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Japan has a long history of incorporating various foods into their culture. This includes food that was once thought of as being from Asia but is actually of European descent. Sushi is one of these dishes that is often associated with Japan and is considered to have originated there. Sushi, which means "fish roll", is a traditional Japanese dish made of raw fish such as salmon, tuna, or swordfish, and wrapped in nori (a thin sheet of seaweed similar to sushi rice). The traditional sushi is often associated with a particular country or culture, though the various versions of sushi are actually traced back to many different countries and cultures such as Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and Thai. Most people associate the dish with Japan, though the history of this type of dish goes back to ancient China and Korea. Many years ago, the Chinese used rice mixed with spices, while the Koreans used sesame oil. This version of sushi in Japan came to be known as takoyaki or raw fish. The earliest recorded use of sushi in Japan is believed to have been during the 14th century when Buddhist monks in Okinawa cooked this raw food for the royalty and commoners on their special rice fields. Since then, this form of food has developed to include various different ingredients from other countries. The tradition of preparing sushi dates back many years and began during the times of the Japanese Samurai, who were warriors who served in war. Although sushi itself was not originally made for consumption in Japan, this would become more prevalent during the Edo period, or early feudal Japan. The reason being was that during this time, rice cultivation was first developed in Japan. It was during the Edo period that sushi first became popular among the general public and began to be eaten in places such as tea houses. Today, sushi making is very much a part of Japanese culture and cuisine. The tradition continues today, as it is considered to be one of the most popular forms of food. The Japanese have a wide variety of different varieties of sushi prepared in restaurants and at home. There are many different kinds of traditional sushi preparation. The basic ingredients used in sushi making are rice, nori (seaweed), fish and seaweed. These are combined with a variety of spices and vegetables and toppings. The raw fish is usually marinated in sake, which is a Japanese beer that is then mixed with the rice. The marinade is then added to help it soak up the flavor from the rice and the marinade can then be added to the raw fish before being wrapped in seaweed and dried. The rice used in sushi making is normally cooked for a minimum of eight hours before it is rolled and sliced, but can also be prepared and steamed. The raw fish is then cut into small pieces for easy eating. Sushi toppings can be of many different types, but there are certain items which are commonly included in sushi. The most common topping is toasted sesame seeds, but there are many other toppings that are more unique. Some of the more exotic toppings include red onions, crab meat, and even chocolate. The toppings are often added to the sushi as a finishing touch, but the sushi can also be prepared with the toppings already on it. Another popular item in sushi making is the dipping of the sushi in soy sauce. This soy sauce is usually made from soy beans. This type of dipping can come in many different flavors, which are more or less appropriate for sushi. The main ingredients in sushi making are usually rice and the raw fish. However, many people have begun to add different types of sauces to the mix. This includes a variety of meats, cheese and toppings such as soy sauce, which is a common topping for sushi.

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