Elegant Yellow Pouch Sushi

This sushi acquired its name because sushi rice is wrapped in a sheet of thin omelet to form a pouch. The omelet resembles the square tea ceremony cloth, the chakin—hence, the name. The top third of the omelet is squeezed to make a neck, and then the pouch is tied with a blanched chive. The top is left loosely open, resembling a golden yellow gift pouch that conceals some valuable treasure. Whenever it is served, people are curious to discover what is hidden inside. To eat it, gently