World Sushi Day
World Sushi Day, also called International Sushi Day, is held on 18 June each year and marks sushi and Japanese food culture.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- UAE and Gulf (not marked)
- International
About the day
World Sushi Day, also known as International Sushi Day, falls on 18 June each year. It marks sushi and the wider culture of traditional Japanese food.
Restaurants and Japanese cultural bodies hold events on the date. In 2025 the Consulate-General of Japan in Auckland marked the day with sushi demonstrations and a hands-on sushi-making event at a local restaurant.
The day suits Japanese restaurants, seafood suppliers, rice and condiment brands, food delivery platforms, cookery schools and travel companies promoting Japan.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 18 June 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Sunday 18 June 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Monday 18 June 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Restaurants
- Seafood
- Food manufacturing
- Food delivery
- Cookery schools
- Travel and tourism
Questions and answers
When is World Sushi Day 2027?
World Sushi Day 2027 is on Friday 18 June 2027. It falls on the same date every year.
Who organises World Sushi Day?
World Sushi Day has no single organiser. Many organisations mark it independently.
Where is World Sushi Day marked?
World Sushi Day is marked in the UK and the USA, and internationally.
Where do these details come from?
We checked these details against one source, including Consulate-General of Japan in Auckland: World Sushi Day 2025. They were last checked on 28 October 2026.
Where this information comes from
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