Gyoza Central Kitchen Tour!
Discover the Secrets Behind the Award-Winning Hamataro Gyoza!
Hamataro brand of gyoza shops and restaurants are a business model produced and run by Toa Group.
Our second outlet, Hamataro Gyoza Center was opened in 2017 with the concept of a "Profitable Gyoza Central Kitchen," covering running costs through sales from on-site restaurant. This unique model ensures high cost performance and stable supply of quality gyoza to all our restaurants and shops from a single production site.
We now offer guided tours of this Gyoza Central Kitchen for those interested in purchasing our gyoza machines and eager to see firsthand how gyoza production and retail operations are set up in Japan. Contact us now to make a booking!
Multiple gyoza businesses as a localized brand
Hamataro began as a single restaurant specializing in various types of gyoza, a dish for which Hamamatsu is well known in Japan. Since then, we have expanded into multiple gyoza business models, with a highly efficient Gyoza Central Kitchen at the core.
With a strong community-focused strategy, we are building a localized brand that enjoys genuine support from the local population. Leveraging our highly efficient central kitchen equipped with our Automated Gyoza Machines, we actively engage in retail sales, e-commerce, and wholesale, in addition to operating our own restaurants throughout Hamamatsu.
- Central Kitchen
- Dine-in
- Wholesale
- E-Commerce
- Unmanned
Gyoza is a popular food with high profit margin
Gyoza has long been loved as a national favorite, making it a product that is less affected by economic downturns and external factors. Additionally, its low cost and high profitability provide a competitive edge in cost performance.
Gyoza Manufacturing (Central Kitchen)
By implementing an automatic gyoza dumpling machine and producing our own dough in-house, we achieve both mass production and cost efficiency. Automation has allowed us to reduce dough costs by 75%, while also minimizing labor requirements and waste.
Restaurant Model (Suburban)
We are expanding our gyoza restaurant model along suburban roadside locations, enhancing our dine-in and takeout offerings to attract local families. By specializing in gyoza, we gain a competitive edge and strong brand identity, allowing us to stand out from the competition.
Gyoza Izakaya Model (Downtown)
We are expanding our gyoza izakaya (bar) model in the downtown area near the station, setting ourselves apart with an extensive variety of gyoza. A key feature of our concept is pairing drinks with stylish, modern presentations of gyoza, appealing to the younger generation while also revitalizing the gyoza drinking culture.
Unmanned Stores (Honor System)
We have opened several unmanned stores throughout the city. While such shops are commonly found across Japan selling farm produce, we were among the first to introduce unmanned gyoza shops during the pandemic. The benefits of labor savings, reduced operating costs, and low initial investment make this model highly effective.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)
| Previous night | Have dinner and/or drinks at our Gyoza Izakaya (a walking distance from the Hamamatsu Railway Station. Opened from 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Closed on Wednesdays)) |
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| 11 AM ~ | Meet up with our staff at "Hamataro Gyoza Center" for the tour of the gyoza restaurant and central kitchen. You can see both the small and the large gyoza machines there. |
| 1 PM ~ | Working lunch at our gyoza restaurant to sample different types of gyozas. Lunch is on us! |
※ Reservation required (not available on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays).
※ This tour is not intended for tourists. It is specifically for those considering the purchase of machinery.
※ Due to scheduling, we may not be able to accommodate all requests. Please inquire for more details.
※ A company staff will accompany you only during the Gyoza Central Kitchen Tour.
※ The dinner at Hamataro Izakaya on the previous night is optional. Food and beverages at Hamataro Izakaya 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
Phone: +81 53 401 0141 (for inquiries about the tour, please contact Toa Industry)
Hours: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Closed on Wednesdays)
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)