By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Department
At DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba, Tokyo, Japan, famous dumpling shops from all over the country have gathered to hold a limited-time Dumpling Expo. The “Dumpling Expo in DiverCity Tokyo Plaza” event is divided into early and late periods, with 10 shops each, totaling 20 stalls.
The fried fortune bag dumplings from Maruman are often sold out as soon as they go on sale.
In the early period of the Dumpling Expo (from now until August 3), including the famous Hokkaido shop Shenlong, which closed in 2012 due to the owner’s retirement, is making a special pop-up appearance in Odaiba to offer one-bite dumplings and spicy dumplings, rewarding long-awaited fans. Other famous shops include Dumpling Shrine DENDEN, Kobe Nankinmachi’s Huanglan, Hakata Yasuke, Natsume-ya, Tonkichi, and Hamataro, all well-known establishments from around Japan.
Spicy dumplings offered by the famous Hokkaido shop “Shenlong.”
Among them, Maruman, a long-established shop with 50 years of history, features dumplings with a unique appearance, cooking method, lightly pickled cabbage and pork, and an exclusive seasoning made from over 20 kinds of spices—these sell out instantly upon release. Meanwhile, ASIAN TAWAN’s Thai-style fried spring rolls have a crispy exterior, juicy filling, and are served with an authentic Thai dipping sauce. The shop is recognized by the Thai government as an official Thai cuisine restaurant.
Recognized by the Thai government, ASIAN TAWAN serves crispy Thai-style fried spring rolls with an authentic taste.
In the later period of the Dumpling Expo (August 4–9), participants include Kyoto Weiniu’s whole-shrimp dumplings, which encase an entire shrimp, and Maruhachi Foods’ Tsudumplings, which are massive 15 cm giants. While enjoying the delicious dumplings, their bold and imposing appearance also captures everyone’s attention.
Kyoto Weiniu’s whole-shrimp dumplings have a rich broth and a crisp texture.
Maruhachi Foods’ 15 cm diameter giant Tsudumplings.
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