Of course you can use any charcoal in these incredible little grills but to really fulfill their potential and do them justice the preferred fuel is the revered Binchotan Charcoal, also known as Japanese White Charcoal - Highly regarded as the best Charcoal in the World!
After months of trying to source affordable Binchotan, we have settled on a respected Sumi Bincho Briquette that comes in 10kg Boxes, and shares many of the attributes of the most expensive Binchotan. I have personally trialed the Charcoal and am fortunate enough to have the Editor of BBQ Magazine, Marcus Bawdon also use the product....
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" Burns hotter for Longer..."
2 Michelin Star Chef Sat Bains
PLEASE NOTE: Binchotan comes in many forms and a variety of grades. The traditional pure 'Kishu' Binchotan from Wakayama Provence in Japan is extremely expensive and currently not available to us. We have done our very best to source a quality, responsible supplier.
"The fineness and high quality of binchō-tan are attributed to steaming at high temperatures (about 1000 degrees Celsius). Although it is often thought that binchō-tan burns hot, it actually burns at a lower temperature than ordinary charcoal but for a longer period, making it preferable by a number of chefs." Wikipedia |
Japanese Kishu Binchotan
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Our Sumi Binchotan Briquettes
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Our regular Sumi Binchotan Briquettes have remained popular with restuarant customers throughout Europe due to it's highly compressed carbon content and incredible cook time of upto 8hrs (When used with our Konro Grill).
With the increase use of the Konro in a home setting, we've sought an alternative Binchotan Briquette that is more affordable and light's much easier. Our Viet Binchotan is still 100% Natural but is ready for your cook in half the time.
Our Viet Binchotan is still 100% Natural but lights around half the time quicker. With a cook time of 4-5 hrs, the briquettes are a great alternative and can be extinguished to re-use in exactly the same way.
Vina Charchoal
Lights Easier With a Burning Time of 5-6hrs
FROM £24.50 per 10kg inc.VAT
Vietnamese Sumi Binchotan Charcoal Briquettes (10kg - 40kg)
We've sourced a reliable supplier in Vietnam which produces a sustainable briquette that's performance is comparable to our popular Sumi Binchotan Briquettes that we have been selling for many years to some of the best Chefs in the country.
The Vietnamese Binchotan Briquettes are a more affordable alternative, easier to light and will still comfortably last for a 5 hour cook.
Vietnamese charcoal has become incredibly popular in Japan, using exactly the same production methods. The vast majority of these particular briquettes are exported to Japan.
Moisture: 7 % Max
Ash: 4 – 5 Max
Volatile matter: 8.01% Max
Fixed Carbon: 75% Min
Calorific: 7500 Kcal/kg Min
Burning time: 4 - 5 hours
100% Natural
*SAVE BY SUBSCRIBING: WWW.BINCHOTANCHARCOAL.CO.UK
Finally, with a lot more awareness of the environment we're hoping the Global Landsape is eventually shifting. We have gone to great lengths to source a truely sustainable alternative to our Binchotan Charcoal.
BAMBOO 'BINCHOTAN' BRIQUETTES (5kg - 10kg)
- LONG BURNING: Bamboo sawdust is pressed to form extreme high density. Then slowly carbonized in the kiln at the highest temperature close to
1000 ˚C. Only this unique technique can produce longer-lasting burning hours.
- SUSTAINABLE: Bamboo is a sustainable material. Bamboo can be
harvested in 1 year. In comparison hardwoods like oak trees take at least forty years.
- NO ODOUR: Made of 100% bamboo sawdust with no additive no chemicals at all.
- JUICY MEAT: Bamboo Charcoal emits a large amount of far-infrared rays. The heat not only enters the surface but also the inside of the meat, to lock the Umani in.
Environmentally friendly - No Sparks - Long Burning - Virtually no Smoke
All Konro Grills and Binchotan Charcoal can be picked up from our Shrewsbury Store
*New for 2026 & A Real Game Changer for lighting & extinguishing your Binchotan Charcoal
Yakiniku Binchopan
The binchopan is the most sustainable way of barbecuing. With the binchopan, you can light your Binchotan in a quick and authentic way. By placing the Binchotan upright in the pan, you create a concentrated heat, allowing your charcoal to glow quickly. The binchopan also serves as a extinguisher, so you can easily reuse your Binchotan and reduce CO2 emissions.
Dimensions:
Width: 43.5cm
Depth: 18cm
Height: 24cm
Weight: 7kg
BBQ Chimney Starter
£32.00
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Although you can ignite your Binchotan directly in your Konro grill, a charcoal starter chimney will speed up the process.
We've sourced a sturdy starter chimney with a good number of ventilation holes to aid air flow. A couple of our natural FLAMERS, a little natural Lumpwood Charcoal and your'e good to go within 20-30 minutes.
- HIGH QUALITY MATERIAL - Our charcoal chimney starter is crafted from durable aluminised steel, designed to withstand frequent use and high temperatures. Its sturdy construction ensures reliability and long-lasting performance for countless BBQ sessions.
- EASY AND SAFE HANDLING - Our BBQ charcoal starter features a robust 'Stay Cool' handle to protect your hands from burns, providing a safe and comfortable grip. Quickly move and pour hot coals safely, enhancing your grilling convenience.
- RAPID IGNITION FEATURE - Our chimney starter accelerates the charcoal ignition process dramatically, allowing coals to become red-hot within minutes. Simply fill the canister with briquettes, ignite newspaper or fire starters, and enjoy a speedy setup.
Dimensions:
31.5 x 31 x 19.6 cm
*Please never use any lighter fluid or any chemical accelerant in your Konro grill
Charcoal Extinguishing Pot - With Wooden Base
£75.00
Our Binchotan can be re-used a number of times. The Best way to do this is by using a Ceramic Extinguishing Pot to quickly cut off the Oxygen. The Coals will cool down within 20 mins and when reheated, can be used over and over again.
Using this process is extremely economical and re-lighting the Binchotan is very, very Quick!
16cm wide x 13cm High
Thick Ceramic Composition
Comes with a Handmade Wooden base
Japanese Two Way Starter Chimney and Fire Extinguishing Pot HOT-150
£85.00
£75.00
A convenient super light weight two way - starter chimney and extinguishing pot. Speed up the cooking process by simply placing the charcoal in through the bottom hole and ignite with some newspaper to get the charcoal lit. Cool down your binchotan charcoal by removing from the grill and back into the pot, which means the briquettes we supply can be used over and over again.
No Fuss - No Mess - Take the hassle out of Grilling!!
XL Binchotan Charcoal Extinguishing Pot
£160.00
£140.00
Very Large and Heavy, beautifully decorated and Original. Made from Cast Iron, and of course solid. This Extinguishing (Introduced to us in 2018) is the ultimate, traditional way to quickly cool down your Binchotan Charcoal. Meaning the Binchotan Briquettes we supply can be used over and over again.
223mm x 180mm
HEAVY BASED Charcoal Starter Pan
£140.00
£125.00
*Another Exclusive to the UK*
A Heavy Duty Charcoal Starter Pan, perfect for our Binchotan Briquettes - Just to make life that little bit easier. Speeds up the cooking process no end - Simply place the Charcoal in the Pan and sit over a Direct Flame, turning after 5-8 minutes. 10 Minutes Later your Good to Go! Perfect for the Professional or Home Cook.
No Fuss - No Mess - Take the hassle out of Grilling!!
- Almost 3kg in weight
- 21cm Diameter
- 15cm High
- Galvanised Steel Grid (1.3kg)
- Oak Wood Handle
Vietnamese BBQ Starter Chimney with Storage Case (Foldable)
£65.00
£42.00
We found these clever foldable charcoal starter chimneys in Vietnam. There are tonnes of BBQ Starter Chimney's to choose from online but experience tells us that it is the increased number of holes resulting in higher air flow that make all the difference!
A solid build and collapsible design make this the perfect BBQ companion for your Konro Grill
*Lights Binchotan Charcoal in 5-10 mins - Outdoor Use Only - Storage case included
(Do not leave in the wet)
FOR USE WITH FLAMERS WOOD WOOL: Flamers Natural Fire Lighters (50 Pack)
LooftLighter Fire Starter
£80.00
Light Charcoal, Briquettes or Wood in 60 seconds!!!
Fast, safe and eco friendly, the Looftlighter is the fastest lighter in the world!
There’s no flame and no gas, just super heated air that both ignites your charcoal and also cuts the time it takes until you can start cooking! And if this isn’t enough, it also lights wood, so you can use it outdoors for you grill, and indoors for your fire place. And yes, it has an integrated bottle opener.
Fast, safe and eco friendly, the Looftlighter is the fastest lighter in the world!
There’s no flame and no gas, just super heated air that both ignites your charcoal and also cuts the time it takes until you can start cooking! And if this isn’t enough, it also lights wood, so you can use it outdoors for you grill, and indoors for your fire place. And yes, it has an integrated bottle opener.
- Mains Operated
- 3 Year warranty when registered with LooftLighter
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- To set up a regular charcoal order please email [email protected] or visit www.binchotancharcoal.co.uk
