Body Sushi, or Nyotaimori, is the technique of using a human body as a sushi platter. The sushi is arranged on banana leaves and arranged on a naked body. The practice originated in Japan, and allows the sushi to be served at a temperature close to that of the human body. Nyotaimori models are not permitted to eat the sushi, and must lie perfectly still during the course of the meal. The models are typically female; when a male model is used, it is referred to as Nantaimori.