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# Breaded Fried Chicken Sushi
Kappa Sushi Launches a Fried Chicken Nigiri for the Holidays

By Amy Duong | Published 2020-12-09 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kappa-sushi
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/12/japanese-kappa-sushi-chain-introduces-fried-chicken-sushi-christmas-info)

[Kappa Sushi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-f1) introduces a Fried Chicken Nigiri as the latest option to join its menu this holiday season. In modern Japanese culture, it is tradition to enjoy [fried chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbird-chicken-japanese-bbq), especially KFC. To follow through with the same idea, Kappa Sushi offers the new crispy option to fuse old and new traditions.

This pairs together seasoned and breaded chicken fillet that is sliced and fried. It is topped with mayo and rests on top of a block of sushi rice. Additionally, those who do not prefer to have the rice with their chicken have the option to choose to have it alone. The chicken is seasoned with a generous about of black pepper or the option of [togarashi spicy pepper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honey-maple-smoked-salmon-roll) as well.

Image Credit: Kappa Create Co

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.5/10
- Popularity: 24% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Fusion Foods:** The combination of traditional ingredients with new flavors presents opportunities for creating unique dishes that appeal to a wide range of consumers.
- **Customization:** Offering options for customers to personalize their orders, like choosing to have the chicken without rice, can enhance customer satisfaction and drive sales.
- **Cross-cultural Celebrations:** Introducing dishes that incorporate elements from different cultures during festive seasons can bring a sense of novelty and excitement to the dining experience.

### Where This Applies

- **Restaurant:** Restaurants can explore creative ways of blending different cuisines to attract adventurous food enthusiasts.
- **Food Delivery:** Food delivery platforms can partner with innovative sushi restaurants to offer exclusive fusion food options to customers.
- **Seasonal Celebrations:** Catering companies can create special menus for holiday events that merge traditional and contemporary dishes to cater to diverse tastes.

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