Simons Maison
Kawaii Cat Bento Plate
Kawaii Cat Bento Plate is a rectangular ceramic bento-style plate with four compartments, part of the Simons Maison exclusive collection designed in Canada. It features a glossy white finish with red accents, including printed cat illustrations and food graphics, and is suited for serving sushi and other dishes. The plate measures 10.5 x 8 inches (27 x 20 cm), is dishwasher and microwave safe, and matching pieces are sold separately.
- Material
- Shiny ceramic
- Style
- animal-themed, playful
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Dinnerware > Plates
Color
Size
Specifications
Kawaii cat-shaped bento plate with four compartments, made of shiny ceramic. Dishwasher and microwave safe.
Four convenient compartments, shiny ceramic, dishwasher and microwave safe, matching pieces sold separately.
- Material
- Shiny ceramic
- Style
- animal-themed, playful
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Dinnerware > Plates
Additional Attributes
- Exclusive Simons Maison design
- Designed in Canada
- Japanese design
- Kawaii style
- Four compartments
- Shiny ceramic
- Dishwasher safe
- Microwave safe
- Matching pieces sold separately
- 10.5" x 8" (27 x 20 cm)
Product Insights
A kawaii cat bento plate in glazed ceramic, priced at $18 and in stock from Simons Maison, combines a neotenic cat face inspired by Hello Kitty and Maneki-neko with an authentic four-compartment ichiju-sansai layout, each compartment holding a small rice bowl and the total matching a dinner plate's portion. The seamless, dishwasher-safe ceramic retains heat after microwaving, unlike plastic, and the oval shape rotates in compact microwaves, while print resists fading for durability.
- Cat design
Cat face uses neotenic abstraction, a kawaii tradition from Hello Kitty (1974) and Maneki-neko.
Why this is supported
The cat face neotenic abstraction is described as
The cat face uses the classic kawaii formula of oversized eyes, a tiny nose, and a small, simplified mouth set within a rounded head — a neotenic abstraction that Japanese brands like Sanrio codified with Hello Kitty in 1974
How the kawaii cat design fits Japanese tableware trends — hello_kitty_lineage_sanrio_1974, placing it in a tradition that includes
Cats have been a central motif in kawaii culture for decades — from the beckoning Maneki-neko to contemporary icons like Pusheen
How the kawaii cat design fits Japanese tableware trends — maneki_neko_to_pusheen.
- Bento design
Compartment layout and proportions are authentic to traditional Japanese bento boxes.
Why this is supported
The compartments
replicate the traditional Japanese bento box layout, which separates foods for visual balance and is a cornerstone of 'kyaraben' — the art of arranging meals into cute characters
How the kawaii cat design fits Japanese tableware trends — kyaraben_bento_tradition, and the layout
mirrors the Japanese 'ichiju-sansai' (soup plus three dishes) approach, encouraging a balanced plate without extra serving pieces
How the four compartments work for real meals — four_compartment_layout. The dimensions
land right in the range of traditional Japanese bento boxes (commonly 10″ x 7.5″ to 11″ x 8.5″), giving the plate an authentic bento silhouette
Plate dimensions and real-world fit — bento_authentic_footprint, and each compartment's capacity
accommodate roughly a small rice bowl's worth, creating a natural portion ceiling that supports a balanced meal without overeating or measuring
How the four compartments work for real meals — 10_5_x8_portion_mapping.
- Material
Glazed ceramic construction is dishwasher-safe and retains heat after microwaving, unlike typical plastic.
Why this is supported
The ceramic construction adapts the design for a more formal setting:
By using shiny ceramic instead of the lightweight melamine or plastic typical of Japanese character bento boxes, Simons Maison adapts the design for Western table settings where a heavier, glossier plate signals a more formal, collectible piece rather than a utilitarian lunch container
How the kawaii cat design fits Japanese tableware trends — shiny_ceramic_vs_japanese_melamine. It also provides practical benefits:
unlike tiered plastic bento boxes, the plate is a single piece that cleans thoroughly in the dishwasher, cutting post-meal scrubbing to a single rinse
How the four compartments work for real meals — glazed_ceramic_divider_walls, and
the ceramic’s thermal mass keeps the food warm for the duration of a relaxed meal, a distinct edge over lightweight plastic containers that cool rapidly
How the four compartments work for real meals — microwave_safe_reheating.
The ceramic body retains heat longer than plastic or melamine.
By using shiny ceramic instead of the lightweight melamine or plastic typical of Japanese character bento boxes, Simons Maison adapts the design for Western table settings where a heavier, glossier plate signals a more formal, collectible piece rather than a utilitarian lunch container.
How the kawaii cat design fits Japanese tableware trends — shiny_ceramic_vs_japanese_melamineThe kawaii cat design is applied with a durable food-safe glaze that resists fading in the dishwasher.
Yes, the plate is dishwasher and microwave safe, which indicates the design is applied with a durable, food-safe glaze that should resist fading through normal dishwasher use.
Is the kawaii cat design printed with food-safe glaze that resists fading in the dishwasher?- Portion size
Each compartment holds roughly a small rice bowl; total area equals a dinner plate.
Why this is supported
The four compartments are sized to
its four compartments each accommodate roughly a small rice bowl's worth, creating a natural portion ceiling that supports a balanced meal without overeating or measuring.
How the four compartments work for real meals — 10_5_x8_portion_mappingand the overall eating surface
offers about 84 square inches of eating surface, nearly identical to the ~87 square inches of a typical 10.5″ round dinner plate
Plate dimensions and real-world fit — surface_area_vs_standard_dinner_plate, confirming it fits full adult portions, not just a snack plate.
- Bento authenticity
Four-compartment layout mirrors ichiju-sansai in an authentic bento silhouette.
Why this is supported
The compartment layout
a visually separated meal that mirrors the Japanese 'ichiju-sansai' (soup plus three dishes) approach, encouraging a balanced plate without extra serving pieces.
How the four compartments work for real meals — four_compartment_layoutThis design
extends that practice to a permanent dinnerware piece, encouraging playful plating beyond the lunchbox.
How the kawaii cat design fits Japanese tableware trends — kyaraben_bento_traditionMoreover, the plate's dimensions
land right in the range of traditional Japanese bento boxes (commonly 10″ x 7.5″ to 11″ x 8.5″), giving the plate an authentic bento silhouette that feels intentional for compartmentalized meals.
Plate dimensions and real-world fit — bento_authentic_footprint- Kawaii design
Cat face uses classic kawaii style from Sanrio's Hello Kitty.
Why this is supported
The cat graphic follows the classic kawaii formula (oversized eyes, tiny nose, simplified mouth) and is
instantly readable as cute rather than merely animal-themed
How the kawaii cat design fits Japanese tableware trends — hello_kitty_lineage_sanrio_1974- Cleaning ease
Fully glazed one-piece design eliminates crevices and fits in dishwasher.
Why this is supported
The fully glazed ceramic dividers are molded directly into the plate, eliminating crevices for food buildup.
Because the compartment dividers are molded directly into the ceramic and fully glazed, there are no gaps or seals where food debris could accumulate
How the four compartments work for real meals — glazed_ceramic_divider_wallsThe plate dimensions are designed to fit standard dishwasher racks, ensuring easy cleaning without hand-washing.
The plate's 8″ height slides easily between the tines of a standard upper rack, which is designed for plates up to 12″ in diameter — the 10.5″ length leaves extra clearance so it never contacts the spray arm or blocks water flow.
Plate dimensions and real-world fit — dishwasher_rack_clearance- Microwave compatibility
Oval shape rotates freely in compact microwaves without drag.
Why this is supported
The oval shape is sized to rotate without dragging in compact microwaves when aligned properly, as detailed:
At 10.5″ long, the plate is no wider than the diameter of most microwave turntables (typically 10.5–12.5″), and positioning it with the long edge parallel to the turntable's rotation axis keeps the 8″ width trailing to avoid corner drag even in compact ovens.
Plate dimensions and real-world fit — microwave_turntable_navigation- Portion control
Four compartments portion single-serve meals comparable to a dinner plate.
Why this is supported
The four compartments naturally portion a single-serve bento, each holding roughly a small rice bowl's worth.
At 10.5" by 8", the plate's modest footprint forces a single-serve bento — its four compartments each accommodate roughly a small rice bowl's worth
How the four compartments work for real meals — 10_5_x8_portion_mappingThe total eating surface of about 84 square inches is nearly identical to a standard 10.5″ round dinner plate, so it holds a full adult meal.
Its 10.5″ x 8″ rectangle offers about 84 square inches of eating surface, nearly identical to the ~87 square inches of a typical 10.5″ round dinner plate
Plate dimensions and real-world fit — surface_area_vs_standard_dinner_plate- Appliance fit
Slides easily into standard dishwasher upper rack and microwave turntable.
Why this is supported
The plate's 10.5″ x 8″ dimensions clear appliance interiors with room to spare.
The plate's 8″ height slides easily between the tines of a standard upper rack, which is designed for plates up to 12″ in diameter — the 10.5″ length leaves extra clearance so it never contacts the spray arm or blocks water flow.
Plate dimensions and real-world fit — dishwasher_rack_clearanceIn the microwave, orientation ensures clearance:
At 10.5″ long, the plate is no wider than the diameter of most microwave turntables (typically 10.5–12.5″), and positioning it with the long edge parallel to the turntable's rotation axis keeps the 8″ width trailing to avoid corner drag even in compact ovens.
Plate dimensions and real-world fit — microwave_turntable_navigation- Portion capacity
Holds a full adult portion with portion-guiding compartments.
Why this is supported
The plate provides comparable eating surface to a standard round dinner plate.
Its 10.5″ x 8″ rectangle offers about 84 square inches of eating surface, nearly identical to the ~87 square inches of a typical 10.5″ round dinner plate, proving it can serve a full adult portion rather than being limited to snacks or kids' meals.
Plate dimensions and real-world fit — surface_area_vs_standard_dinner_plateThe compartment design reinforces portion control:
its four compartments each accommodate roughly a small rice bowl's worth, creating a natural portion ceiling that supports a balanced meal without overeating or measuring.
How the four compartments work for real meals — 10_5_x8_portion_mapping- Microwave reheating
Ceramic keeps food warm for a relaxed meal after reheating.
Why this is supported
The ceramic construction allows the entire plate to be reheated and retains heat well.
The microwave-safe ceramic allows you to pre-portion a bento-style meal, refrigerate, and reheat the entire plate at once — the ceramic’s thermal mass keeps the food warm for the duration of a relaxed meal, a distinct edge over lightweight plastic containers that cool rapidly.
How the four compartments work for real meals — microwave_safe_reheating- Care and durability
Seamless ceramic cleans in dishwasher and print resists fading.
Why this is supported
The one-piece glazed construction simplifies cleaning.
Because the compartment dividers are molded directly into the ceramic and fully glazed, there are no gaps or seals where food debris could accumulate — unlike tiered plastic bento boxes, the plate is a single piece that cleans thoroughly in the dishwasher, cutting post-meal scrubbing to a single rinse.
How the four compartments work for real meals — glazed_ceramic_divider_wallsThe kawaii design is similarly resilient:
Yes, the plate is dishwasher and microwave safe, which indicates the design is applied with a durable, food-safe glaze that should resist fading through normal dishwasher use.
Is the kawaii cat design printed with food-safe glaze that resists fading in the dishwasher?
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A rectangular divided bento-style plate made of glossy white ceramic with red rim and internal red divider lines; one internal compartment contains printed red 'BENTO' text and the larger compartment has blue striped graphic and a small red cat illustration. Several sushi pieces and a small garnish rest on the plate and a pair of metal-handled chopsticks lie across the top-right edge.
- Overall shapeRectangular shallow tray with four internal compartments separated by raised internal walls; outer rim slightly rounded.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.49 · w 0.88 · h 0.36 (high) - Material and finishGlossy smooth ceramic surface with reflections visible on interior walls and rim.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.53 · w 0.70 · h 0.28 (high) - Rim and divider colorThin red painted rim around outer edge and matching thin red divider lines between compartments.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.49 · w 0.88 · h 0.02 (medium); x 0.47 · y 0.49 · w 0.01 · h 0.36 (medium) - Compartment text“The left-center small compartment interior has the word BENTO printed in red block letters.”
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.61 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Graphic in large compartmentRight large compartment contains a blue narrow horizontal stripe pattern near the top and a small red line-drawn cat face illustration with adjacent tiny red sketches.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.56 · w 0.34 · h 0.28 (high) - Food presentThree small sushi rolls in the top-left compartment and two larger sushi pieces with garnish placed in the right compartment; a small pale pickled garnish sits near the top of the right compartment.
2 regions
x 0.19 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.66 · w 0.21 · h 0.21 (high) - Chopsticks propA pair of metal chopsticks with olive-green handles rest diagonally across the top-right rim of the plate, partially overlapping the plate interior.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-styled top-down image on a tiled beige and white square tile surface with soft directional lighting from upper left producing mild shadows; image crops the plate with space around it and shows slight reflections on tiles.
- Background surfaceGlossy square tiles in alternating pale beige and white form a grid background and surface on which the plate sits.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from upper left creates gentle shadows under the plate and subtle specular highlights on ceramic and tiles.
- Shot compositionSlightly angled top-down view with plate centered toward the lower half of the frame; image framed vertically with negative space above.
Colors
gloss white· plate bodybright red· rim and internal divider lines#896E5Amedium blue· large compartment graphicbright red· cat illustration and small sketches#8A745B- Overall shapeRectangular shallow tray with four internal compartments separated by raised internal walls; outer rim slightly rounded.
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Product
A multi-compartment rectangular bento plate with cream/white surfaces, raised red trim between compartments, red printed graphics including a stylized cat and food icons, and blue printed accent text and border marks on the main compartment.
- Overall shapeRectangular plate with internal raised dividers forming three smaller compartments on the left and one large compartment on the right; interior walls are vertical with rounded inner corners.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.05 · w 0.96 · h 0.90 (high) - Compartment layoutLeft side contains three stacked rectangular subcompartments separated by raised red-edged dividers; right side is a single larger rectangular compartment.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.08 · w 0.48 · h 0.82 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.08 · w 0.50 · h 0.82 (high) - Material finishSmooth cream or off-white glossy surface visible on all interior areas of the plate.
- Red trim and divider edgingNarrow solid red trim outlines the outer rim and the inner dividers; trim is consistently thin and slightly raised above the cream surface.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Partial printed text on left compartment“Partial capital letters 'ENTO' printed in red on the lower left compartment edge, letters visible and outlined.”
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.54 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - Cat graphicSmall stylized red line-drawn cat seated and holding a bowl of food, printed on the right compartment.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.34 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high) - Vertical food icon columnA vertical column of small red food or vegetable line icons (five/icons) arranged to the left of the cat graphic in the right compartment.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.25 · w 0.12 · h 0.40 (high) - Blue decorative stripesShort vertical blue stripe marks form a border along the top and bottom inner edge of the right compartment; stripes are evenly spaced.
2 regions
x 0.50 · y 0.07 · w 0.46 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.50 · y 0.86 · w 0.46 · h 0.06 (medium) - Blue rectangular label with Japanese text“A rounded-corner blue rectangle printed near the lower center of the right compartment containing white Japanese characters.”
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.62 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Close-up angled top-down product shot on a tiled beige and white surface with soft studio lighting and gentle shadows; image is tightly cropped to emphasize plate details.
- Shot compositionAngled top-down closeup focusing on the junction between left divided compartments and the right main compartment; corners of the plate are cropped by the frame.
- Background surfaceLarge square tiles in alternating beige and off-white tones form the background surface under the plate.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with faint soft shadows cast inside the plate and along the outer rim, no harsh specular highlights.
- Image cropBottom-left corner of the plate edge and left side of the leftmost compartment are visible but partially cut off by the image border.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high)
Colors
cream· interior surfacebright red· rim and divider edgesillustration red· printed graphics and iconsmedium blue· label and stripe accents#4C85B3- Overall shapeRectangular plate with internal raised dividers forming three smaller compartments on the left and one large compartment on the right; interior walls are vertical with rounded inner corners.