Nigiri sushi is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of a small ball of vinegared rice topped with a slice of fish or other ingredients.Unlike sashimi, which is simply thinly sliced raw fish served without rice, nigiri combines rice and topping for a balanced bite.Maki, on the other hand, refers to sushi rolls where rice and fillings are wrapped in seaweed (nori) and sliced into bite-sized pieces.[custom_list][custom_list_item name="Nigiri" description="Hand-pressed rice topped with fish, seafood, or other ingredients."][custom_list_item name="Sashimi" description="Thin slices of raw fish served without rice."][custom_list_item name="Maki" description="Rolled sushi with rice and fillings wrapped in seaweed."][/custom_list]