
🍣From Japan
⚡ Quick Answer
Sushi is a Japanese dish of vinegared rice paired with fresh seafood, vegetables, or egg. Common forms include nigiri (fish over rice), maki (rolls), and sashimi (sliced raw fish, served without rice).
Key Facts
- Origin: Japan
- Core element is shari (seasoned vinegared rice), not raw fish
- Nigiri, maki, temaki and sashimi are the main styles
- Eaten with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger
Where to Eat Sushi
Best experienced in these cities — tap to explore local guides:
Sushi Articles & Guides
Sushi Kyoto: Verified Best Picks
Sushi Fukuoka: Verified Best Picks
Sushi Osaka: Verified Best Picks
The One Dish Worth Flying to Tokyo For: Sushi
Best Cooking Classes in Tokyo: Sushi, Ramen & More
Sushi Tokyo: Verified Best PicksSushi FAQ
What is sushi?
Sushi is vinegared rice combined with seafood, vegetables, or egg, served as nigiri, rolls, or other forms.
Is all sushi raw?
No — many sushi types use cooked seafood, egg, or vegetables. Sashimi is the raw-fish dish.