'Timeless moments'
of nature and culture at Aoshima -
one of Earth's miracles.
A truly miraculous island, created over a vast period of time
and spanning 1.5 km, Aoshima is surrounded by rows of unevenly shaped rocks,
formed over a period of six million years.
The island is home to some of the northernmost subtropical vegetation found in the northern hemisphere,
and the entire island is enveloped in a landscape in which time appears to have stood still.
Millennia of untouched nature and sacred air seem to have been drawn together by Aoshima's folk deities, forging a superb combination of food and tradition that cannot be found elsewhere.
In only a moment, you will feel yourself become truly a part of Aoshima.
Nature, history, culture - and you.
When all these things overlap, an 'eternal moment' can be felt,
awakening an ancient voice from within.
From this rare sensation, an evening like no other awaits you.
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Savour to your heart's content
the fusion of nature, culture and cuisine,
here on the miraculous island of Aoshima.
Not usually accessible by night,
we invite you to embark on an unforgettable evening sensory journey here on Aoshima.
With the chief priest of Aoshima Shrine - who has protected the island for generations - as your guide,
you will also be treated to an extra-special 'kagura' performance in the main shrine.
Feasting on a Japanese gastronomy course meal created by a Michelin-starred chef,
cocktails utilising local ingredients from Miyazaki will be expertly paired
by a bartender ranked among 'Asia's 50 Best Bars 2022',
making for an evening like no other.
Contents
- Nature & history tour guided by the chief priest of Aoshima Shrine
- Traditional 'kagura' performance
- Miyazaki gastronomy course by a Michelin-starred chef
- Cocktail pairing by a bartender ranked among 'Asia's 50 Best Bars 2022'
Course Menu
- First course
- caviar & potato pancake
- Second course
- late autumn vegetables
- Third course
- seasonal sashimi
- Fourth course
- spiny lobster with shaved daikon radish
- Fifth course
- Miyazaki beef and chicken with Sadowara aubergine
- Sixth course
- steamed rice with cold pufferfish soup
- Closing refreshments
- Pudding with Tamba red beans
caviar & potato pancake
late autumn vegetables
seasonal sashimi
spiny lobster with shaved daikon radish
Miyazaki beef and chicken with Sadowara aubergine
steamed rice with cold pufferfish soup
Pudding with Tamba red beans
Photos of course meals are for illustrative purposes only.
Please note that the dishes may differ from those served on the day.
Schedule
- 17:00
- meet at the venue
- 17:00 - 18:00
- guided tour of Aoshima (incl. 'kagura' performance & welcome drink)
- 18:00 - 21:00
- speciality course meal
- 21:00
- end of evening
Chef & owner of Kasane (Akasaka, Tokyo)
KOJIRO
KASHIWADA
Born in Miyazaki Prefecture, Kashiwada is the owner & head chef at Kasane in Akasaka, Tokyo.
Focusing on ingredients local to his native Miyazaki,
Kashiwada utilises seasonal ingredients to express the four seasons of Japan.
Holding a number of accolades, including Miyazaki Prefecture's ‘Miyazaki Ambassador - Food Evangelist’,
Hyuga City's ‘Hebesu Ambassador’, Fukushima Prefecture's ‘Fukushima Supporting Chef’,
and Toyama Prefecture's ‘Toyama Supporting Chef’,
in 2010 he was awarded the 'Culinary Masters' bronze award by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
In 2011, he was awarded a Michelin star.
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Based on ingredients local to Miyazaki, the restaurant combines
only the freshest seasonal seafood and mountain produce,
evoking both the climate and culture of Aoshima.
Featuring delicacies such as spiny lobster,
blue fish and locally caught caviar,
bartender Nagumo will also show you the appeal of 'hebesu' -
a citrus fruit local to Miyazaki, which works perfectly in cocktails,
allowing for a culinary experience that everyone can enjoy.
The name of this tour may be 'Eternal Moments',
but the courses have just as much to do with capturing the moments of the four seasons.
It is my hope to share moments that can be savoured,
one dish at a time.
Not only is Miyazaki my home,
but Aoshima is also a very special place
in Kyushu, and even throughout Japan.
I hope guests will savour the mystical ambience
of this special evening, with all five of their senses.
CEO, Spirits & Sharing Inc.
SHUZO
NAGUMO
Creating cocktails that are truly one-of-a-kind,
Shuzo Nagumo is known as Japan's greatest mixologist.
His own bars, FOLKLORE, memento mori
and Mixology Salon, have all been ranked among
Asia's 50 Best Bars'.
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Japan has a unique way of pairing alcoholic drinks with food
that is not found in other countries.
Through this tour, we'll introduce you to the pleasures
of having drinks expertly matched with food.
The way a drink tastes actually changes considerably
depending on the combination of flavours found in the dishes served
by Kashiwada, making for a very special experience.
Using shochu from Miyazaki,
The first half of the course will feature cocktails,
with the second half featuring a variety of shochu
as the signature ingredient.
The shochu varieties used have different bases - buckwheat, potato and barley,
giving guests the opportunity to directly appreciate their subtle differences.
Aoshima is a truly unique place in Japan,
with a mystical atmosphere.
This tour is a perfect chance to get a feel for the island and its charms
through its local food and drink culture, whilst immersing oneself
within the charms of Aoshima's rich nature and history.
Chief Priest Aoshima Shrine
YASUTAKA
NAGATOMO
The 20th Chief Priest of Aoshima Shrine,
Nagatomo was born and raised in Aoshima.
From its origins, remarkable nature and history,
to the Shinto ritual music and dance of 'kagura',
guests will be guided by Nagatomo himself
in an exclusive tour.
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An place steeped in mythology, the whole island of
Aoshima was itself considered a sacred object of worship,
with anyone but priests having been forbidden from
entering the island right up until the year 1737.
It is a holy place, but at the same time, it has always been
a place where children were welcome to come and play.
I myself was born and raised on Aoshima.
Living here, from deep within I feel a constant
sense that no two days are ever the same.
The colour of the sunrise is different each day,
And the setting sun watches over us
as we pray for a peaceful end to each day,
setting in a different place each day.
This is an island where 'eternal moments' can truly be felt.
This is Aoshima.
Nurtured over many thousands of years,
here nature, history and culture all merge perfectly together.
One Plate・One Drink
A moment to experience the charm of Miyazaki with all five senses
Enjoy a chef-curated plate featuring ingredients from Miyazaki, along with a special cocktail made with local fruits.
Contents
- Main course by a Michelin-starred chef
- Cocktails crafted by a bartender ranked among 'Asia's 50 Best Bars 2022'
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Breathe in the nature &
culture of Aoshima's past,
in a luxury experience like no other.
Usually closed to visitors at night, guests will be treated to
an exclusive evening tour, guided by the chief priest of Aoshima Shrine,
who has for generations protected the island.
In addition to a special 'kagura' performance,
guests will enjoy a delicious main course crafted by a Michelin-starred chef,
as well as exclusive cocktails by a mixologist ranked among 'Asia's 50 Best Bars 2022'.
Through this combination of luxury sensory experiences,
eternal moments' surely await.
Contents
- Nature & history tour guided by the chief priest of Aoshima Shrine
- Traditional 'kagura' performance
- Main course by a Michelin-starred chef(Can be added as an option)
- Cocktails crafted by a bartender ranked among 'Asia's 50 Best Bars 2022'(Can be added as an option)
Schedule
1st sitting
- 17:00
- meet at the venue
- 17:00 - 18:00
- guided tour of Aoshima & 'kagura' performance
- 18:00
- end of evening
2nd sitting
- 19:00
- meet at the venue
- 19:00 - 20:00
- guided tour of Aoshima & 'kagura' performance
- 20:00
- end of evening
One Plate・One Drink
A moment to experience the charm of Miyazaki with all five senses
Enjoy a chef-curated plate featuring ingredients from Miyazaki, along with a special cocktail made with local fruits.
Contents
- Main course by a Michelin-starred chef
- Cocktails crafted by a bartender ranked among 'Asia's 50 Best Bars 2022'
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The art of calligraphy -
an exclusive evening
only on Aoshima.
Usually closed to visitors at dusk,
the scenery of Aoshima takes on a vastly different expression by night -
conjuring a mystical ambience that cannot be fully appreciated by day.
The perfect backdrop for an extra-special performance of 'shodo' (Japanese calligraphy),
guests will also enjoy a delicious main course crafted by a Michelin-starred chef,
as well as exclusive cocktails by a mixologist ranked among
Asia's 50 Best Bars 2022'.
Contents
- 'Shodo' calligraphy demonstration by an esteemed calligrapher
- Main course by a Michelin-starred chef(Can be added as an option)
- Cocktails crafted by a bartender ranked among 'Asia's 50 Best Bars 2022'(Can be added as an option)
Schedule
1st sitting
- 17:00
- meet at the venue
- 17:00 - 18:00
- calligraphy demonstration
- 18:00
- end of evening
2nd sitting
- 19:00
- meet at the venue
- 19:00 - 20:00
- calligraphy demonstration
- 20:00
- end of evening
Expert Calligrapher
SATOSHI
IWAO
Highly praised for his 'shodo' performances,
Iwao became a qualified instructor
at the age of just 16, though he did not begin to
work professionally as a calligrapher until the age of 29.
Performing on the streets of Miyazaki, Japan,
Iwao has also performed in Paris -
exhibiting at the Japan Expo Paris in both 2018 and 2019.
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CShodo' Calligraphy originated from China,
so it cannot truly be called a Japanese artform.
However, from its Chinese origins,
a uniquely Japanese style of calligraphy took root.
Whereas in China, calligraphy is an academic discipline,
In Japan, it is considered more spiritual.
I, for one, have always had a sense
that there is a thread that runs through the core of my body -
something I strive to remain conscious of
when I take up the calligraphy brush.
I believe this is something everyone can experience.
Through breathing in and directing your thoughts,
not only do you come face to face with the characters,
but you also begin to search for answers within yourself.
The sacred island of Aoshima truly is the perfect place
to experience such a sense of spiritual unification.
As a native of Miyazaki, I also have fond memories of Aoshima -
a very special place indeed.
The god of matchmaking is believed to be enshrined in Aoshima,
so by all means, think of your beloved one as you take up the brush.
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One Plate・One Drink
A moment to experience the charm of Miyazaki with all five senses
Enjoy a chef-curated plate featuring ingredients from Miyazaki, along with a special cocktail made with local fruits.
Contents
- Main course by a Michelin-starred chef
- Cocktails crafted by a bartender ranked among 'Asia's 50 Best Bars 2022'