International Sushi Day: 7 Varieties You Need To Taste

Muskan Kalra
Jun 18, 2025

1.Uramaki (Inside-Out Roll):

It is a Western-style roll with rice on the outside and seaweed inside. Perfect for beginners or sushi newbies.

2.Nigiri:

It is a hand-pressed rice topped with a slice of fish or seafood (like tuna, salmon, or shrimp). And try it if you enjoy clean, simple flavors and fresh seafood.

3. Maki (Roll Sushi):

It is a Sushi rice and fillings (like fish, veggies, or egg) rolled in seaweed (nori) and sliced and popular variations are tuna roll, cucumber roll, avocado roll.

4.Temaki (Hand Roll):

It is a cone-shaped hand roll with seaweed on the outside and rice/fillings inside. It looks like a sushi taco! Great for casual eating.

5.Sashimi:

It is a thinly sliced raw fish or seafood served without rice. Try salmon, tuna, or yellowtail sashimi to appreciate the raw fish itself.

6.Chirashi (Scattered Sushi):

It is a bowl of sushi rice topped with assorted sashimi and garnishes and great for a filling, deconstructed sushi experience.

7.Tamago Sushi:

It is a sweet, layered Japanese omelet served over sushi rice and bound with seaweed. It is a kid-friendly, Mild, slightly sweet, and non-fishy.

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