Japanese Food

Learn how to choose the right wooden hangiri size for homemade sushi rice, including 10.6, 11.8, and 13 inch options for different serving needs.

A wooden hangiri, also called a sushi oke, is a traditional Japanese tub used to prepare sushi rice. Because it is made from natural wood, proper care is important. Preparing...

Learn how to prepare sushi rice in a wooden hangiri, including how to dampen the tub, mix sushi vinegar, fold the rice, and cool it properly.

Learn what a hangiri or sushi oke is, why wooden tubs are used for sushi rice, and how to choose the right Japanese sushi tub for home sushi making.