New Table Service Restuarant opening on August 28th at Epcot's Japan Pavillion

[crazy4wdw]

From Disney Parks Blog:

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...i-sushi-izakaya-opening-at-epcot-this-summer/

Announcement of opening date on WDW website:
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/epcot/shiki-sai-izakaya-and-sushi/

 

[gharter]

Used to really enjoy Tokyo Dining. Hopefully this is at least as good.

 

[pixie3]

We liked Tokyo Dining. I remember when my boys were little they liked getting their meal in a bullet train car. I think a sushi restaurant might be better for them though. I think Tokyo Dining wasn't as popular any more, unfortunately. The new fancier restaurant downstairs (can't remember the name off the top of my head) was really good.

 

[jimmymc]

I'm excited! IMO, Tokyo dining was a bit too Americanized, especially in the theming, and this concept looks more authentic.

 

[Kwami]

I'm excited! IMO, Tokyo dining was a bit too Americanized, especially in the theming, and this concept looks more authentic.

I don't know... I visited Tokyo Dining only once, but the katsu that I had for lunch was exactly like what I've had many times in Japan. And the overly polite service was typical, too. Authentic enough for me.

 

[vinotinto]

I'm excited! At least what they are showing in their marketing looks on point!

 

[MyteJoe]

Looking forward to this. I'll be down there mid July!

 

[KM82]

Have there been any updates about this? I feel like they announced it was coming and then just forgot about it. I haven't seen anything else.

 

[Maleficent_Hades]

im going in September but since it will be my first time at food and wine festival i'm not doing any restaurant. but when i go next year i'll give this place a go after i see some reviews

 

[DisneyAuntie12]

Have there been any updates about this? I feel like they announced it was coming and then just forgot about it. I haven't seen anything else.

Came to this thread wondering the same thing. It’s summer now so I assume it should be opening soon, but I haven’t seen any updates.

 

[crazy4wdw]

1st update on this new restaurant that I've seen in a while. Allears is reporting that a sign for the Japanese restaurant has been displayed: https://allears.net/2023/07/09/is-t...lions-new-restaurant-will-open-in-epcot-soon/

 

[Marthasor]

1st update on this new restaurant that I've seen in a while. Allears is reporting that a sign for the Japanese restaurant has been displayed: https://allears.net/2023/07/09/is-t...lions-new-restaurant-will-open-in-epcot-soon/

That's a "good sign"! Get it?! . . . I'll see myself out . . .

 

[crazy4wdw]

More signage has been installed for the new Japanese restaurant. Still no info as to when the restaurant will open.

https://mickeyblog.com/2023/07/21/more-shiki-sai-signage-up-at-japan-pavilion-at-epcot/

 

[crazy4wdw]

WDW website has been updated to indicate that Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya will be opening soon - check back later for more details.

So maybe we're getting close to an announcement of an opening date?
The first day of Autumn is coming up soon - Sept. 23rd.

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/epcot/shiki-sai-izakaya-and-sushi/

 

[PVTim]

WDW website has been updated to indicate that Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya will be opening soon - check back later for more details.

So maybe we're getting close to an announcement of an opening date?
The first day of Autumn is coming up soon - Sept. 23rd.

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/epcot/shiki-sai-izakaya-and-sushi/

I clicked on your link and it appears to have been updated to indicate that it is opening on August 30th.

 

[crazy4wdw]

I clicked on your link and it appears to have been updated to indicate that it is opening on August 30th.

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Thanks

Must have updated the web page this morning.

 

[Sacahara]

I clicked on your link and it appears to have been updated to indicate that it is opening on August 30th.

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Dang it! I'm gonna miss opening! Oh well, I'll have plenty to eat lol. Thanks for the update!

 

[newarknut]

What's the guess on when reservations will open??

 

[Fuzzymarkone]

Those dishes all look yummy, just afraid they will not have the "izakaya inspired" prices to match so will have to restrict to one or two choices.
Shame looks like will not get to make the okonomiyaki ourselves, as it is shown prepared and plated, would be a fun experience and quite funny to see people trying to flip them on the grill only to see their whole entree collapse between the spatula. (which I have had happen a few times ¬-¬, completely salvagable but the face palms from the rest of the party. Totally worth it.)
Still jumps to the top of booking priority when my trips booking window opens up. nomnomnom.

 

[erinch]

I am allergic to "finny" fish, but not shellfish.
I wonder what options they will have for people who cannot eat fish.
Although probably will not risk it to avoid cross-contamination, but it is fun to look at.