The original konro grill, also known as shichirin or yakitori BBQ, comes from Japan. We carry the original, handmade Japanese konro grill and cheaper variants from China. Japanese models are always made of diatomaceous earth. The Chinese variants Of reinforced clay.

The primary purpose of this type of grill is direct, over very hot glow, grilling. This results in rapid searing that preserves flavours and juices. The most important considerations when buying a konro grill are: frequency of use, location and user.

Are you a professional and use your konro grill daily? Then choose an original Japanese grill made of diatomaceous earth. Do you use the konro hobbyally or occasionally in gastronomy? Then choose our cheaper Bizen models from Japan or one of our Chinese konros.

In doubt? Take contact on for advice. Then we will help you choose the right grill.

The konro or konro grill has several names:

• shichirin
• hibachi or hibachi grill
• yakitori grill

This refers to the same type of BBQ.

Japanese grills are second to none. Handmade from diatomaceous earth and superior in quality. Opt for this grill If you want to work with it professionally.

Want good and affordable alternative?

Then choose our Chinese konro grills. These are made of reinforced clay (ceramic) and are also of good quality. They are mainly suitable for home use or occasional use in the catering industry.

So the difference is in the ceramics!

Nevertheless, with both countries of origin, the price-quality ratio is balanced.

There are several ways to light the konro. Binchotan charcoal is very hard, which makes it a bit trickier to light.

1. Use a BBQ starter with 2 kindling woks underneath and 2 in between. Start this at least 1 to 2 hours before you BBQ. Carefully pour the coals into the grill when you see glow and pieces turning white. Then wait some more time until the coals start showing white glow;
2. Place the charcoal in the konro and put kindling wicks between them. Light them and wait 60 minutes;
3. Use a lighter or gas burner. Point it 2 cm above the coals until they start to glow. This can take up to 5 to 10 minutes;
4. Quickest method: put the binchotan with other, hot coals in another BBQ for a while.

Officially, you only use binchotan charcoal from Japan. We also understand that it is extremely expensive, which is why we offer affordable alternatives from Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam.

We do not recommend using regular briquettes because of fillers and chemical residue in your konro.

If you are without binchotan then you can use ordinary, natural charcoal however it burns much shorter.

A traditional, Japanese Konro Grill consists of diatomaceous earth.

What is diatomaceous earth? Over millions of years, under the pressure of the sea, a clay formed from compressed algae, soil, sediments. A natural kind of, extremely good heat-insulating, stone. You find this diatomaceous earth exclusively in the Sea of Japan. The rock is porous while having a low density. This allows the material to develop sponge-like properties and has excellent insulating properties. It is heat-resistant, even at particularly high temperatures (up to 1000°C). The blocks of diatomaceous earth bricks are held together by mortar and fired. This makes the walls of the konro resistant to extreme temperatures of up to 1000°C.

According to centuries-old Japanese craftsmanship, konros are handmade and constantly checked for quality. Choosing a Japanese konro grill means choosing a high-quality product that guarantees lifelong enjoyment.

The secret behind the konro grill is the material (diatomaceous earth), the unique design that ensures very even grilling and a hotter glow using the right binchotan charcoal. You will be amazed at the impact this has on your preparations.

Besides functionality and operation, another strength of the konro grill is: the social aspect. Prepare vegetables, fish, shellfish, chicken and meat and then grill, dine, share and enjoy together. Priceless!

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