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I am Tsukada, the editor-in-chief of Tokyo Gyoza Communication. I received information from a friend living in Ebisu that "Stand Shan Shoku" has opened in Ebisu, so I visited the restaurant immediately. "Stand Shan Shoku" is a gyoza specialty store that has been a hit by proposing a combination of champagne and gyoza. It originated in Kitashinchi, Osaka a few years ago, and has since expanded to Tokyo. The main store has been previously reported by our main correspondent. I have also visited the Toranomon store before. In addition, I believe they have also expanded to Akasaka. "Stand Shan Shoku" has now made its way to Ebisu, one of the fierce gyoza battle zones in Tokyo. The location is in a newly built dining building just a 1-minute walk from Ebisu Station, which seems like a prime location. However, the uphill road leading to the station in front of the restaurant is under construction. The restaurant faces a narrow alley between the construction fence and the building, making it difficult to see the sign even when you are close by. The interior is small with only a counter. There was only one customer when I arrived. It was hot and I was thirsty, so I quenched my thirst with a beer before switching to champagne. I tried the House Champagne in a glass. It was a Charles Damburan Brut, and although I have no knowledge of champagne, I found it refreshing with a hint of acidity. Next, the gyoza was served. The front is the Shan Shoku Gyoza, and the back is the Vegetable Shan Shoku Gyoza. Each comes with 6 pieces. Four types of sauce are provided: tomato sauce, sesame miso sauce, ponzu sauce, and vinegar soy sauce. Truffle oil is also available. When I asked the staff for recommended ways to eat, they suggested trying them plain first, then experimenting with the sauces and truffle oil to find your favorite way of eating the gyoza, which is the fun part of Shan Shoku Gyoza. Since there are 6 pieces per serving, trying all the sauces will make one plate disappear quickly. It seems like the restaurant's intention is to encourage customers to order an additional plate once they find their favorite way of eating. The skin is thin and not too oily, cooked lightly. The Shan Shoku Gyoza was quite refreshing, made with pork but mild in flavor, especially since I ordered it without garlic. Since the flavor of the gyoza is meant to be altered by the sauce, it's probably best for the gyoza itself not to have an overpowering taste. The Vegetable Shan Shoku Gyoza is even more refreshing, but this one has garlic in it. The sweetness of the vegetables makes it satisfying. The tomato sauce, which was new to me, had a tangy flavor that paired well with both the pork-filled and vegetable gyoza. It tasted even better when paired with champagne. The sesame miso sauce had a rich flavor that complemented the gyoza well and made it a good match for alcohol. I think miso sauce should be more popular in Tokyo. And the most distinctive feature of Stand Shan Shoku is the truffle oil. I tried adding a couple of drops to the Vegetable Gyoza. The aroma of truffle lingered in my mouth and nose. It's amazing how just the scent of truffle can transform the gyoza into a different dish. I ended the meal with Truffle Gyoza and red wine. When I asked the staff about the construction in front of the station, they mentioned that the situation would continue until the New Year. Since the restaurant's sign is completely invisible from the main street, they seem to be suffering a lot from the damage caused by the construction. The Toranomon and Akasaka stores seem to be very popular, but the Ebisu store is currently struggling due to the construction.