Convert Sushi Rice from Tablespoon to Cup

How many cups is 1 tablespoon of sushi rice?

1 tablespoon of sushi rice (Japanese rice) is 0.06 cups. 2 tablespoons of sushi rice is 0.12 cups. 1/2 tablespoon of sushi rice is 0.03 cups. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • These figures use the metric cup (250 ml). A US cup is slightly smaller at 240 ml, so it holds a little less. Use the US cup converter →
  • Cup sizes are not standard worldwide, so the same cup of an ingredient can weigh more or less depending on the country. What is a cup measurement →
  • A tablespoon here is the 15 ml metric standard, about 16.67 to a metric cup, the same size as a UK tablespoon. A US tablespoon is smaller at 14.79 ml, so US cooks measuring with US spoons need slightly more. An Australian tablespoon is larger at 20 ml, so it holds about a third more. When tablespoon size matters →
  • A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.

Sushi rice is a short-grain Japanese variety that becomes sticky when cooked, making it ideal for sushi rolls, onigiri, and rice bowls. One metric cup (250 ml) of uncooked sushi rice weighs 225 g (7.94 oz). Use this converter when a recipe calls for cups and you want to weigh the rice, or when scaling a dish up or down.

Sushi rice's round, compact grains pack more densely per cup than long-grain rice, so the same cup holds noticeably more grams. Weighing in grams keeps the rice-to-water ratio consistent and gives you the same sticky texture every time.

Also known as

  • Japanese rice
  • calrose rice
  • Japanese short-grain rice

Short-grain Italian rice with similar high starch content. See our Arborio Rice converter.

Long-grain variety used for everyday cooking. See our White Rice converter.

Wholegrain rice with more fibre and a nuttier flavour. See our Brown Rice converter.

Aromatic long-grain rice with a light, fluffy texture. See our Basmati Rice converter.

Fragrant Thai long-grain rice with a soft texture. See our Jasmine Rice converter.

Out of sushi rice? See sushi rice substitutes →

No measuring cups? The tool below gets you close. For consistent results, grab a measuring cup set.

Sushi Rice Measurement Converter

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Common Sushi Rice Conversions

Here are the most common sushi rice conversions from tablespoons to cups.

TablespoonsCups
1 tbsp0.06 cups
2 tbsp0.12 cups
3 tbsp0.18 cups
4 tbsp0.24 cups
6 tbsp0.36 cups
8 tbsp0.48 cups
10 tbsp0.6 cups
12 tbsp0.72 cups
16 tbsp0.96 cups

Sushi Rice Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting sushi rice from Tablespoon to Cup and other measurements.

tbspcupgramsouncescup(US)tsp
1 tbsp0.06 cup13.5 g0.48 oz0.06 cup (US)3 tsp
2 tbsp0.12 cup27 g0.95 oz0.13 cup (US)6 tsp
3 tbsp0.18 cup40.5 g1.43 oz0.19 cup (US)9 tsp
4 tbsp0.24 cup54 g1.91 oz0.25 cup (US)12 tsp

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cups is 1 tablespoon of sushi rice?
1 tablespoon of sushi rice is 0.06 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of sushi rice is 0.12 cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or check the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts at a glance. Open the sushi rice converter
How many cups is 1.5 tablespoons of sushi rice?
1.5 tablespoons of sushi rice is 0.09 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of sushi rice is 0.06 cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
How many cups is 2 tablespoons of sushi rice?
2 tablespoons of sushi rice is 0.12 cups. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of sushi rice is 0.06 cups, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact cups reading.
How many tablespoons of sushi rice is 0.06 cups?
0.06 cups of sushi rice is 1 tablespoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between cups and tablespoons without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists tablespoons but you would rather weigh or measure in cups. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
How many cups is 1 tablespoon of Japanese rice?
Japanese rice is another name for sushi rice, so 1 tablespoon of Japanese rice is 0.06 cups, exactly the same as sushi rice. The figure does not change with the name: 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
How many cups is 1/2 tablespoon of sushi rice?
1/2 tablespoon of sushi rice is 0.03 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of sushi rice is 0.06 cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups. Half measures come up often when scaling a recipe down, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other amount, or the chart below for the common ones.

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