Premium Japanese Momi Fir Wooden Hangiri Sushi Rice Mixing Tub with PP Band - 11.8" Traditional Sushi Oke Bowl for Perfect Sushi Rice Preparation - Ideal for Sushi Chefs, Home Cooks & Japanese Cuisine Enthusiasts

How It's Used Take advantage of the wide flat bottom to nicely spread out the hot rice and help it cool quickly after pouring in the sushi seasoning as you fan and mix up the rice with a rice paddle. This will give your sushi rice a slightly shiny appearance which is desirable and speed up the evaporation and absorption processes. This way the rice doesn't get all mushy and will ensure you end up with rice that matches the same quality and amazing texture you remember from Japanese sushi restaurants. Another key point for this kind of rice is of course not only the tools you use but also your technique. To mix your vinegar into the rice properly you must use your rice paddle to lightly cut into the rice without crushing it in a "fanning" motion. This way every grain of rice gets coated with vinegar and you can be sure that the rice will have that authentic texture you're after. Material Matters The Japanese fir wooden material of the sushi tub absorbs just the right amount of moisture from the rice grains, preventing your sushi rice from becoming soggy. The result you'll want is perfect fluffy rice and this is what you can get much more easily with proper usage of a sushi tub made out of the right material. Furthermore, the fine grain of this wood prevents it from shrinking too much after drying. The sturdy outer rings are made of a special plastic (polypropylene) that tightens to keep the wood from swelling too much when the product is filled with vinegar. It is a flexible material that will conform to the shape as it shrinks or swells. Multi-Purpose Tub Mainly this product is used to for the important step in the process of making sushi where rice and vinegar need to be mixed together in a particular way to create sushi rice. However, this kind of tub is also often used as a container for chirashi sushi. Additionally, when not in use, you can allow the nice feeling of the wood quality and color, along with the traditional connotations of the product to add some charming character to your kitchen. And outside the kitchen it can even come in handy for events like festivals, parties, and lunch picnics by filling it up with rice balls and sandwiches. In the summer you can even use it for keeping beer and vegetables inside nice and cool. Country of Manufacturer Japan Tub Material Japanese fir wood Outer Ring Material Polypropylene Care Instructions Rinse with water after use and wipe dry as soon as possible. After washing, dry well and store in a well-ventilated place. If outside, dry in the shade as exposure to direct sunlight may cause warping or cracking. After drying, wrap product in absorbent paper (newspaper or paper bag material) and store it in a well-ventilated place with a normal level of humidity. . Usage Instructions Moisten the tub with water before every use to prevent the rice from sticking to it. 10.6" 11.8" 13" 10.6" with lid 11.8" with lid 13" with lid Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Customer Reviews 4.9 out of 5 stars 31 4.9 out of 5 stars 31 4.9 out of 5 stars 31 4.8 out of 5 stars 9 4.8 out of 5 stars 9 4.8 out of 5 stars 9 Price $39.99$39.99 $49.99$49.99 $54.99$54.99 $49.99$49.99 $54.99$54.99 $59.99$59.99 Size 10.6"x3.5" 11.8"x3.5" 13"x3.5" 10.6"x4.7" 11.8"x4.7" 13"x4.7" Weight 1.1 lbs 1.3 lbs 1.7 lbs 1.8 lb 2.0 lb 2.6 lb Capacity 3 go 4 go 5 go 3 go 4 go 5 go Capacity 6 bowls 8 bowls 10 bowls 6 bowls 8 bowls 10 bowls

A Japanese momi fir wood sushi tub handmade by Japanese craftsmen. This wooden sushi tub absorbs just the right amount of moisture from the rice, so the sushi rice does not get soggy. This results in perfect fluffy rice. The outer bands are made of resin and fit tightly around the sushi tub as the entire product dries and slightly shrinks.

This tub is used to mix rice and vinegar when making rice for sushi. It can also be used for making sushi or as a container for chirashi-sushi. Before use, lightly moisten the tub with water to prevent the rice from getting stuck to it.

Japanese momi fir has good water absorption properties and does not require any special care, so it is easy to use and maintain.

Made in Japan. Not dishwasher safe.

Diameter 11.8" (30 cm) , Depth 3.5" (8.8 cm)