Provided is a method for producing a multicore gelatin microcapsule containing a flavoring agent, the multicore gelatin microcapsule having a time to the flavor emanation peak ranging from 1 minute 30 seconds to less than 4 minutes in the case of use in a food. The method for producing a multicore gelatin microcapsule comprises the steps of: adding a transglutaminase to an oil-in-water emulsion composition containing gelatin and a flavoring agent to yield a mixed solution containing the gelatin in an amount of 10 to 25% by mass； and spraying the mixed solution and cooling and solidifying the sprayed solution.
