Dimensions: Medium = 6'8"L x 3.3"W - Large = 10.3"L x 4.3"W
Alternative Uses: garlic, ginger, daikon, carrot
The Hagane Zame is one of the best graters on the planet. Produced by Kinjirushi, the most recognizable wasabi brand in the world, this oroshiki was created to grind the best cream possible. Designed by Yamamoto Yutaka, the head of the Wasabi Museum in Shimoda, Japan, tested over 300 different patterns in a scientific quest to get the most out of wasabi. After years of experimentation, he ultimately landed on the hiragana spelling of the word "wasabi" ( わさび)! The hiragana symbols are slightly raised from heavy pressing of the stainless steel material. "Wasabi" わさび is spelled repeatedly over the surface of the Hagane Zame. Yamamoto-san was right...わさび really does grate some of the best wasabi I've ever tasted.
I've noticed when I use the Hagane Zame the wasabi paste comes out a bit sweeter compared to the Oni Namida, and significantly more than shark skin. It's also extremely efficient, and grates your wasabi up to 2.5 times faster compared to shark skin. It's stainless steel construction harms no animals, making it a sustainable product. Although not as sturdy and heavy duty as the Oni Namida oroshiki (it is a bit bendable), the Hagane Zame is well constructed and extremely lightweight allowing for easy portability. It's also easy to clean and almost any cleaning apparatus will work on it.
