156 Amazing Sushi Tattoo Designs with Meanings and Ideas

Sushi is not just a food, it is art. And whatever is art goes on to the skin of a tattoo lover. The sushi itself makes for quite a colorful indulgence and so does art. Thus, it translates well into the artistic approach of an artist well.

Art apart, sushi has also translated well into one of the most famous dishes in North America and has been spreading to the rest of the world quite rapidly (thanks to the trends on TikTok, fortunately) We feel that people who like to eat sushi (literally every second day!) or chefs must try and get such tattoos done.  Even if you are not one of those, sushi tattoos are generally super cute! Give it a shot! 🙂

Meaning of Sushi Tattoo Designs

A sushi tattoo might not have much significance except for when you are sushi consider. And we know for a fact that people will develop taste palettes usually have such acquired tastes. So, you can pay a tribute to your hands-down-amazing taste bud with a cute sushi design. Besides that, it can also depict uniqueness and artistic fervor in people. All in all, if you are into art, staying in the trend is quite important and with sushi tattoos, one thing is for sure: You are trending.

Ideas For Sushi Tattoo Designs

Sushi Tattoo with Anime: If you are a sushi fan, chances are that you love Japanese culture in general. You might want to pair up your design with some anime characters that would suit the vibe.

Floral Sushi Tattoo Design: Making flowers with Japanese-inspired designs is quite common. Flowers can add some oomph factor to the whole design. Traditional American type of floral design is the most used design.

Sushi Tattoo with Chopsticks: Chopsticks and sushi go hand and hand. And even if you struggle with using chopsticks (like most of non-Asian people!) you can still use them as your tattoo design!

Sushi Tattoo with Japanese Flag: Many people get their sushi design with a Japanese flag in the background. This gives the sushi tattoo a very traditional vibe. If you are proud of the Japanese culture, or just curious about the same,  then this design might suit best for you.

Sushi Box: Do you ever just go out to eat sushi and settle for one kind? Not really. Why do the same with your tattoo? You can get a whole assorted box of sushi tattooed on your skin. It will not just be super colorful but you can add your favorite sushi to your design. So next time, you have your order right up your sleeve! 😉

Where Should You Get Sushi Tattoo Designs

For Women

• Ankle
• Wrist
• Finger Spaces
• Hands
• Shoulder Blades
• Behind the Ears

For Men

• Chest
• Biceps
• Legs
• Neck
• Back
• Forearms

List of Sushi Tattoo Designs & Meanings

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The arm is a great place to get a sushi tattooed design. It not only looks like a work of art but is quite scintillating as well.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is octopus sushi, dare try?

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

I love adding cute food elements to sushi tattoo designs!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This cute sushi with chopsticks looks amazing. It is great for both men and women and can be included with other designs.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This seems like a more ‘serious’ version of a sushi tattoo design. I like the inclusion of chopsticks in this one.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This sushi tattoo is really cute. Reminds me of Powerpuff girls. Write in the comments if it does the same for you!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This black and white shading tattoo look pretty chic, I must say.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The element in this tattoo design is quite great. They are added with beautiful colors and a cute little cat in the middle.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Most people like to make their sushi tattoos very cute and kawaii!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is not just fish in sushi form, but also a whole fish! All the fish lovers, where are you at?

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

I like this chic design which is made in the arm. This design would also look super cute on the chest.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is sushi with caviar. Well, you gotta be chic and expensive, don’t you?

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This sushi tattoo design has a sun in the background. The sun represents the Japanese flag. So if you are a Japanese enthusiast, then this design would surely speak volumes to you.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This sushi got wings!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Such a deep and poetic tattoo design, isn’t it? It looks super minimalistic and very artistic.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Minimalistic sushi tattoo designs are so in! We would highly recommend you get this kind of tattoo design.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Cats. Sushi. A cat who is sushi. Super cute I would say!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Feet

Most people don’t get Japanese sushi on their feet but come to look at it, it doesn’t look that bad, isn’t it?

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This cat sitting on the rice bed is so funny. (Also reminds me of myself when I am sitting on my bed dreaming about eating sushi and ramen for lunch, won’t lie) 😀

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

I love the geisha kind of touch that has been given to this sushi design. What I also love is the use of colors (that too watercolors, excuse me!)

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

 

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This sushi design is quite cute. It shows a cat on sushi catching a fish. You can also add some colors to this image in case you like but black and grey shading makes the whole design pretty unique.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Well, if you have a #sushisquad with you, why not the whole group gets this design inked?

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is such a neat design that looks super amazing. It is a great tattoo with very clean strokes.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Feet

This design looks super crisp. It is made on the feet which are quite different from other rest of the designs. Most people get their designs made on other parts of the body like the arm or wrist.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This sushi tattoo is super amazing. It is minimalistic and cute!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Sushi till you die? Then this design is perfect for you!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Such cute sushi! The glimmering eyes would just melt your heart. It has certainly melted mine!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

Seems like this person is on a food tattoo spree! Thank god for making sushi a part of his favorite food tattoos!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Octopus is a sea creature and might be used in sushi (?) well, I am not sure but people do have very different taste buds.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Well, fish is a huge aspect of sushi and this design with a fish in between chopsticks is surreal!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Look how cute this sushi look! Who would ever want to eat that?

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is super aesthetic I must say! I love how the colors gel up well.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is such a great design that has been made. The colors are also very natural which enhances the overall design.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Sushi and wasabi together I am guessing! But I prefer my sushi without wasabi! Who else just discards (not too cute looking) wasabi during meal times?

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The color on this tattoo design is very vibrant and looks perfectly amazing.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

That’s a skull hand holding sushi. I will bring sushi to my grave too!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is such an elegant sushi design that looks quite amazing. It is done with earthy hues that look awesome.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The watercolor background looks nice on this sushi design. It gives a pump to the whole thing.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This sushi comes with wasabi and tobacco sauce. I am not a big fan of them but well, anyway!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

Such a cute little design. This sushi is added with a floral design which looks pretty awesome.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The artistic value of this sushi design is superb. The fish is cut in parts to make it look like a piece of sushi!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

If you are looking for something simple, then this sushi design would go perfectly well.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This sushi tattoo can be easily combined with other designs. It is small and the black and grey shades make the design looks pretty workable with other colors and themes.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

I would salute the artistic ability and think behind this design. It is thought through! Great for guys, it can also be made on the calves of the wearer. Looks awesome.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is quite a simplistic tattoo design with a black outline.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The pastel colors look pretty nice. The outline looks quite nice with the hues of the colors!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is a very cute design. Most people like to add super trendy kitty designs!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is a very great design because it doesn’t just have sushi but all the other yummy foods too!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is a great design that has been made on the arm of the wearer. It is done in bold outline which enhances the overall look!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

A very modernistic design, this one!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

If you are someone who is into simple and minimal shows of designs, then this seems quite well for you!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is a cat in action! Is he fighting for his right to sushi? But all in all, it is still a cat’s dream food so the fight is explicable.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Like I said previously! These designs are super trending!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Just making a set of cute sushi with chopsticks is a perfect one for someone who wants something simple yet creative.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Technically, sushi is made out of fish… so this one is perfect!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

This sushi tattoo design looks pretty cute. The shimmering glitters in the background add to the persona of it being dreamy!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

That’s a chef’s knife and with sushi on it, it could be a chef’s dream tattoo!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

The thigh is a great place to make such an elaborate design like this. Next, the best option would be the ribs of the person.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

The tattoo here is perfect for legs or arms. It has a lot of colors which makes it pretty vibrant.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

This black and grey shaded sushi tattoo design is quite amazing. It is perfect for thigh placements too.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

A sushi design can not be as simple and yet so vibrant as this one.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

If you are into adorable sushi tattoos, then this one looks quite perfect! You can get this kind of design for yourself which would be added with pastel shades.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Is that a hare I see on the sushi? So cute!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

This design is pretty vivid! The design of the fish on sushi is pretty awesome and very well made.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is such an elegant tattoo design. It is added with a white ink outline which looks quite nice. It is also added with pink flowers that look pretty cute.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

This sushi tattoo is once again added with a floral design that is pretty nice. It is a great design with a lot of detail. It looks pretty realistic at some points.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

What feelings does this design generate? Well, let me see, It looks pretty impressive to make such a great design that might have some deep and strong connotations!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

Aww, such a cute kitty sushi tattoo design! This is a design where it seems like the cat is napping inside a sushi blanket!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is a simple sushi tattoo design with a variety of sushi! You can add your favorite sushi to this design or sure!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

If you have a bunch of cats then you could pretty much relate to this design! I like this design which has been made on the arms. It fits perfectly.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The colors on this one are pretty vibrant. It looks super attractive.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The dot work in the background is pretty nice. It is added with black ink and beautiful shading effects which improves the whole outlook!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This sushi design is pretty adorable!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Well, it might not be the most adorable-looking design that we have on the list, but this one looks quite nice!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Very feminine, I would say! You can make changes to this design since it seems pretty straightforward. However, the wearer has paid special attention to the whole color palette.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

A beautiful sketch on the leg! This design is done in black and grey ink and looks superb!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

A simple straight-to-your-face kind of design here. This looks pretty amazing, doesn’t it? It is very straightforward – I am a sushi tattoo because I love sushi!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This cute little teddy in the middle is usually seen in Japanese and Korean bento boxes!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

I like the abstract element that has been given to this tattoo design. Pretty amazing.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

If you project yourself as such a stylish little kitty then this design might suit the future perfectly.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

I like this tattoo design. It is so small and cute. Perfect for people who are looking for minimal designs.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Well, am I that sushi obsessed? I can’t say about this but I don’t hate the idea!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Ankle

Minimal sushi tattoos are pretty much in trend and this design look is super nice.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is a very cute design with a heart in between. I especially love the chopsticks in the middle which look super detailed and very realistic.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

Such a minimalistic tattoo deisgn. I like this sober idea of putting this on the arm. It also resembles an armband.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

This is a pretty simple sushi tattoo design. I like how the chopsticks are crossed over each other.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

If you are someone who would enjoy simpler tattoo options, then this tattoo design is a great one!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The dotted pattern on this design looks pretty awesome. It is a great design which has been made on the arm. I think that is the best location to make this design.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

The pastel colors are trending these days and this design looks super awesome, quite honestly speaking.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

Well, it is not sushi but this design looks pretty awesome. It is the tentacle of an octopus so to say. However, it looks nice.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

Such a cute one! The pastel colors, the detailing, the little flowers- all of them look quite amazing.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

Most people think using simplistic and minimal objects in design is quite sophisticated and elegant. I couldn’t agree more to be quite honest!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This sushi design is very sweet!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

A platter of sushi! Could it be any more ideal?

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

You can add this sushi tattoo to the designs on your skin. This one looks pretty nice. The colors that are added in the middle are also very vibrant!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The design here is heavy on wasabi. The green color might represent just that! However, you can go for a lighter shade too.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

The leg of this person is full of food tattoos! The addition of sushi adds to the diversity of his designs.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Chest

This black and white shark added go sushi is pretty different from other designs on this list.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

Such adorable sushi! Would you want to eat it? Probably that is why it is inked.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Many people have a thing for simple sushi design. However, if you like to experiment a bit, then it is your call!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

I love the minute detailing on this one. It is also done with dot work and seems like the work of a super professional expert!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This Finding Dory eating a sushi design is pretty cute and perfect 🙂

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Seems like this sushi is wearing a little bow and is really for the day!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Many people get back ink designs because it looks very elegant. Also, it adds a touch of seriousness.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

The design is very artistic. It seems like the rough draft of an artist and the skin seems to be his or her’s canvas.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Quite a simple sushi design. Probably try adding some creative elements to it.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

This goldfish tattoo is pretty nice. The color looks quite amazing. The goldfish is holding some sushi on its fin and is wearing a Japanese band over its head.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Haha, a cute and funny sushi tattoo design. I would say that some people do have a thing for humor.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Super clean. Super neat. Artistic expression at its best!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

If you want something fun with your tattoo design then this tattoo will fit in the best!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This sushi design has been penetrated with… probably an injection? or chopstick? I am not sure but the wearer seems to be very thoughtful about this.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is a super realistic sushi tattoo design that has been made. It is a great one with beautiful bright colors.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The scales of the fish look very realistic. I like how neatly this design has been made.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

The sun symbol behind the sushi is very traditionalistic. However, the dot work adds a modern touch. And voila! Here is a beautiful set of art.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

Ankle might not be the best choice for many people. It is not that popular! However, this design can change your mind about it. This shape and size of the design fit the ankle pretty well! Also, the colors are beautiful and the neatness of the design.. what do I even say?

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The white borders enhance the whole look of this tattoo. It looks pretty nice with beautiful colors.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Such cute sushi! I think it is super cute. It is minimal yet it has beautiful colors that don’t make it too boring. It is a great design.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is pretty simple. Just two sushi with a crossed chopstick. Way to go.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

This is a beautiful sushi tattoo design made on the back side of the arm. One can also get this design on their thigh.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is a sushi paradise! Sea shells made out of sushi and then pearls springing out of it? What an innovation!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Ankle

Such cute work! This design looks best on women.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

The beautiful bright colors make this design pop out!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

This 3D effect ripped tattoo looks pretty scary!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Feet

This cute little kitty is enjoying her sushi! Just like me ^_^

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

The fish is cut into pieces just like sushi!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Quite a simple sushi tattoo design, this would suit best on arms.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

This tattoo is completely made in black ink! If you are someone who likes to keep it simple and bold then this would suit your perfectly!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

This sushi tattoo has a lot of elements to it. The use of wasabi and cat is pretty common in sushi tattoos. The addition of flowers adds to the whole of nature.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Thigh

I like how this tattoo has other elements to it too apart from sushi! The leaves on the back of the cat look quite nice and add some amazing colors.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Aww, if your love speaks sushi then this might be the ideal tattoo for you!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

These two kitties are on a sushi date! ideal!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

I like the addition of geometrical figures on tattoos and especially when it is related to animals!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This design seems as if they are using paint colors to make it: a work of art, indeed!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

If sushi is your love, then why not get a heart on it?

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This ecstatic sushi design is to die for! I like how clean and neat the strokes are on this one.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Leg

This is such a colorful sushi tattoo design that goes extremely well with a normal and simple sushi design.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This fish sushi looks elegant. The white ink used in this is great and enhances the overall look too.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Feet

Most people would avoid making a sushi design on their feet because it is something to show off. However, this one fits perfectly into the body part!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

Many people have tried and come up with such designs. Here, the person has transformed a dog into sushi but otherwise, people have also transformed snake, dragon, and even a fish into sushi!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This awesome design is made with beautiful colors in the background which makes the main one so fetch!

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is a cute little tattoo design that looks pretty adorable. It is added with bright colors which makes it even more appealing.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This design has superb colors added to it. However, you can try and change the style. For example, one can make it in American traditional design for better effects.

• Sushi Tattoo Design on Arm

This is a super cool tattoo made on the wrist of the arm. It extends towards the wrist. The black background adds to the colorful nature of the whole design!