Sushi Tray, Small

Object Details

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Description: This sushi tray is from AFC Corporation, a distributor of sushi products at supermarkets nationwide. The two part container has a black tray with a detailed red and gold maple leaf pattern and a clear plastic lid. The clear plastic counterpart is shaped to leave space for the sushi inside, and allows for the contents of the tray to remain visible to the customers. This is an example of a small sushi tray used for packaging sushi.; These trays often contain of a variety of rolls and nigiri, and include a side of wasabi and gari (pickled ginger) as condiments. Upon purchase, the customer is provided with a pair of disposable chopsticks and a single serving packet of soy sauce. These trays are disposable, and therefore these prepackaged sushi trays make a convenient lunch option.

ca 1990-2010s

Physical Description: plastic (overall material)
Measurements: overall: 7 7/16 in x 5 7/16 in x 1 11/16 in; 18.89125 cm x 13.81125 cm x 4.28625 cm; part: 7 7/16 in x 5 7/16 in x 1 1/4 in; 18.89125 cm x 13.81125 cm x 3.175 cm; part: 7 5/16 in x 5 3/16 in x 23/32 in; 18.57375 cm x 13.17625 cm x 1.8288 cm

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National Museum of American History

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