Release rule

When does Tokuyamazushi open reservations?

徳山鮓 · Yogo, Nagahama, Shiga · Fermented

How to book

Phone, in Japanese

Phone only, in Japanese, answered 10:00–17:00; no online book. No release day, but first-timers report waits of around five months — plan a season ahead.

Phone line: ☎ 10:00–17:00, in Japanese (holidays irregular — confirmed by phone)
What to expect: First-time callers report the earliest table around five months out; returning guests are given dates up to eight months ahead.

Next release days

No release day — book any time

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

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How do I book Tokuyamazushi 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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