Hong Kong Startup Takes On Japan's Bento Market With Automated Lunch Platform
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Hong Kong startup Kamakura Foods is entering the bento market in Japan with a tech platform for automated bento service
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Kamakura was founded by former Sony engineer Jason Chen, executive chef Manabu Oikawa and engineer Stephen Chan
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Bentos are a popular lunch option in Japan, sold at convenience stores, shops and restaurants
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Kamakura aims to challenge the traditional bento market by introducing tech instead of providing the food itself
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The company sees an opportunity in serving bentos automatically during busy lunch hours