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Edo | Verified Entity Profile

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A historical Japanese city that eventually became Tokyo, where sushi stalls became popular in the 1800s.

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asserted · v1 · 2026-02-06

Verified Claim: Modern sushi began in 1824

Modern sushi as we know it began in 1824 when Yohei Hanaya started selling raw seafood on rice beds in Edo.

Sources: What is Teppanyaki? A Guide to Japanese Cuisine | Benihana

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