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Yelaixiang (Gyoza Restaurant)

Rating83SCORE
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Hanamaki's iconic gyoza restaurant, founded 1955 (70 years).
Officially recognized: Tabelog Gyoza EAST 100 Best 2024.
Tabelog 3.55/103 reviews, Yahoo 4.27/17.
3.55
History deeply rooted in the community: closed once, revived by a local successor.
Many locals say 'Hanamaki gyoza means Yelaixiang.' Outstanding value at ¥700 per plate.
Official X account active.
No signs of fake reviews or PR campaigns.
Popular Dishes
Gyoza
15 dumplings for ¥700
bottled beer
What kind of place?
Fake reviews removed

A gyoza restaurant beloved in Hanamaki since 1955. Founded by someone captivated by authentic Chinese dumplings. Bite-sized gyoza with crispy-chewy skin, mild flavor without garlic—you'll want them every day. Incredible value at 15 pieces for ¥700. Selected for Tabelog Gyoza EAST 100 Best 2024. Known for serving freshly grilled gyoza timed perfectly for takeout.

Tabelog 3.55 (103 reviews), Yahoo 4.27 (17 reviews). Many say 'When it comes to Hanamaki gyoza, it's Yelaixiang.' Founded in 1955, closed once, then revived by a successor—a story locals love. The textbook description is 'crispy, chewy, juicy.' Regulars often pick up takeout several times a week.

Business Hours
Mon・Tue16:00-20:00
WedClosed
Thu – Sat16:00-20:00
SunClosed
Regular HolidayWednesday・Sunday・Public Holiday
Phone0198-23-3857Call
Access
About 14-minute walk from Hanamaki Station. Takeout available (freshly grilled to order). Evening only (16:00-20:00). Closed Wed, Sun, and holidays.
3-3 Futaba-cho, Hanamaki, Iwate
English Menu:Not AvailableCredit Card:Not Available
MESHI MAP
Gyoza¥

Yelaixiang (Gyoza Restaurant)

Rating83SCORE
Popular Dishes
Gyoza
15 dumplings for ¥700
bottled beer
Business Hours
Mon・Tue16:00-20:00
WedClosed
Thu – Sat16:00-20:00
SunClosed
Regular HolidayWednesday・Sunday・Public Holiday
Access
About 14-minute walk from Hanamaki Station. Takeout available (freshly grilled to order). Evening only (16:00-20:00). Closed Wed, Sun, and holidays.
3-3 Futaba-cho, Hanamaki, Iwate
Phone0198-23-3857
English Menu:Not AvailableCredit Card:Not Available
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Why this place makes the list
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Hanamaki's iconic gyoza restaurant, founded 1955 (70 years).
Officially recognized: Tabelog Gyoza EAST 100 Best 2024.
Tabelog 3.55/103 reviews, Yahoo 4.27/17.
3.55
History deeply rooted in the community: closed once, revived by a local successor.
Many locals say 'Hanamaki gyoza means Yelaixiang.' Outstanding value at ¥700 per plate.
Official X account active.
No signs of fake reviews or PR campaigns.
83SCORE
What a score of 83 means
A measure of whether people truly want to return — not hype. Calculated after removing fake reviews.
Real reputation
Fake reviews removed

A gyoza restaurant beloved in Hanamaki since 1955. Founded by someone captivated by authentic Chinese dumplings. Bite-sized gyoza with crispy-chewy skin, mild flavor without garlic—you'll want them every day. Incredible value at 15 pieces for ¥700. Selected for Tabelog Gyoza EAST 100 Best 2024. Known for serving freshly grilled gyoza timed perfectly for takeout.

Tabelog 3.55 (103 reviews), Yahoo 4.27 (17 reviews). Many say 'When it comes to Hanamaki gyoza, it's Yelaixiang.' Founded in 1955, closed once, then revived by a successor—a story locals love. The textbook description is 'crispy, chewy, juicy.' Regulars often pick up takeout several times a week.

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