Episode 123 [RadioStarAudition2026] 6/15 Broadcast [Guest Episode] Podcaster: Kiku Gyoza / Yaki Gyoza Kyokai Mr. Riki Onodera

Activities of an association overflowing with passion for gyoza.

Mr. Onodera engages in activities to spread the love for gyoza across the country, acting as a community that connects the people who make delicious gyoza with those who want to eat them. During the program, his insight that gyoza culture is rooted in regions all over Japan, beyond the standard locations like Utsunomiya and Hamamatsu, was particularly impressive.

Explaining the difference between yaki gyoza and sui gyoza.

While sui gyoza (boiled dumplings) is generally common in China, the program discusses the history of how yaki gyoza (pan-fried dumplings) developed as a unique food culture in Japan. There are compelling reasons behind the establishment of the association, including the differences between homemade gyoza and restaurant gyoza, and why he specifically focuses on 'yaki gyoza'.

A gyoza quiz pops up in the second half of the show.

Guest Mr. Onodera poses some difficult questions about gyoza, and Sumireko-san provides some surprising answers regarding the origins of certain regions. The episode is packed with knowledge to deepen your love for gyoza and leads into even deeper discussions, so please be sure to listen to the full episode.