By Ravi Jun 8, 2023
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The world's largest sushi roll ever made measured over 2,500 feet long and contained 1,800 pounds of rice and seafood.
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Mixing wasabi into soy sauce is considered disrespectful in Japan; instead, apply the wasabi directly to the sushi.
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The term "sushi" refers to the vinegared rice, while sliced fish on its own is called "sashimi."
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Omakase means "I'll leave it up to you" in Japanese and allows chefs to create personalized dining experiences.
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Some sushi restaurants have rice specialists called "shari-tori" dedicated to perfecting sushi rice.
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Sushi chefs undergo rigorous training, often starting as apprentices and spending years mastering the basics.
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Tsukiji Fish Market, once the world's largest fish market and sushi destination, relocated to Toyosu Market in 2018.
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The California roll, filled with avocado, crab meat, and cucumber, was invented in Los Angeles in the 1960s.
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In Japan, sushi is often eaten with hands, creating a direct connection between the diner and the food.