Whether your sushi of choice is topped with LEGO pieces or fresh salmon, it’s clear that this Japanese treat has become a worldwide phenomenon. The sushi-inspired innovations in the slideshow below prove how one deliciously versatile food can influence other industries.
Below, you’ll find chocolate that’s made to look like sushi, masterpieces created entirely from sushi and sushi-inspired advertising. To round out the collection, there are also sushi cupcakes, sushi costumes and insect sushi. Delicious!
29 Sushi-Inspired Innovations
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Sushi Costumes
10 Inedible Baby and Pet Outfits
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Naked Sushi
Sushi Gone Naughty
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Sushi Cupcakes
Fish-Friendly Baking
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Sushi Cannibalism Party
Bizarre Eating Rituals
25
$1,000 Sushi
Foie Gras High Roller at Koi
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Inedible Sushi
Lego Sushi Combo Platter
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Sushi Rolling Machine
Bandai Namco
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Sushi Rolling Fees
TAO's 'Spiritual Dining' in Vegas
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Sushi Pillow
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Incredible Inedible Fish
17 Sushi-Inspired Products
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Fruit Sushi
Unagi & Banana Rolls at the Bellagio
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Nigirizushi-Frozen Sushi
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Insect Sushi
Bug 'Power Protein' Snacks
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Conveyor Belt Bike Parts
In London, Lixx's Bicycle Mods Are Displayed Like Sushi
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Danish Designed Japanese Food
Sticks 'n' Sushi
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Sushi USBs
Fishy Flash Drives Come in Rolls & Nigiri
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Making Food Cute
10 Sushi Chic Designs
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Advertising on Spare Tires
Yuzu Sushi Guerrilla Ad
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Festive Sushi Ornaments
Fishy Baubles For Your Christmas Tree
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Fishy Desserts
Indulge with Sushi Themed Chocolates
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5 Minute Standing Sushi Bars
Uogashi Nihon-Ichi
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Birthday Cake Sushi
Savory Treats from Ryu Gu Jo
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Famous Portraits Made of Sushi
Ken Kawasumi's "Sunflowers"
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Fake Sushi Fraud
Cheap Substitutes Passed Off As Red Snapper
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Kitschy Kitchen Timers
This Inedible Sushi Sculpture Doubles as Timekeeper
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Sushi Sweepers
Food-Inspired Screen Cleaners
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Sushi Cologne
Smell Like Dinner Wherever You Go
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Edible Postcards
Made of Dried Sushi
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Mobile Food Guides
Sushi iPhone App Translates Fish Names For You
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Japan-Inspired Chocolate Collections
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Digital Pet Dining Experiences
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Romantic Japanese Snack Boxes
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Menu-Themed Plush Items
Jellycat Expands its 'Fish & Chips' Experience with Additional Plush Toys
Curated Halloween-Inspired Japanese Snacks
TokyoTreat is Boasting Japanese Snacks for Halloween
Character-Dessert Collab Menus
Paris Baguette Kpop Demon Hunters Desserts Capture Cinematic Fandom
Treat-Themed Crafting Dolls
Far Out Toys' Pretty Sweets Invites Kids to Customize Mini Desserts
Brick Toy-Inspired Jewelry
Studio GOGO's LEGO-Inspired Jewellery is Made to Be Played With
Gourmet Tinned Seafood Collections
Siesta Co.'s Vegan Seaweed Tins Boast Gen Z-Friendly Packaging
Salmon Superfood Balls
SMASH it!'s Wild-Caught Salmon Bites Provide GLP-1 Support
Japanese Listening Bar-Inspired Restaurants
Commune Design Revamps the JW Marriott Hotel Tower
Lollipop-Inspired Dessert Bites
SLICE x Chupa Chups Slice Balls Feature Nostalgic Gooey Centers
Dubai-Style Mochi Bites
A Viral Treat Inspired My/Mochi's Dubai Chocolate Style Mochi Ice Cream
Ice Cream Press-On Nails
Magnum x Naomi Yasuda Partner for Delectable 3D Press-On Nails
Nostalgic Cookie Puzzle Sets
The LEGO Butter Cookie Tin Turns a Familiar Container into a Model
Meatball Lollipops
IKEA x Chupa Chups Meatball Lollipop Turns an April Fools Idea into a Product
Viral Chocolate Easter Eggs
Dubai Chocolate Inspired Melt's Pistachio & Kataifi Breton Egg
Japanese-Themed Bodega Meals
The Bessou Snack Shop Prepares Japanese Classics Like a NYC Bodega
Playful Dessert Collaborations
Godiva X Labubu Treats Serve Chocolate Swirls with Whimsical Flair
Social Media-Inspired Chocolates
Hershey's Dubai-Inspired Chocolate Bar is a Limited-Edition Treat
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Shareable Chocolate Ice Creams
The Chocolatiers Series by Salt & Straw Brings People Together
Viral Satisfying ASMR Toys
MGA Entertainment's Slime Life Turns Digital Trends into Physical Play
Sour Mochi Gummies
Issei Mochi Gummies Launched a Fruity, Chewy Sour Collection
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Collectible-Inspired Chocolates
A Viral Monster Plush Inspired Palm Bites’ New Confections
Vibrant Nautical-Themed Cartoon Meals
Burger King x SpongeBob SquarePants Launch an Exclusive Menu
Flavor Mashup Snacks
Mad Genius Snack Lab Makes Globally Inspired Bites for Gen Z & Millennials
Cereal-Steeped Ice Creams
The Cereal-sly Delicious Series by Salt & Straw Remixes Familiar Flavors
Summer-Inspired Japanese Snack Collections
TokyoTreat Minimart Has Launched a Special Summer Line
Nail Polish-Inspired Cupcakes
The Gourmet Grocery Collection Inspired Baked by Melissa and essie
Birthday-Themed Mochi Treats
My/Mochi and Mattel Debut Barbie Birthday Cake Ice Cream
Virally Inspired Cooking Products
TikTok Influenced Waitrose's Newest Cooks’ Ingredients Additions
Noodle Character Plush Toys
Nissin x Godzilla Plush Turns Cup Noodles into a Collectible Character
Dubai-Style Mochi Snacks
Aldi's Dubai Chocolate Style Mochi Crosses Over Two Viral Treats
Sourdough Pizza Pop-Ups
Michelin Hexagon Chef x Tony's Present Unconventional Flavors
Anime Fast Food Collaborations
Popeyes Canada Launches a ONE PIECE-Themed Menu and Experience.
Wood-Flavored Ice Cream
Justin Davies Shared a Viral Food Experiment with Smoked Cedar Chocolate
Autumnal Japanese QSR Menus
McDonald’s Japan Tsukimi Menu Has Savory and Sweet Items
Sensory ASMR-Style Toys
Incredible Group's Squishi Toys Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Robotic Wedding Cakes
RoboCake Shared Advancements in Robotic Food Research at Expo 2025 Osaka
Regional Ice Cream Desserts
These McDonald’s Japan McFlurry Desserts Come in Two Varieties
DIY Food Collectibles
MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini From Scratch Fuses Collecting & Crafting
Sardine-Shaped Dark Chocolates
Fishwife Partnered with Bixby Chocolate for Valentine's Day
Premium Strawberry Preserves
Oishii Launched Artisanal Jams with a Michelin-Starred Chef
Iconic Franchise Puzzle Partnerships
LEGO and Pokémon Join Forces on a Multi-Year Partnership
Anime-Inspired Building Sets
LEGO Created a One Piece Collaboration with Netflix
Mochi-Inspired Waffle Mixes
Mochi Foods' Mochi Pancake & Waffle Mixes Make Fluffy Baked Goods
Dubai-Style Ice Cream Creations
A Viral Treat Inspired Baskin-Robbins' Dubai Chocolate Collection
Frozen Marshmallow Square Sandwiches
Rice Krispies Treats Ice Cream Remixes a Beloved Treat
Spicy-Sweet Sushi Rolls
Hissho Sushi & Mike's Hot Honey Launched a Honey Maple Smoked Salmon Roll
Crystal Seaweed Candies
Misaky Tokyo Makes Handcrafted, Jewel-Toned Luxury Treats
Consumer Holographic Photo Frames
Looking Glass Musubi Frame Launches on Kickstarter
Dubai-Inspired Bakery Creations
Paris Baguette Features Limited-Time Dubai Chocolate Items
Japanese-Style Egg Salad Sandwiches
7-Eleven Has Expanded Its Prepared Food Selection in the US
Ube-Inspired Bread Rolls
King's Hawaiian Has Introduced the Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls
Limited-Edition Regional-Specific Snack Boxes
Tokyotreat Presents the Harajuku Snackventure Box
Filet Mignon Sushi Rolls
Rock N’ Roll Sushi's Has a New Surf and Turf Roll for Summer
Mochi Ice Cream Sandwiches
My/Mochi Created a Fun, Sensorial Treat for Gen Z Snackers
Festive Mochi Gummies
Issei Dropped Dark Chocolate Covered Peppermint Mochi Gummies
Puzzle Dessert Sculptures
LEGO Tiramisu by Micdud Recreates a Dessert Using Over 1,100 Brick
Bean-Filled Chocolate Eggs
UKSnackAttack Shares Imaginative "Snackfishing" Content on Instagram
Burger-Style Frozen Novelties
The Frosty Burger Serves Chicken Ice Cream in an Encrusted Patty
Latin-Inspired Youth-Focused Foods
Little Spoon and Siete Foods Debut Two Limited-Edition Meals
Colorful Whipped Cream Sandwiches
This Chocolate Sprinkles Whipped Cream Sandwich is Going Viral
Multisensorial Snack Balls
Kream's Dubai Chewy Ball is Layered with Flavors and Textures
Tech-Driven Building Toys
LEGO Introduced Its New Smart Play Platform with Enhanced Technology
Deceptive Dessert Cakes
M Street's April Fools Cakes Look Like One Thing and Taste Like Another
Globally Inspired Open-Face Bagels
Rise Bagels Incorporates Ssamjang Schmear, Kimchi Jjigae & More
Savory Breakfast Cups
Incredifulls Share Scrambled Eggs, Cheese & Seasoning in a Bite
Vibrant Cafeteria-Inspired Campaigns
Lunchtime Becomes a Joyous Time in 'The Lunchables Effect'
Berry-Infused Salts
JSC x Oishii Infused Koyo Berry Salt Enhances Drinks, Desserts & More
Tahini-Inspired Cooking Classes
Mighty Sesame® and Homemade Joined Forces on a Series of Classes
Supermarket-Inspired Slime Toys
Zuru Slime Mart Shares Baskets & Bags with Food-Like Sensory Toys
Animated Movie Baked Goods
Lola’s and Disney Partnered on a Series of Sweet Treats
Animation-Themed Kids Meals
Oscar Mayer and Disney Partnered for Lilo & Stitch-Themed Meals
Frozen Plant-Based Fillets
OSHI Makes Alternatives to White Fish and Salmon
Experimental Chopstick Designs
Chopsticks 箸 Exhibition by S—3 Reinterprets East Asian Utensil
Show-Inspired Burger Menus
Burger King Spongebob Menu Brings Animated Flavor to Fast Food
Japanese-Inspired Caesar Salad
Just Salad's New Wasabi Caesar Salad Features a Spicy Twist
Modular STEM Displays
LEGO Celebrates the Evolution of STEM with an Architectural Set
Character-Led Cake Jar Collections
ThisandThat Studio Introduced Das Susse Studio Cake in a Glass
Collaboration Candy Brand Cakes
Squashies Drumstick Celebration Cake is Arriving at Tesco
Globally Inspired Pastries
Starbucks Launched the Dubai Chocolate Bite and More
Combat-Themed QSR Burger Menus
McDonald's Japan Street Burgers are Street Fighter-Inspired
Wish-Inspired Bake-Off Events
Fairmont and Make-A-Wish Launch the Bake-A-Wish Challenge
Anime-Themed Sushi Dining Experiences
The JUJUTSU KAISEN x Kura Sushi Collaboration is Tasty
Japanes Ume Mochi Products
Sakuraco Spotlights the Soft and Delectable Ume Mochi
Anime-Inspired QSR Menus
Burger King France Introduces a New Naruto Menu
Bread-Themed Wrapping Paper Sets
Bakermee Introduces the New Set of Wrapping Paper and Stickers
Motion Liquid Art Distortions
The Lidris Robot Creates Edible Illustrations Directly Inside Drinks
Mochi-Inspired Muffin Mixes
Mochi Foods' Butter Mochi Cake & Muffin Mix Features Sweet Rice Flour
Convenient Sushi Bakes
Mama Hu’s Sushi Bakes are Deconstructed Rolls Served in Casserole Form
Evolutionary Toronto Dining Experiences
The Drake Hotel Unveiled a Reimagined Gen-Z-Forward Menu
Satisfying Rice-Made Bun Burgers
The 7-Eleven Rice Burger Comes in Two Flavors
Gaming-Inspired Food Partnerships
Nanak Foods and Nintendo of Canada Debut Their Collaboration
Salted Japanese Chocolate Confections
These New Meiji Products are Limited-Edition
Candy Bar-Inspired Cupcakes
Baked by Melissa Teamed Up with Candy Brands for a New Collection
Japanese-Influenced Beverage Menus
Secret Sandwich Shop Launches a Second Store at Harvey Nichols
Sashimi-Style Seafood Debuts
Norcod Unveils a New Snow Cod Sashimi for the Chinese Market
PB&J-Inspired Sandwich Plates
Peanut Butter & Co Made Unique Dishware with Messy Jessy Ceramics
Seafood-Flavored Snack Chips
Frito-Lay’s Shaketoba Corn Chips Has a Satisfying Fish Flavor
Burger-Themed Slime Sets
The Slime Life Cheeseburger DIY Slime Kit Has Layers of Fun
QSR Poke Bowl Lineups
Freshii Launches Premium Poke Bowls Nationwide Elevating Fast-Casual Dining
Pink-Hued Cancer Awareness Sushis
FUSIAN Pink Sushi Rolls Support the Breast Cancer Fund of Ohio
Viral Chocolate Sundaes
The Ghirardelli Dubai Style Chocolate Sundae is Familiar Yet Elevated
Sustainable Protein Mochi Tarts
Atlr.72 Mochelie is Made with Solein
Freeze-Dried Japanese Meals
Kayanoya USA Launches a Freeze-Dried Chawanmushi Product
At-Home Omakase Experiences
Noble Fresh Cart Introduces the Sushi Masterpiece Set
NYC-Inspired QSR Burger Menus
The McDonald's Japan New York Burgers Come in Four Options
Japanese Restaurant Retail Sauces
These Sticks’n’Sushi Sauces Come in Five Varieties
Food-Inspired Cocktail Concept Menus
The Salmon Guru Eat Your Cocktail Menu Rethinks Cocktails
Signature Chef Noodle Products
Momofuku Goods Noodles Now Come in Sesame Miso
Spicy Summertime Sushi Menus
The Rock N’ Roll Sushi Summer Series Menu Showcases Spicy Flavors
Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art
Saori Matsushita Creates a New Range of Porcelain Pieces
Plant-Powered Mochi Cakes
Unlimeat's Korean Mochi Cake Avoids Gluten, Dairy, Eggs & GMOs
Sun-Kissed Character Breads
Chiikawa Bakery's Limited-Time Menu Features Sunburned Treats
Functional Viral Chocolate Desserts
The Frutta Bowls Dubai Chocolate Menu is Sweet and Satisfying
Artisanal Strawberry Jams
Oishii Unveils its New Artisanal Upcycled Strawberry Jam
Peruvian Fusion Sushi
Edo Sushi Bar Reinvents Sushi with Bold Local Flavors
Collectable Sculptural Doll Collections
Inedible Doll Was Founded by Designer Stella Cheng
Plant-Powered Sushi Courses
Tabimori Launched an Omakase Sushi Course for Vegetarians and Vegans
Mochi-Inspired Candy Ranges
Fini Mini Mochis are Inspired by the Classic Japanese Treats
Satay-Style Snack Mixes
Mitsuba's Streetfood Snack Mix Takes Cues from Indonesian Cuisine
Regionally Inspired Plant-Based Foods
These New The Tofoo Co. Products Come in Tw Options
Plant-Based Salmon Fillets
Juicy Marbles and Revo Foods Developed Flaky, Versatile Kinda Salmon
Immersive Cultural Dining Experiences
HIRAKUZA Ginza Tokyo Combines Sumo Wrestling with Dining
American-Made Sake Brands
Kintsugi Sake Blends Japanese Brewing Traditions with Modern Innovation
Vegan-Friendly Fish-Inspired Products
These Plant-Based Fish Products are Arriving in Israel
Mystery Ice Cream Shops
Surprise Scoop Invites Ice Cream Lovers to Play Flavor Roulette
Globally Flavored Protein Bowls
California Fish Grill Launched Sustainable Protein Bowls
QSR Meal Sunkissed Toys
McDonald's Japan Rolls Out Another Hello Kitty Happy Meal Range
16-Course Sushi Experiences
Sushi Masu Offers a Unique Omakase and a Curated 'Masu Picnic Box'
Asia-Influenced Western Dishes
Bombastic Supper Club Unveils its Winter Delights with a New Menu
Japanese-Style Savory Pancakes
Trader Joe's Vegetable Pancake Includes Sauce and a Tuna Topping
Unique Artistic Books
Melanie Dunea Unveils 'Amuse-Bouche,' a Fashion-Food Photo Book
Japanese Landscape-Donned Restaurants
Kriskadecor Installs a Mural at the Ginza 41 Restaurant
Ocean-Friendly Seafood Meals
Green Chef's April Recipes Share Seafood Watch-Recommended Seafoods