Ajinomoto Foods North America (AFNA) is bringing Japan’s most popular hane-style gyoza to frozen food consumers in the United States. Shoppers can now “taste the hype” of the product at Walmart and Albertson’s stores, with additional availability rolling out later this fall at Kroger, Wegmans, and other major retail outlets.
Ajinomoto Hane-Style Gyoza is promoted as “a food lover’s dream, delivering restaurant-quality ingredients and the authentic tastes of Japan right from your freezer.” Known for its signature crispy “hane”— the delicate, lacy “wing” that forms when cooking — each dumpling combines a light, golden-crisp bottom with a thin, flexible wrapper and a tender, juicy filling. Bursting with savory, umami-rich flavor, these gyoza pan-fry and are ready to serve in just 10 minutes — no oil required.
AFNA is supported by its parent company, the Tokyo-headquartered Ajinomoto Group — founded in 1908 and globally recognized for discovering umami, the savory “fifth taste” found in ingredients like mushrooms and tomatoes. For more than a century, the Ajinomoto Group has shared authentic Japanese and Asian flavors with consumers worldwide through convenient meal solutions.
“Our hane-style gyoza is more than just a frozen dumpling — it’s a beloved Japanese culinary experience, known for its signature crispy ‘wing’ and unforgettable flavor,” said Hiroshi Kaho, president and chief executive officer of Ontario, California-headquartered Ajinomoto Foods North America. “By bringing it to US grocery aisles, we’re inviting consumers to share in the joy that has captivated Japan — from the fun of hearing it sizzle in the pan to that first perfectly crisp bite. It reflects Ajinomoto’s commitment to enhancing everyday meals with high-quality, flavorful foods that nourish well-being and spark delight.”
The dumplings are available in two varieties, pork and chicken, crafted with premium proteins, vegetables and seasonings like cabbage, garlic and onions that enhance the flavor without overwhelming it. With an MSRP of $7.99, each 10.7 oz bag contains approximately 14 dumplings, portioned for snacking, sharing, or as part of a meal, offering restaurant-quality gyoza to American home kitchens with both convenience and affordability.
To help consumers taste the hype for themselves, the brand is taking Ajinomoto Hane-Style Gyoza on the road with tastings at select store locations across the United States, from Dallas and Denver, to Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston and elsewhere starting October 23.
