Miyazaki Lettuce Maki

Miyazaki lettuce maki rolls vinegared rice, a broad lettuce leaf, cooked shrimp and a house mayonnaise sauce in nori. Its raw vegetable and mayonnaise combination influenced salad rolls, but...

Miyazaki Lettuce Maki
Illustration showing the defining features of the food.

At a glance

NameMiyazaki Lettuce Maki (Lettuce Maki)
PrefectureMiyazaki
RegionKyushu & Okinawa
TypeShrimp, lettuce and mayonnaise-sauce sushi roll

What is it?

Miyazaki lettuce maki rolls vinegared rice, a broad lettuce leaf, cooked shrimp and a house mayonnaise sauce in nori.

Its raw vegetable and mayonnaise combination influenced salad rolls, but not every generic salad roll is the original product.

History and local context

Official tourism credits Sushi-dokoro Ippei founder Shoji Muraoka with creating it for composer Masaaki Hirao.

Cook shrimp, wash and dry lettuce, keep the roll cold and brief at room temperature, and check crustacean, egg, soy and wheat.

How to enjoy it

Eat while the lettuce is crisp and first try it without extra soy so the shrimp and sauce remain clear.

Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Miyazaki Lettuce Maki from?

It is associated with Miyazaki, in the Kyushu & Okinawa region of Japan.

What kind of food is Miyazaki Lettuce Maki?

This guide classifies it as shrimp, lettuce and mayonnaise-sauce sushi roll. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.

Can I order Miyazaki Lettuce Maki online?

Use the Rakuten Japan search link on this page. Confirm the maker, ingredients, storage requirements, and international shipping before ordering.

Order from Japan

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