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Japanese Bonito Flakes 2.82 Ounces

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Brand PierMall Cooking
Item Weight 2.82 Ounces
Package Weight 0.08 Kilograms
Number of Pieces 1
Item Form Flakes

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  • Contains a plastic bag of 3.52 ounce Bonito flakes (jikabiyaki honkatsu)
  • Could be used as a base stock for soups and broths
  • Product of Japan
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3.3 ounces. (100 gram) bag. Although bonito is one of the most important fish in Japanese cuisine, it is rarely eaten as the entr��e of a meal. Instead, the dark, oily fish is carefully dried and shaved into very fine, intensely flavored flakes known as katsobushi. These salty flakes are combined with kombu seaweed to make dashi, the base stock for most Japanese soups and broths. Dashi is present in so many Japanese foods that the cuisine would hardly be the same without it. The strong, clean fish flavor of katsobushi makes it a wonderful seasoning for wakame seaweed salads, for seasoning chilled tofu, and for sprinkling over steamed or saut��ed vegetables.

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.57 x 7.56 x 3.35 inches; 2.82 ounces
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ NINBEN
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000UWE0AO
  • Units ‏ : ‎ 2.82 Ounce
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 1,213 ratings

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Customers find these bonito flakes to be of high quality, with one noting they make amazing dashi stock, and appreciate their value, particularly for enhancing ramen packets. The large flakes work well for making dashi and onigiri, and customers report that both cats and dogs love them. While some customers say they smell good, others find them very fishy-smelling.

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146 customers mention "Taste"130 positive16 negative

Customers enjoy the taste of these bonito flakes, finding them savory and wonderful in soups, with one customer noting they make plain ramen noodles into a real meal.

"These Bonito Flakes are absolutely delicious and both my cat and I snack on them right out-of-the-bag every day!..." Read more

"...I've tried to find an equal..I found one in a bigger bag , same delicious taste..Those go for about 2'xs the price of these { Marutomo Katsuo @ 16 oz..." Read more

"...A sprinkle of Bonito flakes, and she eats every bite. 10 out of 10 recommend for fake and real cats alike." Read more

"...It tastes like a fishy bacon. A little salty, smoky, very umami. Not something my palate is accustomed to, but I didn't buy it for myself!" Read more

78 customers mention "Quality"78 positive0 negative

Customers find the bonito flakes to be of high quality, with one customer noting they make amazing dashi stock, and another mentioning they last for several months.

"...They arrived in perfect condition (large thin flakes that have a very fresh scent, proving the flesh was sliced when it was firm and just-caught)...." Read more

"...This is a great package size; large enough to last a few months, but not so large you need to figure out storage solutions...." Read more

"...Both of my packages were filled with large shavings, there was practically no breakage, and there was hardly any flake "dust" in either of..." Read more

"...Would buy again, good brand, quality and taste." Read more

52 customers mention "Value for money"52 positive0 negative

Customers find the bonito flakes to be a great value, particularly noting that it works well to boost 13c ramen packets.

"This bulk bag is a great value compared to the smaller bags...." Read more

"Got it for my cat. Great amount for a good price compared to what I find at stores around here...." Read more

"...These are also much cheaper (per pound) than the Petco brand product. He adores them, and I'm happy to give him the treat!" Read more

"Great product at a good price if you are looking for Bonito flakes and know how to use them in dishes...." Read more

51 customers mention "Flavor"51 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the flavor of these bonito flakes, particularly for making dashi, miso soup, and onigiri.

"...These flakes are the "real deal" and make wonderful broth, soups and many other Asian and Polynesian dishes...." Read more

"...I can think of , making this one the 5th ,..I think that this one is perfect , taste wise, no overly fishy smell or taste, and the best no added..." Read more

"...Works well and big bags like this go a long way. I think it'll take me months to get through this bag...." Read more

"Full flavor bonita For Dashi and as a condiment. A must have for your Japanese dishes." Read more

27 customers mention "Cat love"24 positive3 negative

Customers report that both cats and dogs love the bonito flakes.

"...I can report that all of my cats love it, although my mischievous 4-month-old kitten likes to spread it all over the room before she eats it..." Read more

"...It's a larger package than pictured as well. So yay! My cats absolutely love this stuff and go nuts for it...." Read more

"...My cats LOVE this stuff. I have to carefully hide the bag to keep them from chewing through the bag to get to them...." Read more

"...have these coming in on the "subscribe and save" and my cats are thrilled!" Read more

26 customers mention "Flakes size"22 positive4 negative

Customers like the size of these bonito flakes, describing them as nice and large, though some note that they are very thin.

"...One of my cats loves it, the other two couldn't care less. The flakes are big and light, and curly like pencil shavings...." Read more

"Bonito flakes are awesome! I ordered 2 bags...." Read more

"The flakes are very thin and tasty and smell good. The bags came in perfect condition and the flakes are big and not crumbles...." Read more

"...There are different levels of bonito flakes, ones made with flesh close to the blood line are considered of lower quality, but I would rank these..." Read more

23 customers mention "Size"18 positive5 negative

Customers like the size of the bonito flakes, with one customer noting there's a lot of product in such a small bag.

"...This is a great package size; large enough to last a few months, but not so large you need to figure out storage solutions...." Read more

"...It really is a large bag, and since I can only go through so much at a time, I end up using a lot as dog treats...." Read more

"...The bag is good sized and will last quite a while. Definitely a unique topping and most tasty." Read more

"...I'm sure it's a high quality product the pieces are quite large...." Read more

42 customers mention "Smell"24 positive18 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the bonito flakes' smell, with some finding it pleasant while others describe it as very fishy.

"...They arrived in perfect condition (large thin flakes that have a very fresh scent, proving the flesh was sliced when it was firm and just-caught)...." Read more

"...It tastes like a fishy bacon. A little salty, smoky, very umami. Not something my palate is accustomed to, but I didn't buy it for myself!" Read more

"...the 5th ,..I think that this one is perfect , taste wise, no overly fishy smell or taste, and the best no added salt { no need } but some do..I..." Read more

"...The smell is exactly as it should be, highly pungent, highly fishy, very stinky...." Read more

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I got these for my cat after playing Neko Atsume. Like, I am leaving fake bonito flakes out to lure fake cats into my yard in that game, but I haven’t given them to my real cat yet? I’m lucky she still loves me.She recently switched to a prescription diet, and some of the flavors are not as palatable as others. A sprinkle of Bonito flakes, and she eats every bite. 10 out of 10 recommend for fake and real cats alike.
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  • Wendy Lou
    5.0 out of 5 stars HAPPY CATS..HAPPY PEOPLE..HAPPY SALES!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2016
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    These Bonito Flakes are absolutely delicious and both my cat and I snack on them right out-of-the-bag every day! They arrived in perfect condition (large thin flakes that have a very fresh scent, proving the flesh was sliced when it was firm and just-caught). I have decades of experience with canning, smoking, freezing, and preparing dishes with West Coast albacore tuna, which is akin to bonito. I was privileged in the 1970's to cook for the 2-man crew of a unique schooner/troller that was set up to long-line these fast and spectacular fish 200mi. off the Pacific coast. That fish was gutted and cleaned right on deck and put in the hold to quickly chill it. The resulting product when fish are respected in this way tastes and smells nothing like "commercial" store-bought tuna. (The closest thing I've found is Costco's Kirkland brand.) These flakes are the "real deal" and make wonderful broth, soups and many other Asian and Polynesian dishes. Just melting a few yummy flakes on my tongue gives me an immediate protein rush when I come in out of the extreme cold weather we've had in the GA Mtns. (of all places) and my comical cat races up&down and all-around with each snack. I do have one caveat though: If you are spoiled w/ Amazon Prime like me, do order early and give it an extra week to arrive. This is a bargain @$8.29 w/Free Shipping if you are isolated away from the luxury of specialty stores, etc.. Also, just so you know, I trust Japanese food products and would not have bought this product from another foreign country. HAPPY CATS!..HAPPY PEOPLE!..HAPPY SALES!
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  • ~ Karma Isa ~
    5.0 out of 5 stars Purrfect for all ..~!~
    Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2013
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    We have tried 4 brands of these that I can think of , making this one the 5th ,..I think that this one is perfect , taste wise, no overly fishy smell or taste, and the best no added salt { no need } but some do..I think this out of all is my personal favorite...Both for the perfect breakdown , it is meant to go from a powdery into a more solid sliver of fish..Not meant to be chewy , and these are not..Purrfect...~!~

    Update : July 22 , 2013
    As I have run out of these flakes and waiting for more to come in.. I've tried to find an equal..I found one in a bigger bag , same delicious taste..Those go for about 2'xs the price of these { Marutomo Katsuo @ 16 oz. for $ 26.15 ) they are pinkish -red and keep the same consistency to the bottom of the bag { like these } and are the very best..If you chew a piece and it is slightly tough { chewy , too chewy } , or a little bit salty check out this brand ..I love to eat these right out of the container , with a couple pairs of eyes staring at me..Of course I share..~!~
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  • Jennifer Keller
    5.0 out of 5 stars Neko Atsume
    Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2023
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    I got these for my cat after playing Neko Atsume. Like, I am leaving fake bonito flakes out to lure fake cats into my yard in that game, but I haven’t given them to my real cat yet? I’m lucky she still loves me.
    She recently switched to a prescription diet, and some of the flavors are not as palatable as others. A sprinkle of Bonito flakes, and she eats every bite. 10 out of 10 recommend for fake and real cats alike.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
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    Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2023
    I got these for my cat after playing Neko Atsume. Like, I am leaving fake bonito flakes out to lure fake cats into my yard in that game, but I haven’t given them to my real cat yet? I’m lucky she still loves me.
    She recently switched to a prescription diet, and some of the flavors are not as palatable as others. A sprinkle of Bonito flakes, and she eats every bite. 10 out of 10 recommend for fake and real cats alike.
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  • Erica
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great for Kitties!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2023
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    Sometimes my Kitty turns up his nose at some flavors of wet food. With costs increased as much as 30%, I really can't afford for him to be so wasteful. A pinch of flakes on top has been great at stimulating his appetite and getting him to finish his food.

    This is a great package size; large enough to last a few months, but not so large you need to figure out storage solutions. (I did transfer contents to an airtight container, as I live in a humid climate.) For multiple kitties the 1lb packages may make more sense.

    Mostly large flakes, but I do see a bit of powdery bits. Bits on wet food aren't so much an issue for the Kitty, but I think generally that's considered a concern for people who cook with bonito flakes.

    I have a piece here and there on occasion. It tastes like a fishy bacon. A little salty, smoky, very umami. Not something my palate is accustomed to, but I didn't buy it for myself!
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  • hasselaar
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Quality At A Good Price.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2015
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    This bag of Japanese Bonito Flakes is enormous, although light as air. I ordered two bags, not expecting that the bags would be quite so large. However, this is a very good quality of Bonito Flakes, and they will all be used and enjoyed. This brand delivers a very finely-shaven quality of dried Bonito. Both of my packages were filled with large shavings, there was practically no breakage, and there was hardly any flake "dust" in either of the two sacks. The smell is exactly as it should be, highly pungent, highly fishy, very stinky. This is one of the two building blocks of much Japanese cuisine, the other being Kombu, a form of sea Kelp. When these Bonito Flakes and the Kombu are used together, they form a lovely and rich stock which is the base for Miso Soup, and so very many other Japanese dishes.

    This product is a lovely quality and I recommend it.
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  • Gail for Trevor
    5.0 out of 5 stars fast
    Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2024
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    If you need them, here they are.
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  • L.O.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cats love this as a food topper if they need encouragement to eat
    Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2023
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    This bulk bag is a great value compared to the smaller bags. I just divide it into smaller bags, toss them all in the freezer, and take out one smaller bag at a time as needed. Sometimes my cats need encouragement to finish their canned food, and a little of this tuna as a topper does the trick.
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  • Davina Hovanec
    3.0 out of 5 stars It is Benito flakes but posting misleading size
    Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2023
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    Bonito flakes, fresh and tasty but size on listing indicates 3.5 ounces; received 2.82 ounces, 80 gram bag instead. Would buy again, good brand, quality and taste.
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  • Ping C
    3.0 out of 5 stars twice as expensive as ones found in asian groceries
    Reviewed in Canada on July 7, 2023
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    the flavor is okay but it's too expensive. you can find similar product for half the price in asian groceries. I understand that buying online is much convenient but x2 the price isn't worth it
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  • Eimear
    1.0 out of 5 stars Expiring in July and a different package
    Reviewed in Canada on June 7, 2022
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    I just received the package (10 min ago). Today is May 30, 2022 and the Best Before date on the bag is July 12, 2022. And it doesn't seem to be the brand I ordered. I ordered it specifically for this brand. I don't know which of these two is worse and I don't know...
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    1.0 out of 5 stars
    Expiring in July and a different package

    Reviewed in Canada on June 7, 2022
    I just received the package (10 min ago). Today is May 30, 2022 and the Best Before date on the bag is July 12, 2022. And it doesn't seem to be the brand I ordered. I ordered it specifically for this brand. I don't know which of these two is worse and I don't know...
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