Kasai Little Konro Hibachi Charcoal Grill – Stainless Steel Frame SVT-16025

The Kasai Little Konro is a compact Japanese-style hibachi charcoal grill, made in the UK and suited to table-side cooking or small-scale yakitori and robata-style service in restaurants. The grill body is constructed using a natural clay material that gives it strong heat-retentive properties, distinguishing it from standard steel charcoal trays. The stainless steel frame provides a stable, cleanable base suitable for professional service environments.

The clay construction is the defining characteristic of konro-style grilling. Rather than dissipating heat outward, the material reflects it back toward the fuel and cooking surface. This means charcoal burns more efficiently and for longer than it would in a conventional open grill, reducing how frequently fuel needs to be replenished during service. The result is a more consistent cooking temperature and less interruption to the cooking process — both of which matter in a front-of-house or table-side setting where presentation is part of the experience.

In practical terms, this suits operators running izakaya-style menus, Japanese BBQ concepts, or any format where small-batch charcoal grilling is prepared tableside or to order in a compact kitchen station. It is sized for two to four covers at a time, making it appropriate for intimate settings or as a supplementary cooking tool rather than a primary high-volume grill.

• Clay body retains and reflects heat for longer, more consistent charcoal burns
• Stainless steel frame is durable and straightforward to clean between services
• Compact footprint suits table-side, counter, or pass-adjacent placement
• Weighing 10.7kg, it can be repositioned between services without difficulty
• Made in the UK, with quality control suited to professional kitchen use

As a charcoal appliance, the konro requires appropriate ventilation — it should not be used in enclosed spaces without adequate extraction or natural airflow. It is not intended as a high-throughput production grill; for busier service volumes or larger covers, a heavier-duty konro or full robata station would be worth considering. Other configurations within the Kasai range — including skewer sets and plancha attachments — are available if your service style requires them.

If you are planning to incorporate konro grilling into a new menu format or are unsure which configuration best fits your service, our team is happy to talk it through with you.