Release rule

When does Korian open reservations?

湖里庵 · Makino, Shiga · Kaiseki

How to book

Phone, in Japanese

Phone only, reception 9:00–20:00. The book opens on the first business day of each month for dates through the end of the month two months out; two seatings a day go fast.

Phone line:9:00–20:00 (Japanese)
What to expect: Two seatings a day (12:00 and 17:00), two guests minimum; cancellation closes four days out at 20:00.

Next release days

All times are Japan Standard Time (UTC+9).

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How do I book Korian from abroad?

Use the channel shown above. If it is a Japanese-language phone line, our Tokyo desk can call for you on the release day and confirm in writing in your language; the booking fee is charged only when the seat is secured.

What time zone is the release time?

All times are Japan Standard Time (UTC+9). Release days are computed from the house's published rule and re-checked monthly.

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