Miyazaki Gyoza Day
Food DaysWhat Is Miyazaki Gyoza Day?
August 29th through 31st is "Miyazaki Gyoza Day" in Japan, established by the Miyazaki Hinata Gyoza Alliance to spread the appeal of "Miyazaki gyoza," made with high-quality ingredients from Miyazaki Prefecture.
Multiple Wordplays Packed Into the Last Three Days of Summer Vacation
The three-day span of this anniversary carries a deep affection for Miyazaki's local ingredients.
- August 29th: tied to the monthly "Meat Day" observed on the 29th, highlighting the Miyazaki-grown pork, beef, and chicken used as gyoza filling
- August 30th: a pun combining "mi (3)," from "Miyazaki," with "0 (maru)," evoking the round shape of a gyoza
- August 31st: tied to "Vegetable Day," highlighting the Miyazaki-grown cabbage, garlic chives, and garlic used in gyoza
Gyoza Packed With Carefully Selected Miyazaki Ingredients
Miyazaki gyoza is distinguished by its generous use of the region's bountiful ingredients, including branded Miyazaki pork, local chicken, and fresh vegetables. Setting the anniversary during the final three days of summer vacation also carries a wish for families to enjoy it together.
Tips for Marking This Day
- Go out to eat Miyazaki gyoza, or order some for delivery
- Learn about the Miyazaki-grown pork, beef, chicken, and vegetables used in it
- Choose Miyazaki ingredients when making gyoza at home
- Explore other local specialties from Miyazaki Prefecture
The Bounty of Miyazaki, Packed Into a Single Gyoza
The rich ingredients nurtured by Miyazaki's land and sea come together, concentrated, in a single gyoza. Let August 29th through 31st be a chance to enjoy Miyazaki gyoza together with family, as summer vacation draws to a close.