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![[Aug 7 (Fri)] Fresh Shima-Aji (Striped Jack) from Japan](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Fmenu%2FSOBAQ_SNS_Photos%2FSashimi%2FShimaaji.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
[Aug 7 (Fri)] Fresh Shima-Aji (Striped Jack) from Japan
On Friday, August 7, we will receive fresh shima-aji (striped jack) direct from Japan, known for its delicate richness and umami. Available in limited quantity while supplies last.
![[Aug 4 (Tue)] Fresh Catch Changed — Honmaguro (Bluefin Tuna) Akami Sashimi, in Place of Maaji](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Fnews%2Fbanners%2Ffresh-honmaguro-2026-08-04.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
[Aug 4 (Tue)] Fresh Catch Changed — Honmaguro (Bluefin Tuna) Akami Sashimi, in Place of Maaji
The maaji (Japanese horse mackerel) originally announced for Tuesday, August 4 could not be delivered due to a poor catch this week. We apologize for the sudden change. In its place, we are serving honmaguro (Pacific bluefin tuna) akami, flown direct from Japan, as sashimi. Limited quantity, while supplies last.
![[Dry Days Jul 29–30] We're Open as Usual for Food & Soba](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Fnews%2Fbanners%2Fnotice-dry-day-2026-07.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
[Dry Days Jul 29–30] We're Open as Usual for Food & Soba
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 is Asalha Bucha Day, and Thursday, July 30 is Khao Phansa Day. These are important Buddhist holidays in Thailand, and by law alcohol sales are suspended nationwide. SOBAQ is open as usual for dinner from 17:00 on both days — food, our black-sesame nama-soba, and soft drinks are all available as always, and GRAB / LINE MAN delivery is also open. Alcohol service pauses through Tuesday, July 28, and resumes from Friday, July 31.
![[Jul 24 (Fri) Arrival] Fresh Maaji Horse Mackerel from Shizuoka](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Fmenu%2FSOBAQ_SNS_Photos%2FSashimi%2FMaaji.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
[Jul 24 (Fri) Arrival] Fresh Maaji Horse Mackerel from Shizuoka
On July 24 (Fri), fresh maaji horse mackerel sashimi from Shizuoka Prefecture arrived. Shipped directly from Japan on Tuesdays and Fridays, maaji is known for its shining silver skin and rich flavor.
【Arriving Wed, Jul 22】Fresh Shima-aji Direct from Japan
On Wednesday, July 22, we will receive fresh shima-aji (striped jack) direct from Japan, prized for its refined fat and rich flavor. Served as sashimi. Limited quantity — while supplies last.
![[Arriving 7/17 (Fri)] Wild Aomori Hirame Sashimi](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Fmenu%2FSOBAQ_SNS_Photos%2FSashimi%2Fhirame01.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
[Arriving 7/17 (Fri)] Wild Aomori Hirame Sashimi
On Friday, July 17, we received wild flounder (hirame) from Aomori, Japan, served as fresh sashimi. Flown in directly from Japan in limited quantity, so please visit early before it's gone.
【Arrival Jul 14 (Tue)】Fresh Maaji from Nagasaki Prefecture
On July 14 (Tue), fresh maaji from Nagasaki Prefecture arrives at SOBAQ. Shipped direct from Japan, delivered mainly on Tuesdays and Fridays. Known for its shiny silver skin and rich flavor. Limited quantity — while supplies last.
![[Jun 27 (Sat) 6PM – Jun 28 (Sun) 6PM] Alcohol Service Suspended for Bangkok Election](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Fnews%2Felection-notice-2026-06-28.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
[Jun 27 (Sat) 6PM – Jun 28 (Sun) 6PM] Alcohol Service Suspended for Bangkok Election
Due to the Bangkok Governor and Metropolitan Council elections on Sunday, June 28, Thai law requires us to suspend all alcohol sales and service from 6:00 PM Saturday, June 27 to 6:00 PM Sunday, June 28. Food, soba, and soft drinks are served as usual.
June 9 (Tue) — Fresh Maaji (Japanese Horse Mackerel) Sashimi
Tuesday, June 9 fresh catch: maaji (Japanese horse mackerel), flown direct from Japan. Enjoy rich, in-season maaji served as sashimi at SOBAQ, the soba izakaya & Japanese restaurant on Sukhumvit Soi 41, Bangkok. Limited quantity.
June 5 (Fri) — Fresh Madai (Japanese Red Sea Bream) Sashimi
Friday, June 5 fresh catch: madai (Japanese red sea bream), flown direct from Japan. Enjoy delicate sweetness and firm white-flesh texture, served as sashimi (osukuri) at SOBAQ, the soba izakaya & Japanese restaurant on Sukhumvit Soi 41, Bangkok. Limited quantity.
June 2 (Tue) — Fresh Maaji (Japanese Horse Mackerel) Sashimi
Tuesday, June 2 fresh catch: maaji (Japanese horse mackerel), flown direct from Japan. Enjoy rich, in-season maaji served as sashimi (osukuri) at SOBAQ, the soba izakaya & Japanese restaurant on Sukhumvit Soi 41, Bangkok. Limited quantity.
May 29 (Fri) — Fresh Shimaaji (Striped Jack) Sashimi
Friday, May 29 fresh catch: shimaaji (striped jack). Enjoy rich, in-season shimaaji sashimi at SOBAQ, the soba izakaya & Japanese restaurant on Sukhumvit Soi 41, Bangkok. Limited quantity — refined sweetness and a firm, crisp bite.