National Fried Rice Day is observed worldwide every September 20 to celebrate the popular dish of fried rice, which is a staple in many East Asian, Southeast Asian, and South Asian cuisines, as well as in various Western countries. The dish likely originated from leftovers and has its earliest record dating back to the Sui dynasty in China, gaining popularity during the late Ming dynasty. Fried rice is not a single dish but encompasses a variety of preparations, including Chinese variations like Hokken fried rice and Yangzhou fried rice, as well as dishes from other cultures such as Japanese chahan and Indonesian nasi goreng. The holiday was created in 2018 by Benihana, a restaurant company known for its Japanese-style dining, to honor its signature fried rice dish. People celebrate by enjoying fried rice at restaurants, ordering takeout, or cooking at home, often sharing their experiences on social media with the hashtag #NationalFriedRiceDay.