Limited Notice: Limited availability for a short time only. The current batch has a best before date of April 2026. As you may be aware, unopened dried starch kept in cool condition can be in excellent condition well beyond the suggested best before dates.
Katakuriko (片栗粉) is the Japanese term for potato starch, and this variety is made exclusively from 100% Hokkaido-grown potatoes. Known for its purity and smooth texture, this starch offers excellent thickening and coating properties with a clean, neutral flavour.
Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island, is famous for its cool climate, mineral-rich volcanic soil, and wide potato fields. These growing conditions contribute to a starch that is notably finer and lighter than most Western potato starches. The result is a soft powder that dissolves easily and yields a clear, glossy finish without cloudiness or clumping.
Katakuriko is a versatile pantry essential used in a variety of dishes:
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As a thickener in soups, sauces, and glazes
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As a coating for deep-fried items
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To create the chewy texture in wagashi and other confections
Also ideal as a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour in everyday cooking and baking.
Ingredients: 100% potato starch
Product of Japan
Gluten free
Vegan
Allergen free
At Gusta Supplies, we endeavour to secure hard-to-source ingredients and tools so the community here can enjoy a tasteful selection. We are particular about the origin of these products in respect to its cultural and technological significance. We want you to use only the best we can afford to provide.
Inventory Last Updated: Jun 04, 2026
