Release rule

When does Mizai open reservations?

未在 · Higashiyama, Kyoto · Kaiseki

How to book

Phone, in Japanese

Phone (+81-75-551-3310), about a year ahead — reports say each month opens on the 1st, roughly 13 months out. Overseas guests must book through their hotel; the restaurant reconfirms a week before.

Phone line: ☎ Lines congested during service ±1 hour
What to expect: Official page: 'from one year ahead'. A 2022 report gave 13 months, each month opening on the 1st. Overseas guests must book via their hotel; proxy bookings need the guest's own prior call. 50% fee from 7 days, 100% from 5.

Next release days

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

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How do I book Mizai 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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