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product_id: 170903771
title: "Katsuobushi Dried Bonito Flakes - Jumbo Pack 16 Oz - Large Dashi Bonito Flakes - Make Traditional Japanese Dashi at Home - Premium Bonito Flakes for Dashi"
brand: "tetsujin"
price: "KSh15610"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Tetsujin"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/170903771-katsuobushi-dried-bonito-flakes-jumbo-pack-16-oz-large-dashi
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# Large, thin flakes for max umami 16 oz jumbo pack Traditional wood-smoked aroma Katsuobushi Dried Bonito Flakes - Jumbo Pack 16 Oz - Large Dashi Bonito Flakes - Make Traditional Japanese Dashi at Home - Premium Bonito Flakes for Dashi

**Brand:** tetsujin
**Price:** KSh15610
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Elevate your kitchen game with the smoky soul of Japan’s finest bonito flakes!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Katsuobushi Dried Bonito Flakes - Jumbo Pack 16 Oz - Large Dashi Bonito Flakes - Make Traditional Japanese Dashi at Home - Premium Bonito Flakes for Dashi by tetsujin
- **How much does it cost?** KSh15610 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/170903771-katsuobushi-dried-bonito-flakes-jumbo-pack-16-oz-large-dashi)

## Best For

- tetsujin enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tetsujin brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Umami Powerhouse:** Unlock authentic Japanese dashi with bold, smoky depth that elevates every dish.
- • **Chef-Grade Quality:** Expertly sliced large flakes crafted by Takumi artisans for restaurant-level flavor at home.
- • **Generous Jumbo Size:** A full 16 oz pack ensures you never run out of premium bonito flakes for all your culinary experiments.
- • **Tradition Meets Innovation:** Experience the Shōwa-era perfected craft of Tetsujin’s wood-smoked katsuobushi, a timeless flavor boost.
- • **Versatile Culinary Essential:** Perfect for miso soup, sauces, and garnishes—your secret weapon for next-level Japanese cooking.

## Overview

Tetsujin Katsuobushi Dried Bonito Flakes come in a generous 16 oz jumbo pack featuring large, thinly sliced flakes smoked traditionally over wood. Crafted by master artisans since the Shōwa era, these premium flakes deliver intense umami and a bold smoky aroma, perfect for authentic Japanese dashi, miso soup, and gourmet sauces. Ideal for foodies seeking to recreate restaurant-quality Japanese flavors at home.

## Description

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Review: Perfect! - These are a great value! So fresh and the flakes are more like thick ribbons. There was a lot of air in the bag so nothing was crushed- no bonito dust or broken pieces at the bottom of the bag. They are large and thick top to bottom. The only issue is my cats, who I bought them for. They won’t touch them. They have been eating another brand of bonito for a few years and I wanted to switch to this brand to save some money. I think the flavor might be too strong for the kitties. I guess I will have to come up with some “people” recipes to use them up! I am sure they are delicious. They smell great!
Review: JUMBO SIZED😲😊🥰 - It's a 1lb bag! Large flakes. I wasn't paying attention and I thought it was a small bag. However this is like a party sized bag of Lay's potato chips....but bigger. It tasted nice and I cannot wait to start using it in recipes. I got curious watching "Korina Solo Life" on YouTube and he uses this a lot in his dishes. I wanted to give it a try.😊 It appears not to have an expiration date which is good...there's a lot. This can easily be of great value to those who feeds this to their pets as well.

## Features

- ✅ DASHI STOCK THE ESSENCE OF WASHOKU: Tetsujin brand dried bonito flake is used to make Japanese dashi stock the traditional way. It's packed with umami flavor, and adds a Bold & Smoky flair to any soup or sauce base.
- ✅ NEXT LEVEL MISO SOUP: Make incredible miso soup at home by adding dashi stock made with Tetsujin bonito flake. This secret ingredient of top chefs are now available for Japanese foodies at home.
- ✅ LARGE FLAKES: This is a restaurant quality Hana Katsuobushi with large flakes, super thin sliced by expert Japanese specialists. The larger surface area ensure maximum umami flavor infusion when boiled, and the super thin texture simply melts in your mouth when used as a topping.
- ✅ THE TAKUMI SPIRIT: In Japan the title Takumi 匠 is only given to those who dedicate their life to perfecting the craft. Tetsujin katsuobushi is made exclusively by a traditional katsuobushi producer that has been perfecting katsuobushi since the Shōwa era.
- ✅ IT'S SMOKED: You've probably wondered why top restaurants are able to produce dashi stock with that deeply aromatic and subtly smoky tone.. Tetsujin bonito flake is their secret ingredient. Our katsuo is traditional wood smoked to perfection for that wonderful aroma.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07BQP3WDG |
| Best Sellers Rank | #123,721 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #23 in Bonito Flakes |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (531) |
| Date First Available | March 26, 2018 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
| Item model number | ZY-ghm-20201231-93 |
| Manufacturer | TETSUJIN |
| Other display features | Grocery |
| Product Dimensions | 14.1 x 10.3 x 3 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** TETSUJIN
- **Item Form:** Flake
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Specialty:** gmo-free, natural, sugar-free, vegan, wild-caught
- **Unit Count:** 16.0 Ounce

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can the flakes be grounded into a powder?**
A: I know it’s ground into tiny flakes for use in Furikake. Since it’s super dry product, it would easily lend itself to being powderized. Don’t know how it would taste though. I use it for Dashi and eat it topped on steamed rice with Nori. (Look up “cat rice”) SHB

**Q: Does it need to be efrigerate after open?**
A: No, it doesn’t.

**Q: Does this product have monosodium glutamate (MSG)?**
A: No MSG. 100% Bonito flakes. No additives.

**Q: freshness date somewhere on the package?**
A: I could not find a freshness date on the package.
I’m on my third bag and I’ve not been disappointed yet on quality and freshness.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect!
*by E***H on April 14, 2021*

These are a great value! So fresh and the flakes are more like thick ribbons. There was a lot of air in the bag so nothing was crushed- no bonito dust or broken pieces at the bottom of the bag. They are large and thick top to bottom. The only issue is my cats, who I bought them for. They won’t touch them. They have been eating another brand of bonito for a few years and I wanted to switch to this brand to save some money. I think the flavor might be too strong for the kitties. I guess I will have to come up with some “people” recipes to use them up! I am sure they are delicious. They smell great!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ JUMBO SIZED😲😊🥰
*by E***H on May 17, 2021*

It's a 1lb bag! Large flakes. I wasn't paying attention and I thought it was a small bag. However this is like a party sized bag of Lay's potato chips....but bigger. It tasted nice and I cannot wait to start using it in recipes. I got curious watching "Korina Solo Life" on YouTube and he uses this a lot in his dishes. I wanted to give it a try.😊 It appears not to have an expiration date which is good...there's a lot. This can easily be of great value to those who feeds this to their pets as well.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My 5 kitties LOVE it!
*by C***Y on October 14, 2025*

I buy this instead of Cat man doo fish flakes. Much cheaper and a lot more product! I put some in a baggie for use now, then vacuum seal the rest and freeze it. My 5 kitties LOVE this as a topper!

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*Store origin: KE*
*Last updated: 2026-03-15*