Although there are dozens of imaginative sushi, nigiri and sashimi selections on the menu, Nishiki chefs welcome the opportunity to build an entirely new combination, should a request be made. This, restaurant manager Norman Kwong explains, is just one of many things that make the restaurant a unique and enjoyable experience. Another, he is quick to add, is Nishiki's signature libation - the Sake Bomb, featured at a special price on Monday nights.

But, central to Nishiki's success is its appeal to a wide range of tastes. There are traditional offerings such as Tempura, Teriyaki and Sukiyaki alongside exotic rolls such as the Damino Roll - a dramatic presentation of lobster, snow crab, salmon and other ingredients embellished with three special sauces.

Larger gatherings of people enjoy ordering one of Nishiki's Gourmet Boats - floating with delicious sashimi, nigiri and makimoto selections that delight the eyes as well as the appetite. Of course, many guests like the tasteful variety of ordering meals "family style," allowing everyone to sample several different dishes.

But, within all this variety there is one common thread - fresh ingredients, thoughtfully prepared. Nishiki Sushi even features a large fish tank with seasonal selections such as oysters, clams, scallops, lobster, shrimp and whole fish. From salt water to serving plate, that's freshness at its finest!