Release rule

When does Tori Tanaka open reservations?

鳥田中 · Kanegafuchi, Sumida, Tokyo · Yakitori

How to book

Phone, in Japanese

Phone only. On the first Monday of each month from 10:00 JST the house opens the entire month two months ahead; the window closes around noon.

Phone line: ☎ First Monday 10:00–12:00 for the release; otherwise outside service hours
What to expect: Kyoaji-trained chef, 16 seats, omakase around ¥5,500–7,700. Reports describe 200–500 redials in the two-hour window; the block is gone by noon.

Next release days

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

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How do I book Tori Tanaka 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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