What is the name of "grass" used to garnish a bento (takeout meal)?


I have a piece of "grass paper"? included in my meal, want to know it's
purpose. It isn't edible, and could be a choking hazard. I also don't know
what it is called.




The name of the bento grass is called "haran" and is a plastic substitute for
leaves and grasses that were originally used to enclose sushi and vegetables
to preserve the flavor and taste of the item wrapped, and to reduce spoilage.
The item is also used to add color and overall appeal to the meal when
displayed.

Additional information can be reviewed at:

<http://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2008/01/15/reference/bento-
grass/#.WI4HQflEnIU>




The name of the bento grass is called "haran" and is a plastic substitute for
leaves and grasses that were originally used to enclose sushi and vegetables
to preserve the flavor and taste of the item wrapped, and to reduce spoilage.
The item is also used to add color and overall appeal to the meal when
displayed.

Additional information can be reviewed at:

<http://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2008/01/15/reference/bento-
grass/#.WI4HQflEnIU>

