedom in plenty of the menu. It’s especially great to have Japanese cuisine easily at home! When you are feeling tired, why not recharge your energy with a delicious bento box from Hotto Motto?

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※ All prices include tax.
※ The rankings in this article may include items that are no longer available or have been updated. For the latest information, please visit the official Hotto Motto website.