In the latter half of the 20th century, sushi went from exotic delicacy to all-American food. | Carlo A/Moment/Getty Images Although Japan’s cuisine is complex and diverse, for most Americans, ...

Americans started eating sushi much earlier than you might think, according to a historian. Pictured, tuna and mango sushi at the New Orleans Sushi Fest at Mardi Gras World on Sunday, August 17, 2014.

For many Americans, a California roll is their first foray into the world of sushi. Purists however have derided the fusion food as “not real sushi” — but to put it bluntly: the roll gets a bad wrap.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For many Americans, a California roll is their first foray into the world of sushi. Purists however have derided the fusion food ...