Why You Should Never Use Chopsticks with Japanese Sushi

The first time I tried it, I instinctively reached for chopsticks, but the chef gave me a look that said, "Nope, not today." Turns out, eating nigiri with your hands is the way to go. After wiping my hands with the hot towel they handed me, I picked up the nigiri with my thumb and middle finger. Pouring a tiny bit of soy sauce into the dish, I flipped the sushi so only the fish touched the sauce—never the rice. That’s a mistake you only make once; the rice soaks up too much and falls apart. A dab of wasabi on top, and the whole piece goes in at once. No biting, no splitting. The flavor is clean, sharp, and somehow more respectful to the fish. #NigiriSushi #SushiEtiquette #Eating experience #JapaneseCuisine #Food