Premium Japanese Wooden Hangiri Sushi Rice Mixing Bowl - 13 Inch (33cm) Authentic Sawara Cypress Wood Sushi Oke - Ideal for Sushi Restaurants & Home Chefs - Perfect for Sushi Rice Preparation, Vinegar Mixing & Traditional Japanese Cooking - Made in Japan

I bought the medium size which is about 14” in diameter and it works perfect! I used it the first time the other day and have to say it’s the best sushi rice I’ve ever made! A good quality hangiri really makes a difference if you are serious about sushi. Just make sure to watch some videos on how to add/mix the vinegar seasoning to the rice in the hangiri.Also, you will need to season the hangiri overnight before your first use. When you are ready to use, just get a wet, clean scent-free towel to wipe the insides real well before you add the rice. Some people say you need to soak it 30 min before use, but I watched a lot of videos with sushi chefs that just wiped it down first and this works perfect.When the rice has been mixed with the vinegar seasoning, cover with a damp cloth while using. When you are done, clean the hangiri by rinsing under warm water. If rice is stuck, just soak it a little first. Do not use any soap/detergent. Then let it air dry away from direct sunlight as this could crack the hangiri. Once it’s dried, I keep mine in the plastic bag it came shipped in until next use.This is expensive, but is worth the price as it’s top quality and will really take your sushi rice to the next level!!!