Last Updated on August 6, 2025 by The Official Game Rules Team

Welcome to Sushi Go Party!, an expanded version of the hit card-drafting game Sushi Go!. You and your fellow diners are enjoying a deluxe sushi feast. But before the chopsticks come out, you must first customize your menu with a unique selection of dishes. Then, over the course of three rounds, you will draft cards to build the most delicious combinations and score the most points.

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How to Play Sushi Go! Party

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Components

• 181 Cards
• 22 Menu Tiles
• 8 Pawns
• 1 Scoreboard

Card Categories

• Nigiri (12x)
• Rolls (12x each): Maki Roll, Temaki, Uramaki
• Appetizers (8x each): Tempura, Sashimi, Dumpling, Eel, Tofu, Onigiri, Edamame, Miso Soup
• Specials (3x each): Chopsticks, Soy Sauce, Tea, Menu, Spoon, Special Order, Takeout Box, Wasabi
• Desserts (15x each): Pudding, Green Tea Ice Cream, Fruit

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Sushi Go! Party Setup

1. Place the game board in the center of the play area.
2. Each player chooses a pawn and places it on or near the 0 space of the scoreboard.
3. Organize the cards by type in the storage slots for easy access.
4. Select a card combination to use for the game (see Menu Selection below).
5. Locate the matching menu tiles and place them on the board so everyone can see which cards are in play and how they score.
6. Prepare the dessert cards according to the number of players:
   • 2–5 Players: Use 10 total dessert cards (5 for Round 1, 3 for Round 2, 2 for Round 3)
   • 6–8 Players: Use 15 total dessert cards (7, 5, 3 respectively)
7. Shuffle all non-dessert selected cards together to form the main deck.

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Menu Selection

You can use one of the suggested preset menus or create your own by including:

• 1 type of Roll
• 3 types of Appetizers
• 2 types of Specials
• 1 type of Dessert
• Nigiri and Wasabi are used in every game.

Restrictions:

• Menu and Special Order may not be used in 7–8 player games.
• Spoon and Edamame may not be used in 2 player games.

Suggested Menus

• My First Meal: A beginner-friendly option.
• Sushi Go!: Replicates the original game.
• Party Sampler: Highlights new content.
• Master Menu: For experienced players.

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Game Overview

The game takes place over three rounds. In each round, players are dealt a hand of cards, choose one to play, then pass the rest. Players build sets of sushi in front of them to score points, depending on the cards collected. After three rounds, the player with the highest total score wins.

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Starting a Round

1. Add dessert cards into the main deck based on the round and player count.
2. Shuffle the deck and deal hands as follows:
   • 2–3 Players: 10 cards each
   • 4–5 Players: 9 cards each
   • 6–8 Players: 8 cards each
3. Players take their hands secretly and begin play.

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Taking Turns

Each turn is simultaneous:

1. Choose one card to play and place it face-down.
2. When everyone is ready, reveal all cards.
3. Pass your remaining hand to the left.
4. Pick up the new hand and repeat.

Cards you play remain face-up in front of you for the round. Group same-color cards together for easier scoring.

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Special Card Timing

Some cards (like Chopsticks, Spoon, Menu, Takeout Box) allow bonus actions. When played:

• Call out the card name when all players reveal.
• Resolve bonus actions before picking up new hands.
• If multiple bonus cards are used, resolve them in order by the number in the lower-right corner (lowest goes first).

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Ending a Round

1. Move any dessert cards to a separate pile; they are scored at the end of the game.
2. Score all other played cards using their respective rules.
3. Move your pawn forward on the score track.
4. Discard all non-dessert cards (including played and unplayed cards).
5. Shuffle in new dessert cards for the next round.

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Winning Sushi Go! Party

After three rounds:

1. Score all dessert cards.
2. The player with the highest total score wins.
3. In case of a tie, the player with the most dessert cards wins.

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Card Scoring Overview

Nigiri: Egg = 1pt, Salmon = 2pt, Squid = 3pt; triple when played on Wasabi Wasabi: Next Nigiri played on top = x3 points Tempura: 2 = 5pt, 1 = 0pt Sashimi: 3 = 10pt, 1 or 2 = 0pt Dumpling: 1 = 1pt, 2 = 3pt, 3 = 6pt, 4 = 10pt, 5+ = 15pt Eel: 1 = -3pt, 2+ = 7pt Tofu: 1 = 2pt, 2 = 6pt, 3+ = 0pt Onigiri: Score for unique shapes — 1 = 1pt, 2 = 4pt, 3 = 9pt, 4 = 16pt Maki Rolls: Most = 6pt, Second = 3pt (6–8 players: 6/4/2) Temaki: Most = +4pt, Fewest = -4pt (No penalty in 2-player games) Uramaki: First to 10 icons = 8pt, second = 5pt, third = 2pt; scored immediately Miso Soup: Played alone = 3pt; multiple = all discarded Edamame: 1pt per opponent with Edamame (max 4 per card) Tea: 1pt per card in your largest set of same-colored cards Soy Sauce: 4pt if you have the most colors played that round Chopsticks: Use later to play 2 cards in one turn Spoon: Use later to ask for and take a card from another hand Menu: Draw 4, play 1 immediately, reshuffle rest into deck Takeout Box: Flip any previous cards this round to be worth 2pt each Special Order: Copies any previously played card

Desserts (Scored Only at Game End)

5+ = 10pt (per fruit type)

Pudding: Most = +6pt, Fewest = -6pt (No penalty in 2-player)

Green Tea Ice Cream: 4 = 12pt, less than 4 = 0pt (multiple sets allowed)

Fruit:

• 0 = -2pt
• 1 = 0pt
• 2 = 1pt
• 3 = 3pt
• 4 = 6pt

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Sushi Go Party! offers endless fun and variety by letting you customize your menu and adapt your strategy with each game. Whether you’re a first-time player or a seasoned sushi connoisseur, the mix of drafting, set collection, and special card actions creates a dynamic and engaging experience for all ages. Enjoy building your perfect sushi feast and may the best diner win!