Culture&History

Guide to the Different Types of Sushi in Japan

Japan boasts many varieties of sushi. Some varieties are well-known internationally while others may only be found locally – like Kakinoha-zushi made of vinegar rice wrapped around fish wrapped with persimmon leaves in Nara region. Makizushi (rolled sushi, which is more familiar to Westerners) and funazushi, the latter made from locally produced deep-fried tofu), are …

History of Japanese Sushi Tradition to Modern Delight

Sushi’s fascinating journey from Southeast Asia to Japan’s Edo (now Tokyo) is one of preservation, cultural exchange and culinary brilliance. From humble street food origins to global culinary sensation, its incredible journey demonstrates innovation and entrepreneurialism at work. Hanaya Yohei revolutionized sushi-making with his groundbreaking invention of nigiri sushi in the early 19th century, featuring …