Japanese Kakigori Manual Ice Shaver

Pearl Life Kakigori Manual Ice Shaver

The Pearl Life Kakigori Manual Ice Shaver brings the beloved summer festival treat of kakigori — fluffy Japanese shaved ice — into the home kitchen. The hand-crank stainless steel blade shaves ice into fine, snow-like flakes ready to be topped with syrups, condensed milk, or fresh fruit, just as served at Japanese summer festivals.

Finished in classic festival colours with the traditional 氷 (ice) flag emblem on the front, the shaver works with both the included 250ml ice-making cup and regular loose ice cubes. The open base fits a serving bowl directly beneath the blade, catching the shaved ice as you crank — a fun and nostalgic summer activity for children and adults alike. Made in Japan by Pearl Life.

What's Included

• 1 x Pearl Life Kakigori Manual Ice Shaver
• 1 x Ice-Making Cup - 250ml

Key Features

• Traditional Kakigori Texture: The hand-crank stainless steel blade shaves ice into fine, fluffy flakes — the signature texture of Japanese festival shaved ice.
• Loose Ice Compatible: Works with regular ice cubes as well as the included ice-making cup — no special preparation required.
• Ice-Making Cup Included: A 250ml cup for freezing ice blocks sized perfectly for the shaver.
• Classic Festival Design: Blue and white body with a red crank knob and the traditional 氷 (ice) flag emblem.
• Simple Manual Operation: No electricity required — just add ice and turn the crank.
• Made in Japan: Produced by Pearl Life to Japanese quality standards.

Care Instructions

• Hand wash all parts with mild detergent — not dishwasher safe.
• Do not sterilise with boiling water.
• Dry thoroughly after washing before reassembly and storage.
• Handle the blade with care when cleaning.
• Hold the body and lid steady with one hand while turning the crank.
• Fill the ice-making cup to approximately 80% capacity before freezing.

About Kakigori

Kakigori is a traditional Japanese shaved ice dessert with a history stretching back over a thousand years to the Heian period, when shaved ice was a luxury enjoyed by aristocracy. Today it is a beloved symbol of Japanese summer — served at festivals and specialty shops nationwide, topped with colourful syrups, sweetened condensed milk, and seasonal fruit. The fluffy, snow-like texture that defines good kakigori comes from shaving the ice finely rather than crushing it.

About Pearl Life

Founded in 1968 in the Tsubame-Sanjo region of Niigata Prefecture — one of Japan's foremost metalworking regions — Pearl Life is a leading Japanese manufacturer of high-quality kitchenware. Known for producing practical, reliable, and well-designed household products, Pearl Life combines Japanese manufacturing expertise with everyday functionality.

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