KOBAYASHI FOODS Co.,Ltd

KOBAYASHI FOODS Co., Ltd. is a Japanese manufacturer established in November 1982 in Yaizu, Shizuoka, specializing in commercial-use katsuobushi (dried bonito), dashi-related products and processed food ingredients. Its business includes the manufacture of industrial Hanakatsuo, ingredients for furikake, dashi products and processed foods, supported by expertise in dried fish processing, crushing and powder processing.

The company's product range includes bonito flakes, crushed bonito, bonito and dashi powders, dashi packs, liquid dashi, mackerel shavings, seasoned dried fish products and related processed ingredients. Its customers include food manufacturers, restaurants, wholesalers, trading companies and retailers. The company also provides OEM and custom product development for commercial-use dashi and furikake products.

Manufacturing & Business Capabilities
KOBAYASHI FOODS operates the Tajiri, Oshima and Sangamyo factories and has more than 40 years of manufacturing experience. Its documented production capabilities include thinly shaved dried fish at approximately 600 tonnes per year, liquid dashi at approximately 180 tonnes per year, dashi powder for extraction at approximately 200 tonnes per year, seasoned furikake at approximately 300 tonnes per year, and dashi packs at 100,000 packs per month. The company supports flexible production ranging from small lots to large orders.

The manufacturer offers OEM and custom product development, including customer-specific concepts, recipes, specifications, prototypes and production. Production lead time is approximately two weeks for dried bonito flakes, powder, dashi packs and liquid dashi, depending on product specifications and production status. For stocked or ready products, shipping can be arranged as soon as the next business day. Its documented food-safety systems include HACCP and FSSC 22000, while Halal certification applies to relevant certified products.

International Business
KOBAYASHI FOODS exports katsuobushi and dried bonito products, with Russia and Taiwan specifically identified among its export markets. Malaysia is identified as a main market, while Southeast Asia is the company's stated target market for further business development. The company is scheduled to participate in MIHAS from 23–26 September 2026, where small bonito-flake sample packs are planned for tasting.

The company supports international buyers across food manufacturing, foodservice, wholesale and related commercial channels. Its product-level export arrangements include FOB Yokohama or consultation, while FCL loading is demonstrated for certain products. The company is also seeking opportunities to expand its overseas business through partnerships with international buyers and business partners.