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Food & DiningFriday 18 September 2026

このレストランは予約制です

Pronunciation: Kono resutoran wa yoyaku-sei desu

Meaning: This restaurant is reservation-only

Use this phrase when calling ahead or checking if you need to book in advance at a popular restaurant in Japan, where reservations are often essential at fine dining establishments.

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