# Cupcake-Inspired Sushi 'Cupcake Sushi' is the Latest Innovation in Japanese Cuisine By Charlotte Joyce Kidd | Published 2015-08-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupcake-sushi References: [huffingtonpost](http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/sushi-cupcakes-dreams-now-reality_55d3aa4be4b055a6dab1e90d?ncid=edlinkushpmg00000030) & [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/user/mosogourmet) Cupcake sushi is a new delectable, bite-size way to eat the popular Japanese dish. Don't be fooled by the cupcake shape -- these cupcake sushi bites are not for dessert. They're actually made with nori seaweed cups, which you can find online or at a Japanese grocery store. Temari -- Japanese balls of sushi rice and raw or cooked seafood and toppings -- are placed inside the seaweed cups to create the cupcake sushi. Because of the crinkly, edible nori base, the miniature sushi treats look just like cupcakes. Some variations even have [foamed soy sauce](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-hot-honey-roll) on top, like savory icing. From "sushirritos" to [sushi pizza](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-sushi-rolls), sushi lovers are always looking for new ways to eat their favorite dish. Sushi cupcakes are just the latest in the race to find the next big sushi concept. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cupcake-inspired Sushi:** The trend of cupcake-inspired sushi presents an opportunity for sushi restaurants to create visually appealing and unique sushi creations. - **Sushi Innovation:** The constant search for new sushi concepts provides an opportunity for culinary entrepreneurs to create and market innovative sushi dishes. - **Creative Sushi Presentation:** The trend of creatively presenting sushi, such as in cupcake form, opens up opportunities for chefs and restaurants to offer visually striking and Instagrammable sushi experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can take advantage of the cupcake-inspired sushi trend by incorporating unique sushi creations into their menus. - **Restaurant:** Restaurants specializing in sushi can capitalize on the sushi innovation trend by constantly experimenting and introducing new and innovative sushi dishes to attract customers. - **Culinary Arts:** The culinary arts industry can explore creative sushi presentation techniques, like cupcake sushi, to enhance the dining experience and attract food enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sushi-Inspired 3D-Printed Confections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-confections.md) - [Convenient Sushi Bakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-bakes.md) - [Oven-Ready Sushi Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crushi.md) - [Elevated Sushi Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kura-sushi-1.md) - [Cajun-Asian Fusion Sushi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tempura-shrimp-sushi-roll.md) - [Dessert-Centric Temaki Sushis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mochi-ice-cream-temakis.md) - [Convenient Cupcake Snack Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupcake-bites.md) - [Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-roll-cupcakes.md) - [Plant-Powered Sushi Courses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omakase-sushi-course.md)