Onigiri is a great snack to meal prep and take on the go. If you want to enjoy it in the future, though, make sure you know how to properly store it.

The word ''onigiri'' became part of the Oxford English Dictionary this year, proof that the humble sticky-rice ball and mainstay of Japanese food has entered the global lexicon.

If possible, store them with a small ice pack to maintain freshness. Can you use leftover sushi rice to make onigiri? Yes, you can use leftover sushi rice to make onigiri, but keep in mind that ...

After studying in Japan and living off convenience-store onigiri, our intern has finally found a great local option.

Onigiri, she says, has mass appeal because it’s simple to make, is gluten-free and is versatile. And other Japanese foods like ramen and sushi have found worldwide popularity, she notes.