Utsunomiya Gyoza Festival

Name: Utsunomiya Gyoza Festival
Start: 2023-11
End: 2023-11

Food

Tochigi

The city of Utsunomiya in Tochigi prefecture is renowned for its gyoza — the dumpling of Chinese origin that is a fixture of Japanese ramen restaurants.

The festival takes place at Utsunomiya Park in the center of the city and stalls will offer one plate of 3 dumplings for a mere ¥200!

(Greg Lane)

Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.

Dates

Early

Nov

2023

Name in Japanese 宇都宮餃子祭り

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