Sushi
Good sushi tools help you work with greater precision and allow the ingredients to shine. One of the best-known tools is the makisu (巻き簾): a flexible mat made of bound bamboo strips used to roll maki tightly and evenly. The mat is also used to shape other soft dishes and must be rinsed thoroughly and allowed to dry completely after use. In Japan, a soft pastry brush is also used to coat nigiri with, for example, a thin layer of soy sauce.
You can then use a small bamboo brush to carefully remove the last bits of wasabi from the grater. Together with properly prepared sushi rice, nori, and soy sauce, these tools form a practical foundation for anyone who wants to get serious about making sushi at home.