Premium Kishu Binchotan Japanese White Charcoal (2KG)
Made in Japan Binchotan
Traditionalists consider only binchotan produced in Kishu, Tosa, and Hyuga as authentic binchotan. Their density and thermal power are significantly different.
Premium Kishu Binchotan: 2kg Pack - Made in Japan
Binchotan charcoal from the Kishu province of Japan (紀州備長炭), also known as Wakayama white charcoal, is considered the premium form of Japanese white charcoal. As the birthplace of Japanese binchotan, Kishu's exceptional quality makes it highly sought after, often resulting in limited supply and frequent stock shortages throughout the year.
Traditionalists believe that only binchotan produced in select regions of Japan can truly be called binchotan, with Kishu recognized as the top source and Tosa ranked second:
- Kishu (Wakayama)
- Tosa (Kochi)
- Hyuga (Miyazaki)
Since the supply is limited, we will get whatever cuts we can find for Kinshu—sometimes small, sometimes quarter-sized—but they are all user-friendly for different types of small to large grills.
The difference in results can be significant, so always ask where your binchotan was produced if it is not stated.
Binchotan: what makes it special?
What is Kishu Binchotan?
Kishu, in Wakayama Prefecture, is recognised as the birthplace of binchotan, with its origins dating back to the 1600s. Traditionalists maintain that only white charcoal produced from oak trees in Kishu should be called binchotan, considering it the highest grade.
In Japan, there are three major sources of premium binchotan white charcoal: Kishu binchotan (Wakayama), Tosa binchotan (Kochi), and Hyuga binchotan (Miyazaki).
Authentic binchotan is traditionally made from ubame oak (Quercus phillyraeoides) in these regions. Its distinctive qualities—a long-lasting, clean, and odourless burn—are directly linked to the unique properties of ubame oak and cannot be replicated by alternative materials, even within Japan.
Binchotan: Important Details & Precautions
- Each KG pack is a package within a carton and contains at least the specified amount of charcoal.
- All orders will be posted with care.
- We are unable to ship charcoal products to New Zealand.
- We do not accept returns or exchanges of charcoal products.
- Be sure to read the entire user guide before using the product. It must be used outdoors. Keep it out of the reach of children.
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