also: かきのはすし
persimmon leaf sushi
A regional specialty from Nara and Wakayama, consisting of sushi rice and fish (often mackerel) wrapped in a persimmon leaf.
I want to try Nara's specialty, persimmon leaf sushi.
Persimmon leaf sushi is pressed sushi with mackerel or salmon wrapped in a persimmon leaf.
Pressed sushi in general; 柿の葉寿司 is a specific type of pressed sushi wrapped in persimmon leaves.
Standard kanji spelling.
Rare kanji form using 鮨 for sushi.
Compound of 柿の葉 (persimmon leaf) and 寿司 (sushi). The exact origin is uncertain, but it is traditionally associated with preservation and flavoring in the Nara region.