Nigiri Sushi
Delicate hand-pressed rice under fresh seafood and other premium toppings, served with soy, ginger, and wasabi – a timeless classic.
What is Nigiri Sushi?
Nigiri sushi, or Nigirizushi, is a delicate and minimalist Japanese sushi dish crafted with seasoned sushi rice and the freshest fish. It’s the most familiar and easy-to-love style for new sushi eaters and the epitome of refined simplicity.
Nigiri literally means “roll”, and these light and delicious hand-pressed rice shapes are topped with a delicate slice of fresh fish (or other ingredients), plus a tiny and fiery dot of wasabi. Finally, they are cut into precise pieces, ready to serve, and sometimes secured with a paper-thin wrap of nori.
Nigiri sushi rolls pair perfectly with other Japanese sushi dishes, including Maki (hand-rolled sushi) and Sashimi (sliced fish with no rice).
Sushi Jiro Boxhill
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This place is a favourite. All the iPad ordered food comes out incredibly fresh, hot and tasty. The conveyor belt is always restocked and the price is great. Highly recommend for your next visit to Vic Gardens!
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We have been here many times and always love going! The staff are very friendly and helpful and helped us with all our questions. Most importantly the food is Very nice and
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Sushi cuisine
Sushi Jiro’s menu showcases a diverse selection of modern Japanese cuisine. Our offerings include traditional nigiri, beautifully wrapped maki, pure and simple sashimi, and innovative uramaki with rice on the outside.
NIGIRI
MAKI
SASHIMI
URAMAKI
GUNKAN
ABURI
TEMAKI
NORI TACO
Australia's only producer of RSPCA-Approved salmon
The RSPCA Standard does not cover Macquarie Harbour which means that around 98% of Huon Salmon is RSPCA-approved.
Prepared with Daily Fresh Deliveries
We source only the freshest ingredients every day, ensuring each piece of Nigiri is crafted with authentic taste and premium quality.
Types of Nigiri at Sushi Jiro
At Sushi Jiro, we have Nigiri sushi rolls to tempt every taste bud, wherever you’re at on your Japanese cuisine journey. Try these delicious options as you explore new favourites, all packed with freshness and authenticity:
Classic Thin Rolls (HosoNigiri)
HosoNigiri are thin and delicate rolls with a single star filling that takes centre stage, such as tuna, salmon, cucumber and avocado. These minimalist nigiri rolls are ideal for sushi purists or anyone craving a light, supremely fresh snack.
Thicker Rolls for Big Flavour (FutoNigiri)
Looking for something with that blend of flavour and punch? FutoNigiri are thicker Nigiri sushi rolls filled with expertly balanced fillings, such as avocado and tuna, mixed vegetables, or spicy chicken. Our FutoNigiri rolls also include crabstick, egg, tobiko, inari and cucumber.
Vegetarian & Vegan Nigiri Options
We offer delicious plant-based options too. Our vegetarian and vegan nigiri options include the freshest avocado, cucumber, inari and vegetable tempura. Check out our popular vegan salmon, too! Every vegetarian and vegan Nigiri sushi is impeccably fresh, flavoursome and satisfying – delightful at any time of day.
Please note that the availability of our vegetarian and vegan Nigiri can vary by store and location.
Family-Friendly Nigiri Rolls
Little ones will love our milder Nigiri rolls, with gentler flavours, cooked fillings and easy-to-hold pieces. Our Nigiri sushi platters are ideal for families too, encouraging children to explore Japanese cuisine and have fun sharing together.
How to Enjoy Nigiri
To get the most from our hand-crafted Nigiri sushi, explore different pairings so that the exquisite ingredients and preparation complement each other in new and surprising ways. Bring your favourite people too!
Here’s what we recommend for the finest Nigiri sushi dining experience:
- Experiment with pairings: Try Nigiri and sashimi for variety, and Nigiri with miso soup for a warming starter. Our Nigiri sushi platters are a great way to explore new flavours too.
- Follow simple Nigiri sushi etiquette: It’s easy! Use your fingers or chopsticks to carefully dip the edge of your Nigiri sushi roll in soy sauce and try to keep the roll intact. Enjoy the complex, energetic blend of lightly sweet, appealingly sour and deep umami flavours. Cleanse your palette between rolls with a little pickled ginger and a sip of water, iced tea or green tea.
- Make Nigiri a social dining occasion: Nigiri sushi rolls are infinitely shareable, and ideal for casual catch-ups, family dinners and office lunches (our Nigiri sushi platters make group ordering easy!)
Nigiri Sushi for Every Occasion
Expertly handmade with the freshest seafood, meat, plant-based alternatives and local market ingredients, our premium and super-fresh Nigiri sushi instantly elevates any occasion! Our Nigiri sushi catering is ideal for parties and school events, and our Nigiri sushi platters are always popular with office meetings or informal gatherings.
Sushi Jiro locations are dotted around convenient locations in Australia, with multiple outlets in urban hotspots such as Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia.
Pop in to speak with the local Sushi Jiro team about the day’s current Nigiri sushi platters, boxes and rolls, and gather exciting ideas and inspiration from the chefs who create each masterpiece! You can also order online to choose the latest daily roll boxes, Nigiri platters and your other sushi favourites in just a few clicks (where available).
Enjoy Nigiri Sushi Across Australia
Nigiri sushi can be found in Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
With multiple convenient locations, it’s easy to discover the freshest and most delicious Nigiri sushi and make your next meal an occasion to remember. Dine in for the atmosphere (and the exciting sushi train in some locations), or indulge at home in comfort with takeaway or delivery to your door.
Find your nearest Sushi Jiro in Australia or order online today.
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