I want to pour freshly baked dumplings with beer. It's a simple desire. Normally, you should eat them in the restaurant, but I want to have a park drinking session, so I'm getting them to go. I asked the waitress how long it would take for takeout, and she said about 8 minutes. I went to the convenience store across the street to get beer (a fake one), shochu, soda water, ice, and some extra snacks like fried chicken and coleslaw, then went back to the restaurant to pick up the hot dumplings. I got the "black pork dumplings," which are round and normal-sized with a good balance of meat and vegetables in the filling, making them rich and delicious. They are so tasty that you can eat as many as you want. Oh no, I should have also bought some "shrimp dumplings" since they are so good. I sat on a bench by the river-like canal watching ducks swim by and enjoyed the black pork dumplings. See you later. Thank you.

Handmade Flavor Gyoza "Ta" on May 24, 2018 - May 25, 2018 from Riverside Edogawa-ku. Today is a good weather day, so it's Gyoza Day! I went to "Ta," a handmade flavor gyoza restaurant near Shin-Kawabashi. I ordered a bottle of beer for ¥450 and a mixed gyoza for ¥530. The gyoza came in three types: flavorful black pork gyoza, irresistible shrimp gyoza with chives, and a gentle and nostalgic vegetable gyoza with plenty of vegetables. It was great to be able to compare and enjoy the different flavors. They also offer other dishes, fried rice, noodles, and a variety of alcoholic drinks, so you can enjoy a casual dining experience. There was a Chinese couple at the restaurant, so the taste might be authentic!

It was a sunny weekend in autumn. After cycling around the Kasai area for about 2 hours, I was sweating a lot and in need of some salt. I decided to try the handmade-style dumplings at a place called "Tezukuri Fumi Gyoza Ta." When I entered the restaurant right at 11 o'clock, the waitress was still preparing the place. They had three types of dumplings: black pork, shrimp, and vegetable, each costing 490 yen for 5 pieces. I was recommended to try the mix of all three types, 2 pieces each for 580 yen, which turned out to be a good deal. Instead of water, they served barley tea which was a nice touch. Local men started coming in as soon as the restaurant opened, enjoying dumplings with beer and other drinks. The dumplings were juicy but the wrapping was a bit loose. The texture of the skin was not as chewy as some other places. Overall, the taste was decent. The restaurant is located a bit far from the station, tucked away quietly near a bridge, so it may not have the best location, but they are trying their best with Chinese set meals under 700 yen. I think the restaurant is popular among locals because of the friendly service of the waitress.

In Katsushika, when you mention "田" (ta), people usually think of tonkatsu (pork cutlet) restaurant called Tonkatsu Ta. However, a new restaurant opened last year in the area is not related to Tonkatsu Ta at all. It is a Chinese restaurant that specializes in "handmade-style dumplings," which is prominently displayed on their sign. But what does "handmade-style" mean exactly? Does it imply that it looks handmade but it's not actually handmade? The answer is that the dumplings are indeed completely handmade. I ordered the fried rice set with three dumplings (690 yen) and each dumpling was handmade. You can choose from black pork, shrimp, or vegetable filling, and I had one of each. They were very homemade in taste, not like professional dumplings. The fried rice was also homemade, like something you would have at home. The egg soup had a strong pepper flavor which was delicious. The set also came with a salad, making it a satisfying meal, but overall, it was just okay. However, when I paid the bill, they gave me a towel and considering the low prices, the service seems to be quite good. The menu also includes items like pig's feet and pig's ears, so I think this place is best suited for enjoying beer with snacks like these, char siu, and dumplings.

I visited this Chinese restaurant near Shinkawa Bridge, which crosses the Edogawa Ward. The interior had a counter with a refrigerated display case, as well as tables for seating. I ordered the fried rice set meal with dumplings, choosing the black pork dumplings. The meal came with fried rice, large dumplings (including a bonus shrimp dumpling), salad, and soup. The fried rice had a good amount of diced pork, but could use more flavor. The black pork dumplings were juicy and flavorful, as advertised. The soup had a slight off taste. The friendly owner, a Japanese man, runs the restaurant with his wife and brother-in-law from Harbin, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I hope they continue to thrive. Thank you for the meal.

Located between Kasai and Ichinoe, on the outskirts of Kasai to the north, this Chinese restaurant is situated next to the beloved bakery Pan de Prube. The interior of the restaurant has a counter with six seats and two tables for four people each. It seems like it used to be a sushi restaurant because the sushi case is still there on the counter. The restaurant is run by a Chinese couple, and the mama-san is very kind and welcoming. The menu mainly features dumplings, which are also the signature dish of the restaurant. Other items on the menu include century egg, tofu, pig's feet, pig ears, pig cartilage, char siu, spare ribs, with a limited variety. This time, I ordered the char siu fried rice (490 yen) and black pork dumplings (490 yen). Later, I saw that there was a set menu with dumplings for the fried rice, which would have been a better deal. The fried rice had char siu, egg, and green onions as ingredients. It was quite fluffy and had a good texture, with the flavor of the char siu coating each grain of rice. The fried rice came with soup, and they offer unlimited refills of the soup. The dumplings, which came in a set of five, had an extra one as a bonus. They were meat dumplings with plenty of minced pork, with fewer vegetables and a strong flavor of Chinese five-spice. It felt like eating a siu mai. Additionally, we received a complimentary dish of pig cartilage. The thick bones were surprisingly tender, almost like collagen. The soft cartilage in a nearly gelatinous state was delicious. It was a delightful experience thanks to the kindness and service of the mama-san.

Just across the bridge from Kasai Library is a handmade dumpling shop with a cozy atmosphere. I was intrigued by the small shops lined up and the menu with prices like 880 yen for a beer set and 690 yen for a set meal. Despite feeling a bit unsure, I decided to give it a try. A friendly woman welcomed me as soon as I entered, easing my slight anxiety. They had shrimp dumplings and black pork dumplings for 490 yen each, but they said I could mix them. I also ordered some soup dumplings for 390 yen since it was cold. When my child said they wanted fried rice, they said they could make it as a single item for 490 yen. While waiting for the dumplings, I looked around the shop and noticed a counter with a display of skewers, possibly from a previous yakitori shop. Even though it was morning, they had a good selection of alcoholic beverages, making it seem more like a place for a casual drink rather than a full meal. The shrimp dumplings were filled with plenty of shrimp, and the meat juice overflowed when I took a bite. They were hot and large, so it was best to eat them in one bite. The black pork dumplings were also flavorful with a good taste of meat. By the time half of my 490 yen beer was gone, the soup dumplings arrived. Each dumpling was filled with soup, so I carefully sipped it before eating the chewy skin. As I enjoyed the dumplings, the fried rice arrived, slightly heavy on the pepper but suitable for a drink snack. I was satisfied with the meal and even ordered a second serving of soup dumplings. I also ordered a century egg for 180 yen, but I found the smell too strong for my taste. The other dishes were reasonably priced, and the alcohol was also affordable. It was a casual and enjoyable dining experience.