Best Sushi Boat Serving Trays – top 5 for 2023

Sushi not only tastes delicious but is also a food that is meant to be put on display. The care with which sushi is prepared and its beautiful colors should be showcased when it is served on a table. Generally, sushi will arrive at the table on large white trays or plates.

To incorporate some traditional Japanese flare, a sushi boat is the perfect show stopping serving dish. If you have ever been served a sushi boat, it is a meal you won’t soon forget. Below we have listed the top 5 sushi boat serving trays, for 2022, to choose from for your next sushi soirée.

1. Wooden Sushi Boat Serving Tray by BIPEGE

The BIPEGE sushi serving boat is made from bamboo wood and ranges in price from $44 to $67 dollars. It comes in three different sizes:

– 20.5 in/52cm
– 24 in/61cm
– 28 in/71cm

This serving platter can be used for both commercial or personal use and is priced affordably. It has been lacquered to help it withstand repeated use and can accommodate any type of event, large or small.

[i2pc show_title=”false” title=”Pros & Cons” show_button=”false” pros_title=”Pros” cons_title=”Cons” ][i2pros]Solid construction
Beautifully detailed
Wood is lacquered by hand
Comes apart for set up and cleaning
Comes in three different sizes
Can be set up multiple ways
Easy to clean[/i2pros][i2cons]Must be hand washed
Needs to be occasionally oiled
Should not be placed in the fridge or microwave[/i2cons][/i2pc]

2. Wood Sushi/Sashimi Ship by THY Collectibles

This serving boat can be for sushi or sashimi, and has such great detail. This tray costs between $65 and $145 and comes in six sizes:

– 16 in/40cm
– 20 in/50cm
– 28 in/70cm
– 32in/80cm
– 36 in/90cm
– 48 in/120cm

The THY Collectibles serving tray was built with high-quality pine wood with a bamboo look. There is even a small net hanging in the front of the boat that detaches for easy clean-up.

[i2pc pros_icon=”icon icon-thumbs-up” cons_icon=”icon icon-thumbs-down” show_title=”false” title=”Pros & Cons” show_button=”false” pros_title=”Pros” cons_title=”Cons” ][i2pros]Intricate details
Comes in six different sizes
Made for Commercial grade use
Has a risk free purchase
Removable top for storing ice[/i2pros][i2cons]Is not actual bamboo
Wood looks somewhat unfinished
All parts must be handwashed[/i2cons][/i2pc]

3. Wooden Sushi Serving Plate by Kichgather

The Kichgather sushi dish can be used at home or in a restaurant and is made of eco-friendly wood. This sushi plate ranges between $30 and $65 and comes in three sizes:

– 14.5 in/37cm
– 16.5 in/42cm
– 20 in/50cm

This boat is a very simple sushi platter with a removable upper tray. It can be served as a dinner plater, or you can buy multiples to make a beautiful sushi table display.

[i2pc show_title=”false” title=”Pros & Cons” show_button=”false” pros_title=”Pros” cons_title=”Cons” ][i2pros]Affordable
Simple, clean lines
Easy to wash
Can be used as a dinner plate or display
Has a removable tray for ice[/i2pros][i2cons]Could be considered small for some parties
Must be handwashed
Does not have a lot of extra details[/i2cons][/i2pc]

4. Wood Sushi Boat by Engineered Design

This sushi boat by Engineered Design is sleek and minimal in its construction. This dish comes in one size:

– 16 in/41cm x 8 in/20cm

This platter has a modern design and would look good on any table. It does not have any extra details and has an upscale, minimal feel.

[i2pc show_title=”false” title=”Pros & Cons” show_button=”false” pros_title=”Pros” cons_title=”Cons” ][i2pros]Solid wood construction
Modern design
Simple compartments
Easy to clean and wipe dry
Can be microwaved[/i2pros][i2cons]No removable tray
Must be hand washed
Comes in one size only
Could be placed in the fridge[/i2cons][/i2pc]

5. Japanese Sushi Boat by Asian Home

This black plastic sushi boat has a traditional Asian design and offers an alternative for those who do not like the natural wooden look. This serving plate comes in one size:

– 21 in/53cm

The Engineered Design serving platter sushi boat would be great for restaurant use or dinner parties. It has a place for ice storage and comes with a 90-day guarantee.

[i2pc show_title=”false” title=”Pros & Cons” show_button=”false” pros_title=”Pros” cons_title=”Cons” ][i2pros]Omakase traditional design
Made of black lacquered plastic
Ice storage
Commercial grade[/i2pros][i2cons]Cleaning has to be done by hand
Comes in one size only
Not made of wood[/i2cons][/i2pc]

When shopping for a sushi serving tray boat, be sure to check the sizing and layout. Not all sushi platters have removable lids for storing ice to keep the sushi cold.

Also, not all sushi boats are created equal. Some are for individual use and used as plates, whereas others are displayed as a focal point at a party.

As you can see from the above, the top 5 sushi serving platters are all very different, but each sushi serving boat plate is built well and showcases great design.