Marutomo Z Hana-Katsuo (Dried Bonito Flakes) - 500g

1. Product Overview

Z Hana-Katsuo (Dried Bonito Flakes) – 500g by Marutomo Co., Ltd. is a Halal-certified Japanese dried seafood product made from bonito (katsuo), carefully shaved into thin, delicate flakes to deliver the distinctive savoury umami flavour of traditional Japanese cuisine. These dried bonito flakes offer versatility as both an ingredient for preparing authentic Japanese dashi stock and a ready-to-use topping for a variety of dishes, including okonomiyaki, takoyaki, tofu, and salads.

Made from dried bonito, the flakes release their characteristic seafood aroma and rich umami flavour when steeped in hot water, making them suitable for preparing traditional Japanese soup stock used in miso soup, noodle broths, and simmered dishes. Their thinly shaved texture also allows them to be served directly over prepared foods, adding a delicate appearance and pronounced bonito flavour without requiring additional preparation.

Packaged in a 500g bag with a shelf life of 12 months, Z Hana-Katsuo is suitable for professional kitchens, Japanese restaurants, catering operations, and food manufacturers requiring dried bonito flakes for regular food preparation. Supplied in export cartons containing eight bags, the product offers a practical sourcing option for international importers, distributors, and foodservice buyers seeking authentic Halal-certified Japanese bonito products.

Buyer Type: Importers, distributors, Japanese food wholesalers, Halal food distributors, foodservice suppliers (HoReCa), Japanese restaurants, sushi establishments, catering companies, hotel kitchens, and food manufacturers seeking dried bonito flakes for traditional dashi preparation, savoury seasoning, and ready-to-use food toppings.

2. Certifications & Production Standards

Halal Certification: Z Hana-Katsuo (Dried Bonito Flakes) – 500g is Halal-certified.

Product Composition: Made from dried bonito (fish), providing a traditional Japanese seafood ingredient suitable for preparing dashi stock and direct food topping applications.

Food Safety Standards: Marutomo Co., Ltd. maintains FSSC 22000 certification within its manufacturing operations. Product-specific FSSC 22000 facility coverage has not been provided.

Country of Manufacture: Japan.

Export Readiness:

3. Ingredient List & Nutrition Facts

Ingredients: Dried bonito.

Allergen Information: Contains fish (bonito).

Nutrition Facts: TBA.

4. Product Usage Instructions

For Dashi Stock Preparation:

1. Heat an appropriate amount of water until hot.

2. Add Z Hana-Katsuo dried bonito flakes to the hot water and allow them to steep to extract the characteristic bonito flavour and umami.

3. Strain the liquid to remove the flakes, producing a clear bonito-based dashi stock.

4. Use the prepared stock as a base for miso soup, noodle broths, simmered dishes, and other Japanese-style preparations.

For Direct Food Topping:

1. Sprinkle an appropriate amount of dried bonito flakes directly over freshly prepared dishes.

2. Use as a topping for okonomiyaki, takoyaki, tofu, salads, and other savoury dishes.

3. Adjust the quantity according to the desired flavour intensity and presentation.

5. Storage & Handling

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.

• Keep the product properly sealed after opening to minimise exposure to air and humidity and help preserve its characteristic aroma and flavour.

• Handle with clean, dry utensils to maintain product quality.

• Shelf life: 12 months when stored under the recommended conditions.

6. Product Highlights

• Authentic Japanese Dried Bonito Flakes: Made from dried bonito (katsuo), delivering the distinctive savoury umami flavour associated with traditional Japanese cuisine.

• Halal-Certified Seafood Ingredient: Halal certification supports sourcing requirements for buyers serving Halal-conscious markets.

• Dual Culinary Applications: Suitable for preparing traditional Japanese dashi stock or serving directly as a topping for various dishes.

• Thinly Shaved, Delicate Texture: Fine dried bonito flakes allow convenient flavour extraction in hot water and easy application as a ready-to-use garnish.

• Versatile Japanese Cuisine Ingredient: Ideal for miso soup, noodle broths, simmered dishes, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, tofu, salads, and other savoury preparations.

• Foodservice-Friendly Packaging: Supplied in 500g bags, with eight bags per carton for wholesale distribution and professional food preparation.

• 12-Month Shelf Life: Supports inventory planning, storage, and international distribution.

7. About Marutomo Co., Ltd.

Established in 1918 in Ehime Prefecture, Japan, Marutomo Co., Ltd. is a Japanese food manufacturer with over a century of expertise in katsuobushi (dried bonito) processing and traditional Japanese dashi seasonings. Its product portfolio includes dried bonito flakes, powdered dashi, dashi packs, liquid dashi, and related food products for household and foodservice applications. Operating seven factories in Japan, the company maintains FSSC 22000 food safety certification and JIT Halal certification for specified facilities and products. With export experience dating back to the 1980s, Marutomo supplies international markets, including Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, China, and the United States. Combining longstanding Japanese food-processing expertise with established manufacturing and export capabilities, Marutomo serves importers, distributors, and foodservice buyers seeking authentic Japanese dashi and bonito-based products.