Hamamatsu Tops Japan in Household Gyoza Spending for Third Consecutive Year

Hamamatsu City tops Japan in household gyoza spending for 2025, marking its third consecutive year as the nation’s favorite gyoza city.

TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – According to the latest household survey released by Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Hamamatsu City households spent an average of 4,046 yen on gyoza in 2025, ranking first nationwide and earning the city the title of Japan’s “Gyoza Capital” once again.

Until 2010, Utsunomiya City held the top spot for 15 consecutive years. Since then, the “Hamamatsu Gyoza Society,” formed by local gyoza enthusiasts, has actively promoted the city’s specialty and expanded its fan base. Hamamatsu first claimed the national top spot in 2011 and has continued to attract attention for its strong performance each year.

Over the years, Hamamatsu and Utsunomiya have engaged in a close rivalry in household gyoza spending. The 2025 rankings were: 1st Hamamatsu City (4,046 yen), 2nd Utsunomiya City (3,575 yen), and 3rd Miyazaki City (3,418 yen). This marks the sixth time in ten years since 2016 that Hamamatsu has claimed first place.

For travelers planning to visit Japan, following online food bloggers may be one way to explore local cuisine. However, if you want to know what Japanese people actually eat in their daily lives, or which city’s gyoza is most popular among households, household spending data offers a unique insight. Based on actual consumption, Hamamatsu gyoza is clearly one of the most favored choices, making it a popular destination for experiencing Japanese everyday food culture.

The Mayor of Hamamatsu stated that Hamamatsu gyoza is deeply loved by local residents, has become an integral part of the city’s food culture, and is one of Hamamatsu’s signature dishes. The city will continue to use pan-fried gyoza and other local specialties as a way to attract more people to learn about and visit Hamamatsu.