寿司桶(すしおけ)

すしおけ
noun
sushi tub; sushi serving container; hangiri
1. sushi tub; wooden tub for preparing and serving sushi rice
a shallow, round wooden container used for mixing sushi rice with vinegar and for serving
寿司桶(すしおけ)で酢飯(すめし)を作(つく)る。
To make sushi rice in a sushi tub.
木製(もくせい)の寿司桶(すしおけ)は余分(よぶん)な水分(すいぶん)を吸(す)い取(と)る。
A wooden sushi tub absorbs excess moisture.
寿司桶(すしおけ)いっぱいのちらし{寿司(ずし)}を作(つく)った。
I made a full sushi tub of chirashi-zushi.

寿司桶(すしおけ) is a shallow, round wooden container essential for preparing sushi rice. The wide, flat shape allows rice to cool quickly while being mixed with vinegar.

ALSO CALLED:

  • 飯台(はんだい): rice mixing tub
  • はんぎり/ハンギリ (hangiri, from 半切(はんぎ)り)

MATERIAL:
Traditionally made of Japanese cypress (檜(ひのき)). The wood absorbs excess moisture, helping achieve the ideal texture for sushi rice. Plastic versions exist but are less effective.

CARE:

  • Soak in water before use to prevent rice from sticking
  • Dry thoroughly after washing to prevent mold
  • Avoid dishwashers

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 寿司桶(すしおけ)で酢飯(すめし)を作(つく)る: to make sushi rice in a sushi tub
  • 寿司桶(すしおけ)いっぱい: a full sushi tub

Related Words

Related: おひつ (wooden rice container)
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Added 2026.1.25 15:00 · Revised 2026.4.20 13:12
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