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Binchotan Charcoal, the best charcoal for your Konro Grill

Binchotan Charcoal is a traditional Japanese charcoal known for its high heat output, low smoke development and long burn time. It is made from oak or tropical hardwood that is burned slowly at high temperatures, resulting in a dense, pure charcoal that gives the charcoal its unique flavour.

Binchotan is perfect for use onKonro Grills. In addition to the original Japanese Binchotan, we also offer other types of charcoal, such as Thaan Charcoal from Thailand.

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Slijpsteen voor Messen 18,5X6,3X2cm (#1000)
Sharpening Stone for Knives 18.5X6.3X2cm (#1000)
  • CHF 58.00

Pottery

Slijpsteen voor Messen 18X6X2cm (#3000)
Sharpening Stone for Knives 18X6X2cm (#3000)
  • CHF 83.00

Pottery

Slijpsteen voor Messen 20.5X5X2.5cm (#250/#1000)
Sharpening Stone for Knives 20.5X5X2.5cm (#250/#1000)
  • CHF 44.00

Pottery

Shokunin Kobo Santoku Mes - 17.5cm
Shokunin Kobo Santoku Knife - 17.5cm
  • CHF 216.00

Vanadium Steel

Slijpsteen Starter Kit
Sharpening Stone Starter Kit
  • CHF 283.00

Pottery

Slijpsteen Houder Roestvrij Staal
Sharpening Stone Holder Stainless Steel
  • CHF 274.00

BBQ Tools

Petty Japans Koksmes - 14cm
Petty Japanese Chef's Knife - 14cm
  • CHF 22.00

Stainless Steel

Slijpsteen Fixer 24X10X4cm
Sharpening Stone Fixer 24X10X4cm
  • CHF 255.00

Pottery

Slijpsteen Houder 26.5X8X5cm
Sharpening Stone Holder 26.5X8X5cm
  • CHF 39.00

Plastic

Mujun Nakiri Mes Dubbelzijdig Geslepen VG-10 Staal - 17cm
Mujun Nakiri Knife Double-Sided VG-10 Steel - 17cm
  • CHF 258.00

Stainless Steel

Kotai Japans Flexibel Fileermes met Bamboe Doos - 20cm
Kotai Japanese Flexible Filleting Knife with Bamboo Box - 20cm
  • CHF 92.00

Stainless steel

Kotai Mes Chef Mes met/Bamboe Doos - 25cm
Kotai Knife Chef Knife with/Bamboo Box - 25cm
  • CHF 125.00

Nakiri Mes Gehamerd Zwart - 16.5cm
Nakiri Knife Hammered Black - 16.5cm
  • CHF 28.00

Stainless Steel

Messenstandaard Acryl Magneet 6-8 - 27X26X14cm
Knife Stand Acrylic Magnet 6-8 - 27X26X14cm
  • CHF 140.00

Magnetic Knife Holder

Mujun Yanagi Mes Enkelzijdig Geslepen Carbon Staal - 24cm
Mujun Yanagi Knife Single-sided Sharpened Carbon Steel - 24cm
  • CHF 268.00

Carbon Steel

Kotai Japans Snijmes met Jacobsschelpen & Bamboe Doos - 25cm
Kotai Japanese Cutter Knife with Scallops & Bamboo Box - 25cm
  • CHF 135.00

Stainless steel

Messenhouder Dubbelzijdig Magnetisch Bruin - 26.5X24.3X9.6cm
Knife Holder Double Sided Magnetic Brown - 26.5X24.3X9.6cm
  • CHF 240.00

Magnetic Knife Holder

Kotai Japans Mes Gekarteld Broodmes met Bamboe Doos - 21cm
Kotai Japanese Knife Serrated Bread Knife with Bamboo Box - 21cm
  • CHF 102.00

Stainless steel

Kotai Magnetische Bamboe Messenhouder (Opvouwbaar)
Kotai Magnetic Bamboo Knife Holder (Foldable)
  • CHF 72.00

Magnetic Knife Stand

Kotai Mes Cleaver met Bamboe Doos - 19cm
Kotai Knife Cleaver with Bamboo Box - 19cm
  • CHF 125.00

Mujun Sujihiki Damascus Koksmes - 24cm
Mujun Sujihiki Damascus Chef's Knife - 24cm
  • CHF 402.00

Damascus steel

What is the difference between Thaan and Binchotan Charcoal?

Binchotan and Thaan Charcoal have their own unique characteristics and benefits for using oneKonro Grill, and it depends on your personal preference which one is best.

Binchotan charcoal is known for its high heat output, low smoke development and long burning time. It is made from oak wood or tropical hardwood that is slowly burned at high temperatures, resulting in a dense, pure charcoal that gives the charcoal its unique flavor.

Thaan charcoal from Thailand is made from the bark of mango trees and has a lower combustion temperature than Binchotan charcoal. As a result, it imparts a subtle flavor to the food that is prepared on it. Thaan charcoal is known for its fast ignition and relatively short burn time, making it useful for short grilling sessions.

In general it can be said that Binchotan charcoal is better suited for longer grilling sessions, while Thaan charcoal is better suited for shorter grilling sessions and for adding a subtle flavor to the food. However, it all depends on your personal preference and the way you use the charcoal.

Why is Binchotan Charcoal so expensive?

There are several reasons why Japanese Binchotan charcoal is relatively expensive:

Manufacturing process: Binchotan charcoal is made from high-quality, hardwoods that are burned slowly and at high temperatures. This process usually takes several days and is labor intensive, adding to the higher cost.

Scarcity: The woods used to make Binchotan charcoal are not always easy to find and are sometimes scarce. This can lead to higher raw material costs.

Quality :Binchotan charcoal is known for its high quality and unique properties, such as high heat output and low smoke development. This makes it popular among foodies and chefs, which can lead to higher prices.

Import costs: Binchotan charcoal is imported from Japan, and therefore has higher transport costs and import taxes.

In short, the higher price of Japanese Binchotan charcoal can be attributed to the higher production costs, scarcity of raw materials, high quality, and transportation and import costs.