A Shandong cuisine institution in Nishikawaguchi, famously patronized by legendary music producer Yasushi Akimoto (creator of AKB48). In business for 30+ years, with the vast majority of customers being Japanese repeat visitors. The signature Senjin Shumai won the Kawaguchi B-class Gourmet Contest 2010, made with Saitama black pork and handmade wrappers bursting with juices. The Senjin Gyoza features 16 ingredients. Cooked with plant-based oils only (no lard), keeping the dishes light. Regulars visit multiple times a week; repeat visitors travel from across Japan. A haven for Japanese diners, distinct from the Nishikawaguchi authentic Chinese restaurant scene.

「Heard Akimoto-san frequents this place, came to check—completely understood why. Never had shumai like this.」「I have been coming for 30+ years. So glad I live in Kawaguchi.」「The senjin gyoza's juices explode in your mouth. A flavor found nowhere else.」「No lard, yet the umami is rich. Like magic.」