pressed sushi; box sushi
A type of sushi made by pressing vinegared rice and toppings into a rectangular box-shaped mold, then slicing it. Also called 押し寿司 (oshizushi).
See also: 押し寿司 (おしずし)
In Osaka, pressed sushi is a local specialty.
The pressed sushi at this shop is delicious, packed full of ingredients.
Standard kanji spelling for this type of pressed sushi.
Common kana-mixed spelling; often used in shop signs and menus.
Alternate kanji using 鮨 for sushi; less common than 寿司.
Compound of 箱 (hako, 'box') and 寿司 (sushi, 'sushi'), referring to sushi pressed in a box-shaped mold.