Utsunomiya, Tochigi, Japan｜Kouran

This restaurant probably had the longest row of people waiting to get in. Even though we came 45 Minutes before the establishment even opened, we were not the first. The food was great, all 3 variants -grilled, boiled and fried - were great, but honestly nothing beats grilled, a straight 10/10. I enjoyed more than 20 of these beauties, just because I had to wait 45 Minutes to get in (and they were soo delicious). I think if you are not in a hurry, definitely check the place out - it is really good. Do consider the wait though - at least 40 minutes. If you come after 18:45, you will not even be able to wait, because they close the queue before it gets too long. The staff was, as per usual, really nice. Oh and it is really cheap - 350yen for 6 pieces.

The best gyoza in Utsunomiya. It's not even close. It's juicy, has the perfect taste. Everything you want from gyoza. It's the restaurant that made me realize why Utsunomiya is famous for gyoza. The cost performance is probably the best I have ever found

This is my favorite gyoza shop in Utsunomiya. I stop here every time I'm in the city. Simple menu; they offer gyoza in 3 ways: boiled, fried, or the regular (yaki gyoza). Prices are very, very reasonable. While social restrictions are in place, they close at 8pm. Very popular, may have to wait during the busier hours.