Developers who want multi-model agent results from one OpenAI-style endpoint; not yet offered in the EU, and UK access is unclear.
Kenning's take
What it does
Sakana Fugu is a language model trained to call and coordinate a pool of other models, including copies of itself, so a single API request can be handled by a team of agents. It launched on 22 June 2026 as Fugu and Fugu Ultra, with Fugu Max added on 11 September 2026 as a cheaper option. Developers use it through an OpenAI-compatible API, with subscription and pay-as-you-go plans.
- One OpenAI-compatible API endpoint
- Fugu, Fugu Ultra and Fugu Max models
- Opt specific providers or models out of the agent pool
- Built-in web_search and web_fetch tools
- Based on Sakana's TRINITY and Conductor research
Who it suits. Developers and companies who want multi-model results for coding, research and analysis without building their own agent system.
Key facts
- Category
- AI models
- Made by
- Sakana AI
- Based in
- Japan
- Released
- 22 June 2026
- How to get it
- through the Sakana Fugu API (console.sakana.ai) on subscription or pay-as-you-go token plans; Fugu Cyber through sales
- Works on
- API
- API price
- Fugu Ultra $5 per million input tokens, $30 per million output ($10/$45 above 272K context); Fugu Max $2 input, $6 output; web tools $0.007 per call
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billed |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $20 | month |
| Pro | $100 | month |
| Max | $200 | month |
FAQ
When was Sakana Fugu released?
Sakana AI released Fugu and Fugu Ultra on 22 June 2026 and added Fugu Max on 11 September 2026.
How much does Sakana Fugu cost?
Subscriptions run from $20 to $200 a month, or pay per token, with Fugu Max at $2 per million input tokens and $6 per million output.
Can I use Sakana Fugu in Europe?
Sakana says it is not yet available in the EU or EEA while it works on GDPR compliance.
Facts from the maker's own pages and the sources listed. Checked 2026-10-11.
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