N.A. Sales has launched two charcoals together for restaurant grilling: Japanese-Style Ogatan Briquette Charcoal (#BC-1000) and Binchotan Hardwood White Charcoal (#BC-1001). Both are made from hardwood, come in a 22 lb box, and have a 4–5 hour burning time. They are made for yakitori and other charcoal-grilled dishes. Both are sold wholesale through N.A. Sales.
Products at a Glance
| Ogatan Briquette Charcoal | Binchotan White Charcoal | |
|---|---|---|
| N.A. Sales Item # | BC-1000 | BC-1001 |
| Charcoal type | Japanese-style Ogatan briquette | Binchotan white charcoal, hardwood lump |
| Package | 22 lb box | 22 lb box |
| Burning time | 4–5 hours | 4–5 hours |
| Main use | Yakitori and kushiyaki grilling | Yakitori and Japanese and Korean barbecue |
| How it is sold | Wholesale, by the box | Wholesale only, by the box |
Japanese-Style Ogatan Briquette Charcoal (#BC-1000)
Ogatan is a briquette-style charcoal made from natural hardwood and formed into uniform pieces. Japanese-Style Ogatan comes in a 22 lb box and is intended for yakitori and kushiyaki grilling.
Binchotan Hardwood White Charcoal (#BC-1001)
Binchotan Hardwood White Charcoal is a hardwood lump white charcoal. It is used for yakitori and other grilled dishes, and in Japanese and Korean restaurants that cook over charcoal. It has the lower ash content of the two items (0.8%) and a calorific value of 8000 kcal/kg.
Specification Comparison
| Specification | Ogatan #BC-1000 | Binchotan White #BC-1001 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Natural hardwood | Hardwood |
| Form | Briquette | Lump |
| Net weight | 22 lb per box | 22 lb per box |
| Ash content | 3.16% (calculated) | 0.8% |
| Moisture | 1.98% (calculated) | 2% |
| Fixed carbon | 90.19% (calculated) | 90% |
| Volatile matter | 4.67% (calculated) | — |
| Calorific value | — | 8000 kcal/kg |
| Burning time | 4–5 hours | 4–5 hours |
BC-1000 composition values are calculated (normalized to 100%). A dash means the value is not listed for that product.
Commercial Foodservice Applications
- Yakitori and kushiyaki counters: both items are made for skewer grilling over charcoal.
- Japanese and Korean barbecue restaurants: Binchotan White Charcoal is used in Japanese and Korean restaurants that grill over charcoal.
- Long grill services: both items have a 4–5 hour burning time.
Choosing Between Ogatan and Binchotan White Charcoal
Both items share the same 22 lb box and burning time, so the choice usually comes down to form and spec values:
- Ogatan (#BC-1000) is a uniform hardwood briquette.
- Binchotan White Charcoal (#BC-1001) is natural lump with a lower ash content (0.8% vs 3.16%) and a listed calorific value of 8000 kcal/kg.
To compare them in your own kitchen, ask your N.A. Sales representative about a sample.
More Grilling Supplies From N.A. Sales
N.A. Sales also carries other binchotan charcoal, a charcoal starter pan, Japanese smoking wood, and butane torches. Browse the N.A. Sales kitchenware and grilling supplies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What new charcoal products does N.A. Sales offer?
N.A. Sales launched Japanese-Style Ogatan Briquette Charcoal (#BC-1000) and Binchotan Hardwood White Charcoal (#BC-1001) together, both from Binchotan Company. Each comes in a 22 lb box and is made for restaurant charcoal grilling, including yakitori and kushiyaki.
What is the difference between Ogatan and binchotan white charcoal?
The main differences are form and spec values. Ogatan #BC-1000 is a uniform hardwood briquette with 3.16% ash and 90.19% fixed carbon (calculated). Binchotan White Charcoal #BC-1001 is a hardwood lump charcoal with 0.8% ash, 90% fixed carbon, and 8000 kcal/kg calorific value. Both have a 4–5 hour burning time.
How long does the charcoal burn?
Both #BC-1000 and #BC-1001 have a burning time of 4–5 hours. Actual time on the grill depends on how much charcoal is loaded, airflow, and the grill itself.
Which restaurants are these charcoals for?
They are for restaurants that grill over charcoal, especially yakitori and kushiyaki counters and Japanese and Korean barbecue restaurants.
Can I request a sample?
Consult with N.A. Sales sales representative for more details. If you do not have a representative yet, email info@nasales.com.
How do I order Ogatan or binchotan charcoal from N.A. Sales?
Both items are sold wholesale by the 22 lb box. Existing customers can order through their N.A. Sales representative. New restaurant and foodservice customers can register as a new customer first.
Contact N.A. Sales
For pricing or ordering of Ogatan Briquette Charcoal (#BC-1000) or Binchotan White Charcoal (#BC-1001), contact your N.A. Sales representative or contact the N.A. Sales team. New customers can register as a new customer. You can also email info@nasales.com.