Description
Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar 900ml is a premium Japanese seasoning crafted in the historic Tosa region of Shikoku, celebrated for its exceptional bonito. Made with a base of bonito- and kombu-rich dashi, then blended with authentic soy sauce and mirin, this Tosazu delivers a deep, refined umami flavour with a gently smoky aroma.
Versatile and full-bodied, it lifts simple dishes into restaurant-quality creations. Use it to enhance salad dressings, marinades, pickles, seafood, grilled meats, and classic Japanese favourites. Whether you’re a home cook or a professional chef, this bottle brings the true taste of Tosa straight to your kitchen.
Why you’ll love it:
- Crafted in the renowned Tosa region, famous for high-quality bonito
- Rich umami depth from kombu & bonito dashi
- Perfect for dressings, marinades, dipping sauces & seasoning
- Smoked aroma for an authentic Japanese flavour profile
- Large 900ml bottle – excellent value for culinary enthusiasts
- Bring genuine Japanese flavour to every dish with Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar.
Ingredients
Water (44,2%), Vinegar (Rice, Sake lees, Alcohol) (22,2%), SOY (SOYA) sauce (Salt, WHEAT (GLUTEN), Defatted soybean, Soybean, Glucose, Wheat protein, Rice, Alcohol) (10,5%), Sugar (10%), Mirin (Glutinous rice, Rice, Rice koji, Alcohol, Sugars) (9,8%), Kombu extract (Kombu, Maltose syrup, Salt, Sugar, Yeast extract) (1,8%), Salt (0,6%), Dried bonito (FISH) (0,5%), Hickory liquid smoke (Hickory smoke, Water) (0,4%)
Allergen – Gluten Allergen – Fish Allergen – Sesame Allergen – Soya
Contains: Gluten, Fish, Sesame, Soya
FAQs – Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar 900ml
What is Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar?
Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar 900ml is a traditional Japanese vinegar-based seasoning from the Tosa region of Shikoku, Japan.
It is made with dashi (a broth crafted from bonito flakes and kombu seaweed), then blended with soy sauce and mirin to create a rich, smoky, umami-packed flavour ideal for Japanese cooking.
How do I use Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar in cooking?
Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar is very versatile. Use it to:
- Dress salads and steamed vegetables
- Season grilled fish, seafood and meat
- Make marinades for tofu, meat or vegetables
- Add depth to Japanese dishes such as tataki, carpaccio, sunomono and pickles
- Finish noodle dishes and rice bowls with a splash of umami-rich acidity
What does Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar taste like?
It has a balanced, gently smoky flavour with a deep umami character from bonito flakes and kombu dashi.
The soy sauce and mirin add savoury and subtle sweetness, making this Japanese vinegar smooth, rounded and perfect for elevating simple dishes.
Is this Tosazu vinegar suitable for vegetarians or vegans?
No. Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar is made using bonito flakes (fish), so it is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.
It is best suited to those who enjoy traditional Japanese flavours that include fish-based dashi.
Does Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar contain gluten?
This Tosazu vinegar is made with soy sauce, which may contain soya and wheat (gluten).
If you have coeliac disease or a gluten sensitivity, please always check the product label for the most up-to-date ingredient and allergen information, or contact us before consuming.
How should I store Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar?
Store Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Once opened, ensure the cap is tightly closed after each use. For best quality, use within the period recommended on the bottle label.
Can I use this vinegar as a ready-made dressing?
Yes. Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar works beautifully as a ready-made dressing.
Simply drizzle it over salads, cold noodles, grilled vegetables or seafood.
You can also whisk it with a little extra soy sauce, sesame oil or citrus juice for a customised Japanese-style dressing.
What dishes does Sennari Tosazu Smoked Bonito Vinegar pair best with?
This Japanese vinegar pairs especially well with:
- Grilled or seared fish and seafood
- Japanese-style salads and pickles
- Tataki dishes and carpaccio
- Tofu dishes and vegetable sides
- Noodles, rice bowls and donburi
Its smoky umami flavour brings authentic Japanese character to both everyday meals and restaurant-style plates.
