The art of Dashi making

Our Time-Honored Craft: The “Tebiyama Method”

Slow. Handcrafted. Deeply Flavorful.
At the heart of our dashi is a traditional Japanese technique called the “Tebiyama” method, a centuries-old process that embodies patience, precision, and passion.

In this artisanal method, skilled craftspeople burn firewood in a deep underground kiln. Above the flames, they place wooden trays (seiro) filled with carefully prepared fish fillets, rotating and repositioning them by hand to ensure even heat and smoke exposure. This delicate balance of smoke, warmth, and time gently transforms the fillets into flavorful “katsuobushi” or dried fish flakes.

Each step is performed with care—by human hands, not machines. No shortcuts.
The result? A rich, umami-packed ingredient that can’t be replicated by mass production.

Though this method is slow and yields only small batches, we believe that true quality takes time. Every piece we make carries the depth of Japanese flavor and the sincerity of those who craft it.

Experience the soul of Japanese dashi—crafted not for convenience, but for connection.