Ichiju-Issai: A Taste of Japanese Tradition

Experience ichiju-issai, the timeless Japanese philosophy of one soup, one dish, rooted in simplicity, seasonality, and intention.

• Begin with a comforting miso soup by MISOMARU, served in a handcrafted bowl by Hiroki Oura.
• Enjoy a nourishing dish of fermented brown rice balls and seasonal pickles by Rice & Miso, honoring the balance and harmony of the season.

Conclude with a gentle moment of sweetness and reflection:

• A seasonal wagashi (traditional Japanese sweet) by OGAWA GASHI, called "Bakushu"—a soft, delicate confection inspired by golden wheat fields and the early summer harvest
• A bowl of ceremonial-grade matcha, lovingly prepared by SORATE

This intimate gathering aligns with "Bakushū itaru"—"Grain in Ear," a solar term marking the early summer harvest.

You’ll leave feeling grounded and nourished, having shared in a thoughtful celebration of food, form, and fleeting seasonal beauty—surrounded by curated Japanese tableware from the IROHA Recollection exhibition.