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By August, summer in Seattle has reached its fullest — the evenings stay warm and light, and the season’s gardens and waters give their best. Corn, edamame, and ripe tomatoes come into their own now, just as the year begins its slow turn toward autumn. This month’s...

By July, the long northern light lingers over Ballard well into the evening, and the season turns toward the rivers and the cold waters of the Pacific Northwest. In the Japanese culinary calendar, midsummer belongs to ayu pulled from clear streams and to eel grilled...

Migaku Seattle’s June 2026 Sushi Kaiseki course celebrates Japanese early summer with Hamo Sushi, Ayu Somen, Wagyu Shabu-Shabu, and a rich egg pudding. Continue Reading Migaku June 2026 Sushi Kaiseki Course: Hamo, Ayu & the Flavors of Early Summer

As Seattle slips from cherry-blossom spring into the lush opening of early summer, Chef Migaku Inaba turns to the season’s first quiet pleasures: tender new onions, the peppery green of fresh kinome, the rosy crunch of pickled rhubarb, and the mineral sweetness of...

As cherry blossoms drift through Ballard and spring breathes new life into Seattle, Migaku is delighted to unveil our April 2026 Sushi Kaiseki Course — a poetic, season-defining menu that captures the very soul of hanami (flower-viewing) through food. From delicate...

March has arrived, bringing the first gentle signs of spring. Migaku is proud to present our seasonal Sushi Kaiseki Course — a beautiful celebration of early spring flavors. This full-course experience begins with a vibrant selection of appetizers inspired by Hina...

As February unfolds in Seattle, with its crisp air and hints of spring on the horizon, Migaku Seattle invites you to indulge in our seasonal Sushi kaiseki menu. Inspired by the themes of love, renewal, and the lingering coziness of winter, this course draws from...

Migaku awaits 2026 and is so excited to launch our unique sushi kaiseki menu rooted in the ancient Japanese New Year’s traditions. Migaku Inaba, the chef, has lovingly assembled each dish from the best seasonal components available, many of which literally come...

As the crisp chill of December settles over Seattle, there's no better way to embrace the season than with a meticulously crafted kaiseki meal at Migaku Seattle. This hidden gem in the city's vibrant food scene specializes in traditional Japanese kaiseki cuisine,...

As November envelops Seattle in deeper hues of crimson and gold, with crisp winds whispering through Ballard, we’re thrilled to unveil our November Kaiseki Course at Migaku. This Autumn Seasonal Tasting Menu masterfully weaves the harvest's richest offerings—fragrant...