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IN PHOTOS | International Sushi Day 2025: Explore the Japanese delicacy through these menus in Mumbai

Updated On: 17 June, 2025 06:46 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

Every year, International Sushi Day is observed on June 18 around the world. The delicious dish has spread far and wide and has become even more popular in Mumbai over the years

If you are looking to explore different types of sushi, here's your opportunity to get introduced to them. Photos Courtesy: Special Arrangement

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If you are looking to explore different types of sushi, here's your opportunity to get introduced to them. Photos Courtesy: Special Arrangement
Someplace Else is hosting Sushi Day for you to experiment with different delicious types of sushi at the restaurant. Bite into the Summer Uramaki Roll, where creamy tofu, ripe mango, and fresh mint come together; the California Roll delivers a satisfying medley of avocado, crab, and cucumber, delicately finished with tobiko; the Spicy Shiitake Mushroom Roll packs a punch with its chilli-glazed mushrooms and a hint of sesame.
Where: Someplace Else, Jio World, BKCWhen: June 18Call: +91 83569 84990

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Someplace Else is hosting Sushi Day for you to experiment with different delicious types of sushi at the restaurant. Bite into the Summer Uramaki Roll, where creamy tofu, ripe mango, and fresh mint come together; the California Roll delivers a satisfying medley of avocado, crab, and cucumber, delicately finished with tobiko; the Spicy Shiitake Mushroom Roll packs a punch with its chilli-glazed mushrooms and a hint of sesame.

Where: Someplace Else, Jio World, BKC
When: June 18
Call: +91 83569 84990

At KOKO, they have a signature menu that includes not only vegetarian but non-vegetarian specials. For the those who want to try the non-meat options, dig into KOKO Signature Roll with tempura asparagus and avocado wrapped in a blanket of crisps and the in-house sauce; The Golden Maki takes it a step further with white asparagus tempura, white truffle, cream cheese, avocado salsa, and kakidane finished with gold dust. On the other hand, the Chilli Tempura Roll brings in Thai red chilli, cucumber, avocado, and spicy crisps if you want to experiment with flavours.
For those can't do without enjoying their meat dishes, the signature roll is with prawn tempura and avocado. The Golden Maki, with tuna tartare and charcoal crisps, is elevated with white truffle cream and tobiko; the Wild Salmon & Truffle Roll is layered with cream cheese, jalapeños, and tobiko, and the Hamachi Maki spicy hamachi meets kakidane, king chilli, and chia seeds. Last but the least, the classic California Roll with crab meat, caviar, avocado, and cucumber rounds out the selection.
Where: KOKO, Lower ParelWhen: June 18 Call: 77159 63030 for reservations

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At KOKO, they have a signature menu that includes not only vegetarian but non-vegetarian specials. For the those who want to try the non-meat options, dig into KOKO Signature Roll with tempura asparagus and avocado wrapped in a blanket of crisps and the in-house sauce; The Golden Maki takes it a step further with white asparagus tempura, white truffle, cream cheese, avocado salsa, and kakidane finished with gold dust. On the other hand, the Chilli Tempura Roll brings in Thai red chilli, cucumber, avocado, and spicy crisps if you want to experiment with flavours.

For those can't do without enjoying their meat dishes, the signature roll is with prawn tempura and avocado. The Golden Maki, with tuna tartare and charcoal crisps, is elevated with white truffle cream and tobiko; the Wild Salmon & Truffle Roll is layered with cream cheese, jalapeños, and tobiko, and the Hamachi Maki spicy hamachi meets kakidane, king chilli, and chia seeds. Last but the least, the classic California Roll with crab meat, caviar, avocado, and cucumber rounds out the selection.

Where: KOKO, Lower Parel
When: June 18 
Call: 77159 63030 for reservations

Elsewhere, the chefs at Donmai want you to explore the Unagi Uramaki, and Tofu Uramaki, while the purists can opt for the Nigiri selection.
Where: Donmai, WorliWhen: June 18Time: 12 noon - 1:30 amCall: 97306 59776 for reservationsPrice: Rs 4,000 for food and Rs 6,000 with alcohol for two people

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Elsewhere, the chefs at Donmai want you to explore the Unagi Uramaki, and Tofu Uramaki, while the purists can opt for the Nigiri selection.

Where: Donmai, Worli
When: June 18
Time: 12 noon - 1:30 am
Call: 97306 59776 for reservations
Price: Rs 4,000 for food and Rs 6,000 with alcohol for two people

At the newly-opened Gaijin, chef Anand Morwani experiments with the traditional battleship-style sushi “Gunkan” to make a variety of interpretations. Enjoy Truffle Corn Gunkan or Salmon Gunkan but not without trying the Leeks Nigiri, Salmon Aburi Nigiri, Heart of Palm and Avocado Maki and Truffle Teriyaki Salmon Maki.
Where: Gaijin, Khar WestWhen: June 18Time: Lunch: 12 noon to 3 pm and 7 pm to 1:30 am Call: 8591615552

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At the newly-opened Gaijin, chef Anand Morwani experiments with the traditional battleship-style sushi “Gunkan” to make a variety of interpretations. Enjoy Truffle Corn Gunkan or Salmon Gunkan but not without trying the Leeks Nigiri, Salmon Aburi Nigiri, Heart of Palm and Avocado Maki and Truffle Teriyaki Salmon Maki.

Where: Gaijin, Khar West
When: June 18
Time: Lunch: 12 noon to 3 pm and 7 pm to 1:30 am 
Call: 8591615552

At Sozo Izakaya, diners can enjoy delicious dishes from the menu include vegetarian favourites such as the Avocado Maki, Veg Dynamite, and Sozo Veg Maki, which offer familiar comfort with a twist of texture and spice. If you love seafood, then try the Crab Avocado, Shrimp Dynamite, Sozo Shrimp Maki, and Prawn Dumpling. If you like unconventional flavours, then opt for Sweet Paprika Cream Cheese (nori out) and Spicy Salmon Avocado (nori out) and Tori Maki, made with chicken nanban, slaw, and tonkatsu sauce.
Where: Sozo Izakaya, Versova When: June 18 

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At Sozo Izakaya, diners can enjoy delicious dishes from the menu include vegetarian favourites such as the Avocado Maki, Veg Dynamite, and Sozo Veg Maki, which offer familiar comfort with a twist of texture and spice. If you love seafood, then try the Crab Avocado, Shrimp Dynamite, Sozo Shrimp Maki, and Prawn Dumpling. If you like unconventional flavours, then opt for Sweet Paprika Cream Cheese (nori out) and Spicy Salmon Avocado (nori out) and Tori Maki, made with chicken nanban, slaw, and tonkatsu sauce.

Where: Sozo Izakaya, Versova 
When: June 18 

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