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Late Summer in Seattle: Migaku’s August Sushi Kaiseki

Late Summer in Seattle: Migaku’s August Sushi Kaiseki

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...

Midsummer in Ballard: Migaku’s July 2026 Sushi Kaiseki

Midsummer in Ballard: Migaku’s July 2026 Sushi Kaiseki

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 May 2026 Sushi Kaiseki Course: Early Summer Arrivals

Migaku May 2026 Sushi Kaiseki Course: Early Summer Arrivals

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...

Migaku March 2026 Special Menu: Sushi Kaiseki Course

Migaku March 2026 Special Menu: Sushi Kaiseki Course

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...

Migaku’s December 2025 Kaiseki Menu: Culinary Winter Flavors

Migaku’s December 2025 Kaiseki Menu: Culinary Winter Flavors

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,...

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The Art of the Aperitif in Kaiseki Cuisine

The Art of the Aperitif in Kaiseki Cuisine

Kaiseki cuisine, Japan’s exquisite multi-course dining experience, is a celebration of seasonality, balance, and artistry. At the heart of this culinary journey lies the aperitif—known as shokuzenshu in Japanese—a small yet significant drink that sets the stage for...