Gyoza Shokudo Maruken is kicking off a nationwide Taiwanese Minced Meat Fair starting July 7, 2026. This special event features a variety of spicy, flavorful dishes made with their signature Taiwanese minced meat, alongside a refreshing new tequila sour drink.
Visitors to Japan during the summer can enjoy these limited-time dishes that perfectly balance heat and flavor, ideal for pairing with drinks or rice. The fair offers a great chance to experience unique Japanese izakaya-style cuisine with a Taiwanese twist, available at locations across the country.
About Gyoza Shokudo Maruken
Gyoza Shokudo Maruken is a popular izakaya chain known for its carefully crafted homemade gyoza using select domestic meats and vegetables. Each gyoza is handmade fresh daily to ensure quality and freshness. The chain emphasizes a local community focus, with shops conveniently located near stations and shopping streets. Their warm, lively atmosphere welcomes solo diners and groups alike, offering a variety of dishes beyond gyoza.
Highlights
- The Taiwanese Minced Meat Fair features five exclusive dishes highlighting the spicy, savory minced meat: Taiwanese Minced Eggplant, Taiwanese Minced Tofu, Taiwanese Minced Egg, Taiwanese Fried Rice, and Taiwanese Ramen.
- Each dish is priced between ¥660 and ¥935 (tax included), making them affordable options for a flavorful meal.
- A new “Cuervo Sour” tequila cocktail, priced at ¥429 (tax included), debuts alongside the fair. It combines classic tequila with soda, citrus juice, and a touch of salt for a smooth, refreshing taste that pairs perfectly with the spicy dishes.
- The fair runs nationwide at all Gyoza Shokudo Maruken locations starting July 7, 2026.
Menu & Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Taiwanese Minced Meat Fair at Gyoza Shokudo Maruken |
| Menu / items | Taiwanese Minced Eggplant ¥660; Taiwanese Minced Tofu ¥660; Taiwanese Minced Egg ¥660; Taiwanese Fried Rice ¥770; Taiwanese Ramen ¥935; Cuervo Sour ¥429 (all tax included) |
| Location | All Gyoza Shokudo Maruken locations nationwide, Japan |
| Address | Various locations across Japan |
| Period | From July 7, 2026 |
| Release date | July 7, 2026 |
| Price | ¥429, ¥660, ¥770, ¥935 (tax included) |
The Taiwanese Minced Eggplant features juicy fried eggplant cooked in miso sauce with spicy minced meat, an excellent pairing with drinks. The Minced Tofu offers a rich, savory experience with hot sauce and minced meat over fried tofu. The Minced Egg combines fluffy eggs with the spicy minced meat and chives for a balanced flavor. The Taiwanese Fried Rice is topped generously with the spicy minced meat and chives, making it a hearty meal. Lastly, the Taiwanese Ramen blends the rich broth infused with the minced meat and chives, perfect for savoring every last drop.
To complement these dishes, the newly introduced Cuervo Sour cocktail mixes tequila with soda, citrus juice, and salt to highlight the spirit’s natural sweetness while softening the alcohol’s edge, creating a surprisingly easy-to-drink beverage for the summer season.
