{"product_id":"kobo-aizawa-copper-oroshigane-grater","title":"Pure Copper Oroshigane Grater – Hand-Raised Teeth | KOBO AIZAWA","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eHand-raised teeth on pure copper — for the fluffiest grated daikon and ginger\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/aiza-26-9-4.webp\" alt=\"Pure copper oroshigane grater by Kobo Aizawa\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sharp edge and the weight of copper create a texture you will not get from an ordinary grater. This double-sided \u003ci\u003eoroshigane\u003c\/i\u003e (Japanese grater) is made by \u003cstrong\u003eKobo Aizawa\u003c\/strong\u003e, a long-established kitchen tool maker in Tsubame, Niigata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTeeth raised by hand\u003c\/b\u003e — every tooth is lifted one by one with a chisel by a craftsman, so it cuts cleanly with almost no effort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTwo sides, two textures\u003c\/b\u003e — coarse for daikon radish, carrot and yam; fine for ginger, garlic and wasabi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLight, juicy results\u003c\/b\u003e — the teeth cut rather than crush, so food keeps its moisture, flavor and aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSteady and hygienic\u003c\/b\u003e — the weight of solid copper keeps it from wobbling; tin plating prevents a metallic taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade in Tsubame, Japan\u003c\/b\u003e — approx. 11.5 × 21 cm (4.5 × 8.3 in).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe sharpness of hand-raised teeth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/aiza-26-9-7.webp\" alt=\"Rows of teeth raised one by one with a chisel\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first glance the teeth look perfectly uniform, but each one was raised by hand with a striking chisel — a process called \u003ci\u003emetate\u003c\/i\u003e. Their angles and heights vary slightly, so the sharp edges catch the food every time it slides across, and you can grate smoothly without pressing hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOne grater, two uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/aiza-26-9-11.webp\" alt=\"Coarse side for daikon radish, carrot and yam\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFront (coarse):\u003c\/b\u003e for daikon radish, carrot or Japanese yam when you want a fluffy, slightly crisp texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/aiza-26-9-8.webp\" alt=\"Fine side for ginger, garlic and wasabi\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBack (fine):\u003c\/b\u003e for ginger, garlic and wasabi — the fibers are cut finely to bring out their aroma and flavor. No need to switch tools: one grater handles all your prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLight and full of moisture\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike plastic or pressed graters that crush the food, these teeth shave it as if cutting it into tiny pieces. Fewer cells are broken, so moisture, umami and aroma stay inside. Grated daikon and ginger are not squeezed dry — they come out remarkably light and juicy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSteady weight and hygienic tin plating\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/aiza-26-9-6.webp\" alt=\"Tin-plated copper grater, hygienic and free of metallic smell\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts moderate thickness and weight keep it from wobbling while you grate, so your hands stay steady and safe. The surface is tin-plated, which is hygienic and keeps metallic smells from transferring to food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/aiza-26-9-14.webp\" alt=\"Pure copper handle that deepens in color with use\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe more you use it, the better it feels in your hand — and the exposed copper develops a warm, deep color over time. A kitchen tool to keep for life that lifts the quality of your cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Kobo Aizawa\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKobo Aizawa is a long-established kitchen tool maker in Tsubame, Niigata, a town famous for metalwork. Their aim is to make tools that bring Japan's traditional crafts into everyday life. They always return to the basic questions of why an object exists and why it is needed — pursuing functional beauty and stripping away decoration to give their tools life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunction:\u003c\/b\u003e double-sided (front: coarse \/ back: fine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e approx. W 115 × L 210 × H 12 mm (4.5 × 8.3 × 0.5 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e approx. 260 g (9.2 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e pure copper with tin plating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade by:\u003c\/b\u003e Kobo Aizawa, Tsubame, Niigata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade in:\u003c\/b\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter use, remove any food left between the teeth with a scraper, scrubbing brush or toothbrush, following the direction of the teeth. Wash with mild detergent, wipe dry and let it dry completely — moisture left on the copper can cause verdigris (green patina).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth sides have sharp teeth: take care when washing, carrying and storing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot dishwasher or dryer safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich side should I use?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the coarse front for daikon, carrot and yam, and the fine back for ginger, garlic and wasabi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat color is the grating surface?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth sides are silver (tin-plated); only the handle shows the copper color. Colors may look different depending on the photo and your screen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67734944022607,"sku":"aizw-2601","price":1566.0,"currency_code":"TWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/aiza-26-9-3_b962afd055cca17cec497bb17bdb445f.webp?v=1792133181","url":"https:\/\/nihon-iimonoya-global.com\/en-tw\/products\/kobo-aizawa-copper-oroshigane-grater","provider":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}