Elevate your home cooking with the rich umami of Satsuma Honbushi, a traditional dried skipjack tuna from Kagoshima. Katsuobushi is the foundation of authentic Japanese dashi, bringing smoky depth and savory notes to everyday soups, sauces, and simmered dishes.
This batch is crafted from nearshore skipjack tuna, not by the usual craftsman Mr. Kubo, but by another skilled producer: the same maker behind the store's Satsuma Kamebushi. Mr. Kubo's next batch isn't due until after April 2025, so in the meantime this version steps in with no compromise in quality. The flavor and craftsmanship remain just as exceptional.
Satsuma Honbushi, dried bonito flakes made from locally caught bonito. Produced by the same maker responsible for the Satsuma Kamebushi sold by our store.
