Notice of Temporary Closure due to Renewal of "Underwater Restaurant Manbou" (JR Kyushu Group)
JR Kyushu announced that the "Underwater Restaurant Manbou" in Yobuko, Saga, will be temporarily closed from June 1, 2026, until autumn 2026 for a major renewal after 40 years of operation.
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- 📰 Published: April 4, 2026 at 02:13
Thank you very much for your continued patronage of the "Underwater Restaurant Manbou".
As more than 40 years have passed since its opening, the "Underwater Restaurant Manbou" is currently preparing for a renewal to meet the diversifying needs of our customers in line with changing times and to continue promoting the charm of the local area.
For this reason, we will be temporarily closed from Monday, June 1, 2026, until around autumn 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to our customers during the closure period, but we ask for your understanding and hope you look forward to the newly reborn "Underwater Restaurant Manbou".
Please note that the current restaurant is scheduled to operate until Sunday, May 31, 2026, so please be sure to drop by when you visit Yobuko.
1. Schedule (Planned)
- Sunday, May 31, 2026: Current restaurant operations end
- June 2026 to around Autumn 2026: Closure period
- Autumn 2026 onwards: Reopening of the renewed new restaurant
*An overview of the new restaurant and the construction status will be announced on our website, etc., in the future.
2. Contact Information
- Restaurant Reservations: (WEB) https://www.tablecheck.com/ja/manbou/reserve/message
Please check our website for business days and hours.
- Inquiries regarding the renewal: (TEL) 0955-82-4888 General Affairs and Accounting Department, Manbou Co., Ltd.
As more than 40 years have passed since its opening, the "Underwater Restaurant Manbou" is currently preparing for a renewal to meet the diversifying needs of our customers in line with changing times and to continue promoting the charm of the local area.
For this reason, we will be temporarily closed from Monday, June 1, 2026, until around autumn 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to our customers during the closure period, but we ask for your understanding and hope you look forward to the newly reborn "Underwater Restaurant Manbou".
Please note that the current restaurant is scheduled to operate until Sunday, May 31, 2026, so please be sure to drop by when you visit Yobuko.
1. Schedule (Planned)
- Sunday, May 31, 2026: Current restaurant operations end
- June 2026 to around Autumn 2026: Closure period
- Autumn 2026 onwards: Reopening of the renewed new restaurant
*An overview of the new restaurant and the construction status will be announced on our website, etc., in the future.
2. Contact Information
- Restaurant Reservations: (WEB) https://www.tablecheck.com/ja/manbou/reserve/message
Please check our website for business days and hours.
- Inquiries regarding the renewal: (TEL) 0955-82-4888 General Affairs and Accounting Department, Manbou Co., Ltd.
FAQ
When will the Underwater Restaurant Manbou be closed?
It is scheduled to be closed from Monday, June 1, 2026, until around autumn 2026.
Until when can I use the current restaurant?
The current restaurant will remain open until Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Where can I find details about the new restaurant?
An overview and the construction status of the new restaurant will be announced on the official website in the future.