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It wasn't until the Edo period (1603-1867) that it became a daily go-to for anyone in Japan. Now, you can find sushi carts full of onigiri and restaurants with fresh nigiri all around the world.

As a type of sushi, nigiri employs seasoned sushi rice ... sit-down occasion rather than a convenient food for on the go.

Savor sushi in two delightful forms – nigiri, with fresh fish on a small bed of rice, and maki, where rice, fish, and veggies are rolled in seaweed. Each bite, a tasty mix of flavors and textures.

Although the nigiri is fairly inexpensive (¥200 to ¥600 per piece), you'll get more value for your money if you order a set. Around ¥2,000 will buy you a decent selection of fresh sushi ...