Gyoza Central Kitchen Tour!
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Visit the Hamataro Gyoza Central Kitchen in Japan – Free Guided Tour!
Hamataro, the award-winning gyoza brand produced by Toa Industry, operates a unique business model combining both gyoza shops and restaurants.
At the heart of this model is the Hamataro Gyoza Center, our central kitchen opened in 2017. Designed as a “Profitable Gyoza Central Kitchen,” it not only supplies high-quality gyoza to all Hamataro outlets, but also runs its own on-site restaurant to cover operating costs—ensuring both efficiency and stability.
We now offer free guided tours of this Gyoza Central Kitchen for those interested in our gyoza machines. Come to Japan and see firsthand how we manage large-scale gyoza production and retail operations!
Hamataro, the award-winning gyoza brand produced by Toa Industry, operates a unique business model combining both gyoza shops and restaurants.
At the heart of this model is the Hamataro Gyoza Center, our central kitchen opened in 2017. Designed as a “Profitable Gyoza Central Kitchen,” it not only supplies high-quality gyoza to all Hamataro outlets, but also runs its own on-site restaurant to cover operating costs—ensuring both efficiency and stability.
We now offer free guided tours of this Gyoza Central Kitchen for those interested in our gyoza machines. Come to Japan and see firsthand how we manage large-scale gyoza production and retail operations!
Why Hamataro?
- Award-winning gyoza brand from Hamamatsu
- Unique central kitchen model powered by Toa’s automated gyoza machines
- Expanding into restaurants, izakayas, e-commerce, and unmanned shops
- Central Kitchen
- Dine-in
- Wholesale
- E-Commerce
- Unmanned
What You’ll See
- Central Kitchen: Large-scale automated dumpling production
- Our Gyoza Machines: In actual usage at a popular restaurant and CK.
- Restaurant Model: How dine-in & takeout are integrated
- Hands-on Experience: Observe gyoza prep and machine operation
Gyoza Manufacturing (Central Kitchen)
Automation has allowed us to reduce dough costs by 75%, while also minimizing labor requirements and waste.
Restaurant Model (Suburban)
We have opened roadside gyoza restaurants, attracting families with dine-in and takeout, and building a strong local brand edge.
Gyoza Izakaya Model (Downtown)
We have also opened downtown gyoza izakaya (gyoza bar), pairing drinks with diverse, modern gyoza to attract young customers.
Unmanned Stores (Honor System)
We pioneered unmanned gyoza shops during the pandemic, cutting labor and costs with a low-investment, efficient model.The tour is recommended for those who:
- are seeking effective labor shortage solutions.
- want to start a gyoza shop/restaurant but lacking gyoza know-how.
- are restaurant owners searching for a new growth business model.
- want to strengthen takeouts and bento offerings.
- want to take a close look at the operations of large gyoza machine.
- want to observe the preparation process of gyoza manufacturing.
Tour Flow (Recommended Plan)
| 11 AM ~ | Meet at Hamataro Gyoza Center (tour + machines demo) |
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| 12 PM ~ | Working lunch with assorted gyoza (on us) |
| 1 PM ~ | Q&A on gyoza production (our 50 years of experience at your service!) |
| optional |
Dinner/drinks at Hamataro Gyoza Izakaya Bar the night before. If you have the time, do experience Izakaya culture + gyoza! |
※ Reservation required (not available Wed/Sat/Sun)
※ Not for tourists—business purpose only
※ Limited slots available
※ Optional dinner/drinks on the previous night shall be charged at actual, to be paid by you.
- Gyoza Central Kitchen Tour "Meeting Location"
Hamataro Gyoza Center
Gyoza Restaurant & Central Kitchen
Address: 981-2 Nakagawa, Hosoe-cho, Hamana-ku, Hamamatsu, Japan
Hours: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Closed on Wednesdays)
Hamataro Official Website
Hamataro Izakaya
Gyoza Bar
Address: 330-22 Tamachi, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu, Japan
Phone: +81 53 454 1315 (Prior reservation is recommended)
Hours: 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Closed on Wednesdays)
Hamataro Official Website
Visit us if you are holidaying in Japan!
The historic city of Hamamatsu, with an ancient castle and a salt-water lake!
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