Sushi Audio Guide
A bite-sized cushion of vinegared rice crowned with fresh fish: sushi, one of Japan's signature dishes. Born from the wisdom of preserving fish, it blossomed in old Edo into the hand-pressed nigiri we know. Across six pa…
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Welcome to the World of Sushi
Welcome to the world of sushi. A warm, bite-sized mound of rice, a piece of glistening fresh fish laid gently on top, and the faint scent of wasabi slipping through your nose — sushi is now a beloved dish the world over, and one of the faces of Japan. For the people of Japan, it is both a feast for days of celebration and, at a conveyor-belt shop, an everyday treat — at once special and familiar. For travelers, it is a plate where the bounty of Japan's seas and the craft of the artisan's hands meet at their most beautiful. Receiving each piece, freshly pressed, across the counter is itself an experience. But you may be surprised to learn that this elegant dish began as 'a way to preserve fish for a long time.' For a little while, let's trace the long story held within a single piece together. Let's begin with its unexpected start — the history of sushi.
What you'll hear on site
- The History of Sushi ¥200 · 7 days
- Types of Sushi ¥200 · 7 days
- Edomae and Kansai Pressed Sushi ¥200 · 7 days
- Festive Days and Conveyor-Belt Sushi ¥200 · 7 days
- How to Eat Sushi and Its Etiquette ¥200 · 7 days
- The Counter and the Set Course ¥200 · 7 days
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