ぐんかん軍艦gunkan
1.

A type of vessel designed primarily for military operations, equipped with weapons and used by armed forces in naval warfare.

2.

A classification of ships in the former navy, specifically referring to large combat vessels such as battleships, aircraft carriers, and cruisers, distinct from smaller naval crafts like destroyers or submarines.

3.

A sushi style that resembles the shape of a warship, where rice is wrapped in seaweed and topped with various ingredients like sea urchin or salmon roe, reflecting a thematic connection to naval vessels.

Example:

それは大きくて黒いアメリカの軍艦だった。

ぐんかんまき軍艦巻gunkanmaki
1.

A type of sushi characterized by rice wrapped in seaweed on the sides, topped with ingredients like sea urchin and roe, resembling a battleship when viewed from the side.

2.

Sushi presented with rice and nori that creates a boat-like structure, displaying a variety of aquatic toppings that enhance its visual and textural appeal.

3.

A unique sushi style that features rice encased by seaweed along the edges, topped with luxurious seafood ingredients, inspired by the shape of naval vessels.

4.

A sushi preparation where vinegared rice is surrounded by a sheet of nori and complemented by prominent toppings, designed to evoke the silhouette of a warship.