# Sushi Snow Globes Eri Nami's Novelty Snow Globe Designs Take Cues from Japanese Cuisine By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-02-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novelty-snow-globe References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/372273/A-Quirky-Mouth-Watering-Assortment-Of-Sushi-Snow-Globes/) & [eriinami.blogspot.jp](http://eriinami.blogspot.jp/2013/12/blog-post.html) In place of traditional icons of Japan like Mount Fuji or the Golden Pavilion, these [novelty snow globes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious) by artist Eri Nami feature another staple of the country. The sushi-themed snowglobes are designed to look like they contain pieces of [sea urchin and salmon roe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norcod), decorated with sparkles in the shapes of stars and hearts. Whether or not you've been to Japan, these snowglobes definitely have appeal to anyone with a love of sushi. Since these snowglobe designs are not souvenirs that are specific to a particular region, t's easy to imagine that they could be sold at local sushi shops with just as much success. These kitschy pieces of decor are sure to keep [sushi lovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omakase-sushi-course) hungry for more creative designs from Eri Nami. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Novelty Snow Globes:** Exploring unconventional designs for snow globes inspired by different themes, such as Japanese cuisine. - **Sushi-themed Decor:** Creating unique sushi-inspired decorative items that cater to sushi enthusiasts and fans of Japanese culture. - **Creative Souvenirs:** Designing innovative souvenirs that showcase cultural elements in unconventional ways, appealing to a wider audience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Incorporating unique and innovative designs into various artistic creations, including snow globes and decorative items. - **Food and Beverage:** Expanding beyond traditional food items to create food-inspired merchandise, appealing to food enthusiasts and collectors. - **Tourism and Travel:** Introducing distinctive souvenirs that go beyond conventional choices, enticing travelers to purchase unique mementos of their journey. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Sushi-Inspired Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-suitcases.md) - [Illusory Snow Globe Decorations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-snow-globe.md) - [Convenient Sushi Bakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-bakes.md) - [At-Home Omakase Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noble-fresh-cart.md) - [Elevated Restaurant Sushi Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-experience.md) - [Sushi Boat Blocked Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funamori-platter-set.md) - [Sushi-Inspired Computer Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moushi-mouse.md) - [Dessert-Centric Temaki Sushis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mochi-ice-cream-temakis.md) - [Pregnancy-Safe Sushi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kanetsu-sushi.md)