Anyone with an interest in Japan is sure to have heard of sushi, one of the nation’s signature dishes. What some may not know is that sushi comes in a variety of shapes and can be made with all sorts of delicious ingredients.

While some kinds feature uncooked fish, there are others that have other types of seafood, like squid and shrimp, or even no seafood at all. The best way to learn about sushi is to dive right into a batch yourself and savor the myriad flavors.

Have any of the illustrations below got your mouth watering?

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