Yes in the hibachi areas.
Yes
Yes, the old style seating (you sit on a raised floor) will accommodate 12+. The teppanyaki tables are close enough though you can fit everyone together.
Yes they should be able to accommodate. Phoning ahead never hurts anything.
Yes, we've had large parties here before and it was no problem...we called ahead and made a reservation.
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