AUTUMN
BOUNTY
FALL FOLIAGE AND FLAVORS
NOVEMBER 23-27, 2026
The maples are blazing, the air is crisp, and autumn flavors are in abundance.
Fall is a feast for all the senses. In concert with the festival of colors, tai sea bream returns to season, joined by fragrant yuzu, sweet persimmons, and an array of earthy mushrooms. For our seasonal outing, we’ll travel to the Ariake Sea and board a boat to see where and how Japan’s finest nori is grown.
AUTUMN Bounty
Session Lookbook
Momiji maples flame red, while yuzu ripen on the trees. Root vegetables like turnips and radish sweeten in the autumn chill, and red snapper is at its peak.
Join Us
We’ll spend the morning with a master soba maker. From mixing and rolling to slicing and cooking, you’ll learn the rhythm and precision of crafting buckwheat noodles from scratch. We’ll sit down together to enjoy a meal that highlights the deep, savory flavors of the season.
Soba Masterclass
day 1
day 2 Morning
We’ll journey to the Ariake Sea to explore the tidal flats where Japan’s most prized nori is cultivated. Aboard a local boat, we’ll learn how this delicacy is grown and harvested, and how the vast tides and mineral-rich waters create the ideal conditions for such exceptional quality.
On the Water
DAy 3 Morning
Atelier Visit
Day 2 afternoon
come to mirukashi
Make your way to Karatsu, nestled in the northwest corner of Kyushu—just over an hour by train from Fukuoka’s airport or shinkansen station. We’ll gather at the Mirukashi Salon, perched on a quiet hilltop, and begin with a lively welcome dinner full of fresh, seasonal flavor.
Getting Here
The shape of our days
We’ll visit Hanako in her studio, where she’ll share her philosophy of form, function, and the quiet poetry of everyday objects. Watch as she brings vessels to life with her signature throwing techniques. Together, we’ll create a piece for you to bring home — a tactile memory of Mirukashi.
We’ll visit a vinegar brewery renowned for balancing centuries-old techniques with modern culinary innovation. On site, we’ll enjoy a multi-course meal that showcases their elegant range of fermented brews, followed by a tour of the facility and insight into their time-honored craft.
Back in the Mirukashi kitchen, we’ll prepare a fragrant takikomi gohan with matsutake mushrooms. You’ll learn to compose a seasonal meal with sides and sweets, celebrating autumn’s bounty through deeply comforting, umami-rich flavors.
Vinegar Brewery
In the Kitchen
day 3 Afternoon
day 4 Morning
DAy 5
We’ll set off for a foliage drive and enjoy lunch surrounded by the blazing colors of the maples. After a plein air tea service with confections, you’ll return to your hotel to freshen up before one final gathering in Mirukashi to toast the flavors and memories of fall.
Foliage Viewing
Day 4 Afternoon
Carrying it Home
Wake up to one last seaside sunrise. Today you leave not just with memories, but with new eyes — a new rhythm, a new way of meeting life. Because the real souvenir isn’t something you pack — it’s the quiet shift within you that lingers, long after you’ve left.
Seaside Hotel
Where You'll Stay
Let the waves lull you to sleep each night in this 4-star oceanside sanctuary. Watch the sunrise from your room, stroll the shoreline beside a forest of ancient pines, or unwind in the onsen, sauna, or rooftop thermal pool. This is your place to rest, reflect, and feel restored.
When You Say Yes
Salon sessions are $3,550 USD per person. To reserve your place, a non-refundable deposit of $1,800 is required. The balance is due 60 days before your session begins.
The Details
Four nights of quiet comfort in a private room, all meals and drinks lovingly prepared, and transportation during the salon experience. (Travel to and from Karatsu is not included.)
What's included
Plans shift. If you need to reschedule, I understand. While deposits are non-refundable, with at least 60 days’ notice, I’ll gladly apply your deposit to a future salon session.
Life Happens
Small gatherings. Lasting impressions.
Join Us.
With just 7 seats per session, space is limited by design — for a deeply personal experience.
If this speaks to you, I invite you to reserve your place.
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