04/06/2025
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A photo of cherry blossoms in full bloom just arrived from Japan—delicate, fleeting, and filled with light.
Even from across the ocean, spring reaches us—through petals, memory, and flavor.
🌸✨ Seimei (清明): A Season of Renewal & Exquisite Flavors ✨🌸
On April 4th, Seimei arrives, a moment of clarity, brightness, and rebirth. Spring awakens in a symphony of blossoms, the air crisp with promise, the earth stirring with life. It is a time to savor nature’s delicate artistry through Japan’s most cherished seasonal treasures.
Hotaru Ika (Firefly Squid) – A Glimmer of Spring from Toyama Bay
From the deep, still waters of Toyama Bay, plump firefly squid surface with the arrival of spring.
Served as nigiri or in a composed dish, their umami is concentrated, almost luminous—
each bite delivering the rich depth of the ocean and the delicate texture that defines this fleeting seasonal treasure.
Murasaki Uni (Purple Sea Urchin) – The Ocean’s Elegance
Harvested from the cold, pristine waters of Hokkaido and Tohoku, Murasaki Uni is a gift of the sea, its velvety richness infused with the salt-kissed breath of the tide. Buttery, ethereal, and at its peak in winter and spring, it lingers on the palate like a whispered secret, a taste as rare as it is unforgettable.
As Seimei unfolds, join us at Sushi Hashiri to embrace the season’s bounty. Let nature’s poetry unfold upon your tongue, one exquisite bite at a time.
We look forward to welcoming you🤍
