The True Taste of Japan
– Pure and Simple –

Message from Us

We are a long-established katsuobushi shaving company,
crafting flavor in Kyoto for over a century.

We face each ingredient with care,
mastering heat and shave to deliver truly delicious dashi—both to homes and professional kitchens across Japan.
Food culture evolves with time.

But the joy of "deliciousness" is something we believe remains unchanged.
We will continue to protect the authentic flavor of Japan's shaved katsuobushi and offer products that enrich your daily life.

Over the past 145 years, we have communicated not with looks or form, but with flavor.

Master artisans craft the rich aroma of katsuobushi by selecting ingredients and adjusting roasting and shaving techniques.

We elevate carefully made, subtly sweet katsuobushi from our producers into umami-rich katsuo dashi products.

From Kyoto to Japan and the world,
we continue to shave our katsuobushi with honesty and devotion,
believing in the power of dashi as the foundation of flavor.

Product Lineup

Katsuo Dashi
  • Hana Katsuo
    (Delicate Katsuobushi Flakes)

    Recommended For:
    Dishes where aroma is key and you want the dashi flavor to remain subtle.
    Perfect for clear soups, aspics, consommés, and delicate Japanese-style broths.

  • Atsu-Kezuri
    (Thick Shavings)

    While it takes about 25 minutes to extract the flavor, it produces a rich, deep dashi. Ideal for:
    Soups, dressings, pasta sauces, risottos, and more.
    If you wish to go into more detail:
    Blend of the following:
    Dried round herring flakes (Urume-Iwashi)
    Dried mackerel flakes (Saba-bushi)
    Dried soda bonito flakes (Soda-bushi)
    Dried bonito flakes (Katsuo-bushi)
    Please refer to our website for images and details:
    Click here
    https://kyoto-katsuo.co.jp/products

Dashi Pack
  • Dashi Packs

    Rich, full-bodied dashi made easy.
    Each pack is blended with carefully selected ingredients based on recommended flavor profiles.

    • Dashi Pack A
    Makes 2 liters of dashi per 100g.
    A balanced blend of round herring, mackerel, and soda bonito.
    Focused on delivering a perfect harmony of richness, aroma, and umami.

    • Dashi Pack B
    Makes 2 liters of dashi per 100g.
    A blend of round herring and mackerel.
    Recommended for those who prefer a deeper, more full-bodied flavor.

  • For Vegan / vegetarian

    Best used in:
    Soups, dressings, pasta sauces, risottos, and more.
    We offer dashi products suitable for vegetarian diets.
    Please contact us for more details.

Dashi Plus+ Essentilas
  • Aromatic Oils

    Niboshi (Dried Sardine) Oil Recipes Available
    Flavorful oils made using dried sardines—perfect for adding depth to a variety of dishes.

  • Kombu (Kelp)

    For more information, please refer to the kombu section on our website:
    Click here
    https://kyoto-katsuo.co.jp/products

How to Use

Ajillo
　　× Niboshi Oil

＜ Ingredients ＞
Peeled shrimp
80g
Mushrooms
8–10 pieces
Broccoli
30g
Garlic
1 clove
Salt
A pinch
Niboshi oil
(dried sardine-infused oil)
150ml
＜How to Make＞
  • Pour niboshi oil into a pan, add garlic, and heat gently over low heat.
  • When the garlic becomes fragrant, add the mushrooms and shrimp, and simmer over low heat for 10–15 minutes.
  • Add pre-boiled broccoli and adjust the flavor with salt.

Unlike olive oil, niboshi oil is infused with the deep umami of dried sardines. It brings out a unique, slightly bitter aroma characteristic of niboshi, creating an ajillo with a distinctly Japanese “和（wa）” essence.