For those who love katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes), we recommend this katsuobushi made from rare, line-caught bonito. This is the "hara-bushi" (belly section), which produces a rich, flavorful broth. Typically, katsuobushi is made from bonito caught in large quantities using seine nets, which can cause the fish to bump against each other. This can damage the flesh and cause lactic acid to build up due to stress, resulting in a decline in flavor. Line-caught bonito, mainly caught in the waters near Japan, has a moderate amount of fat and a refined taste. Furthermore, honkare-bushi (fully fermented katsuobushi) is made over several months with great care and effort. It shrinks to one-sixth of its original size compared to raw bonito. Therefore, considering that it's like having a sashimi portion six times the size of the katsuobushi, it's not expensive at all. #Honkarebushi #Katsuobushi #KagoshimaMade #Katsuobushi #Harabushi #Washoku (Japanese Cuisine) Expiration Date: February 2027 *Please note that this product is a genuine, unused item and not a clearance item, so we are unable to offer a discount.* Condition: Dried food Type of seafood: Katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes) Features: Pesticide-free, additive-free