Tosa Binchotan Charcoal naturally purifies for great-tasting water. Binchotan is known as the highest quality charcoal and is activated through an extremely high burning temperature and a rapid cooling process. Binchotan's alkaline properties reduce water hardness. In addition, it naturally absorbs odor and improves the overall taste of water, leaving you with a fresh glass of water each time. Each stick can be used for about three months. After three months, it can be used as a natural deodorizer, dehumidifier, or broken it into small pieces and placed into your plant soil, creating micro water and air cavities in the soil. Made in the Tosa region in Japan. First use: rinse with water and boil for 10 minutes and let dry. Six binchotan charcoal sticks are included in a package. Use 1 stick for a personal water bottle and use 2 sticks for a carafe. The filtering time is approximately 3-4 hours. Traditional Japanese Charcoal Binchotan charcoal is high-grade charcoal and is prized for its natural way to purify water for a great taste. Charcoal has been used in Japan to naturally improve water and air for centuries. Natural and Environmentally-Safe Binchotan charcoal sticks are an entirely natural and plastic-free option. Enjoy each glass of water more while doing something good for the environment. Reuse and Recycle Depending on the water used, each charcoal stick will last for about three months. After that, it can be used as a natural deodorizer, dehumidifier, or recycled into plant soil. 6 Piece Personal Binchotan Charcoal Sticks from Tosa Four 2-Litre Binchotan Charcoal Sticks from Kishu 1-2 Gallon Binchotan Charcoal Stick from Kishu Half Pound Value Pack Binchotan Charcoal Sticks Pro Grade Binchotan BBQ Lump Charcoal from Kishu Japanese Binchotan Charcoal Facial Soap Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Customer Reviews 4.6 out of 5 stars 134 4.4 out of 5 stars 95 4.2 out of 5 stars 93 4.2 out of 5 stars 5 3.7 out of 5 stars 5 4.1 out of 5 stars 11 Price $22.50$22.50 $28.50$28.50 $19.75$19.75 $28.95$28.95 $101.95$101.95 $14.95$14.95 Type of Charcoal Binchotan from Tosa region Binchotan from Kishu region Binchotan from Kishu region Binchotan from Japan Binchotan from Kishu region Binchotan from Japan Amount Included 6 Sticks 4 Sticks 1 Stick Half Pound Value Pack 4 Pound Bag 1 Cube (50 grams) One Stick Can Filter Up To... Various Personal-Sized Water Bottles (Up to 1 Litre of Water) 2 Litres of Water 1-2 Gallons of Water 1 Ounce of Charcoal Sticks About 1.5 Litres of Water N/A N/A Filtering Time 3-4 Hours 3-4 Hours 6-7 Hours 3-4 Hours N/A N/A Plastic-Free ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Purifies for Great-Tasting Water ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ X X