“Barilon: When You Think Gyoza” Opens in Kayabachō, Tokyo on July 6

Team Barista Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture; President: Tetsuya Hashimoto), which operates brands such as “Barilon: When You Think Gyoza” and “Bariton: Pizza & Lamb,” will open its “Barilon” gyoza restaurant on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the commercial facility “GEMS Kayabachō” in Kayabachō, Tokyo. This marks the first street-side store in Tokyo for the brand.

To commemorate the opening, a special campaign will be held from July 6 (Mon) to July 8 (Wed), offering unlimited servings of “grilled gyoza,” “draft beer,” and “highballs” for just ¥190 (excluding tax) per item, available only from 15:00 onwards.

◼️ Team Barista: From Utsunomiya, Tochigi to Nationwide Expansion – A Locally Loved Multi-Concept Restaurant Group

Founded in 2010 in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, Team Barista is a restaurant operator with the corporate philosophy of “Joy in Bringing Joy.” Guided by the belief that “creating restaurants is creating communities,” the company aims to build establishments that delight not only customers but also employees and local residents. It actively participates in social initiatives such as neighborhood cleanups and children’s cafeterias, contributing to regional revitalization through its foodservice operations.

Since its founding, the company has launched 14 stores across 13 distinct concepts, including yakitori restaurant “Barikyo,” the innovative gyoza brand “Barilon: When You Think Gyoza,” “Bariton: Pizza & Lamb,” and “Robata Shikabari,” all centered in Utsunomiya. In 2023, it expanded into Tokyo, leveraging its store development expertise from Utsunomiya while pursuing new challenges. Beyond scale, the company emphasizes “quality over quantity,” aiming to create establishments that become community assets.

◼️ Launching the Super-Popular “Barilon” in Kayabachō: A New Wave Gyoza Izakaya Featuring “Steak-Like Gyoza”

The new “Barilon: When You Think Gyoza” in Kayabachō’s “GEMS Kayabachō” is the third location of the brand, which draws daily crowds in Utsunomiya. Positioned as a flagship store for national expansion, this outlet redefines the gyoza dining experience. Unlike traditional gyoza restaurants where customers eat and leave quickly, this is a “stay-and-enjoy” concept where gyoza takes center stage alongside drinks, small plates, ambiance, and hospitality.

Leveraging Kayabachō’s status as a business district, the restaurant targets diverse occasions—from lunchtime meals to after-work drinks and gatherings with friends—offering a new kind of gyoza izakaya.

The signature “Grilled Gyoza” stands out by using 1cm-cubed diced pork instead of ground meat. Encased in a thin 1mm wrapper, each bite releases rich meat juices, delivering a steak-like juiciness. The texture unfolds instantly upon entering the mouth, creating a burst of savory flavor.

In addition, the boiled gyoza features premium ingredients like shrimp and scallop, offering a different taste profile from the grilled version. Beyond gyoza, the menu includes creative skewers such as “Addictive Lamb Skewers,” “Scallion-Loaded Liver Skewers,” and “Beef Belly & Foie Gras Rossini Skewers,” highlighting ingredient quality.

For lunch, the restaurant offers limited-time noodle-based dishes such as “Beef Broth Pho,” “Spicy Mixed Noodles,” and “Rich Beef Noodles.” These are available with grilled gyoza sets, catering to daytime diners. Designed for everyday use, the restaurant meets diverse needs beyond dinner.

The drink menu features beer, highballs, lemon sour, sake, wine, and shochu. Craft shochu highballs and local sake from Tochigi Prefecture are available, curated for optimal pairing with gyoza. Whether for drinking or dining, the beverage selection suits various customer preferences.

The interior features a natural modern design incorporating “Oya Stone,” a signature building material from Tochigi. With an open kitchen that conveys energy and liveliness, plus carefully selected lighting, background music, and cleanliness, the space creates a welcoming atmosphere where even groups of women can feel comfortable. As a “Neo Gyoza Izakaya,” it redefines the traditional image, accommodating dining, drinking parties, and casual business meals.

“Barilon: When You Think Gyoza” will share its Utsunomiya-born brand appeal nationwide, shifting from a “place to eat gyoza” to a “place to drink, chat, and enjoy gyoza” — offering a new value proposition.

Recommended Menu

【Barilon Gyoza】

Grilled Gyoza – ¥780 (¥858 incl. tax)

Premium pork, carefully selected by experts, cut into cubes—three times larger than standard. Only domestically sourced ginger and cabbage are used to enhance the meat. Aroma and umami burst upon tasting.

Mala Grilled Gyoza – ¥880 (¥968 incl. tax)

Grilled gyoza finished with a special mala sauce featuring Sichuan peppercorn numbness and chili heat. The aromatic spice kick creates an addictive, appetite-stimulating flavor.

Cilantro Grilled Gyoza – ¥980 (¥1,078 incl. tax)

Grilled gyoza generously topped with fragrant cilantro. The refreshing aroma and coolness of cilantro deliver a light, clean aftertaste.

Boiled Gyoza – ¥780 (¥858 incl. tax)

Premium ingredients wrapped in a chewy, house-made wrapper. The burst of ingredient umami and smooth texture offer a distinct experience from grilled gyoza.

Yuzu & Ginger Boiled Gyoza – ¥880 (¥968 incl. tax)

Shrimp Boiled Gyoza – ¥880 (¥968 incl. tax)

Scallop Boiled Gyoza – ¥880 (¥968 incl. tax)

【Barilon Special Play Skewers】

Scallion-Loaded Liver Skewer – ¥480 (¥528 incl. tax)

Fresh, high-quality liver grilled to perfection and topped with abundant scallions. The rich flavor of liver harmonizes with the crisp texture of scallions.

Addictive Lamb Skewer – ¥580 (¥638 incl. tax)

Chicken Tender & Shiso Paste Skewer – ¥480 (¥528 incl. tax)

Beef Belly & Foie Gras Rossini Skewer – ¥880 (¥968 incl. tax)

Nira-Mentaiko Wrapped Pork Skewer – ¥580 (¥638 incl. tax)

Seaweed-Wrapped Pork Skewer – ¥580 (¥638 incl. tax)

Satsuma-Wrapped Pork Skewer – ¥580 (¥638 incl. tax)

Ginger-Style Pork Skewer – ¥580 (¥638 incl. tax)

【Lunch Examples】

Beef Broth Pho Set

Grilled Gyoza (3 pcs) – ¥1,180 (¥1,298 incl. tax)

Grilled Gyoza (6 pcs) – ¥1,480 (¥1,628 incl. tax)

Made with rice noodles. A light, gentle broth packed with beef umami.

※ Choice of rice or salad.

※ Free large rice portion.

Spicy Mixed Noodles Set

Grilled Gyoza (3 pcs) – ¥1,180 (¥1,298 incl. tax)

Grilled Gyoza (6 pcs) – ¥1,480 (¥1,628 incl. tax)

Featuring custom thick noodles. Extremely addictive.

※ Choice of rice or salad.

※ Free large rice portion.

Grilled & Boiled Gyoza Set

Grilled Gyoza (3 pcs) – ¥1,180 (¥1,298 incl. tax)

Grilled Gyoza (6 pcs) – ¥1,480 (¥1,628 incl. tax)

Light, savory beef broth with plump, chewy boiled gyoza.

※ Choice of rice or salad.

※ Free large rice portion.

Rich Beef Noodles