Sushi Restaurants

Sushi is the iconic dish of Japanese cuisine, characterized by the use of vinegared rice (shari) combined with a variety of ingredients, the most popular being high-quality raw fish. Its essence lies in the balance of flavors and textures, where the freshness of the ingredients and the precision of the cut are paramount.

There are several main types, such as Nigiri (a portion of fish on top of hand-molded rice) and Maki (the cylindrical roll wrapped in nori seaweed). Sushi is typically served with wasabi (horseradish) and gari (pickled ginger) to cleanse the palate between bites.

Sushi restaurants or sushi bars (often also serving sashimi, which is raw fish without rice) focus on the mastery of the chef, known as itamae, and the supreme quality of their products. The experience can range from traditional, solemn establishments where the purity of the fish is prioritized, to the popular Kaiten-sushi (conveyor belt) or modern fusion restaurants, which incorporate Western elements like avocado and various sauces. In any case, a good sushi restaurant is a temple to delicacy, attention to detail, and freshness.