Mitsubane translates literally to a combination of 2 words: "Three", and "leaf". Nejiri means "twist"  - the sides of the shape are "twisted" together to interlock with each other. (Note that this is different from Kousa, where individual thread rounds are laid in layers to interweave with each other). This is the basic stitching sequence. The number of rounds of the leaves (points) and the distance from the pole (length of the points) will be determined by the actual design/pattern you desire or are following.

This stitch is worked on a 6 point center -that is, where six marking lines intersect. Begin by stitching a hexagon (you can stitch a closed one, starting tight in the center, or leave an open center space. This is a closed center).

The stitch can be worked in any number of colors - this example is using 2. End off the color used for the center. Enter the second color at one corner of the hexagon.

Add 3 marker pins as shown on alternate lines, each one being the same distance from the pole/center. Place Pin 1 on the line you started your thread on. Turn the mari counter clockwise so that Pin 2 is facing up and and take a stitch.	Turn the mari again so that Pin 3 is facing up. Take a stitch on this line but at the corner of the hexagon.

Turn the mari again so that Pin 1 is facing up, and take a stitch at the pin	Turn the mari again, and stitch on the line of Pin 2 but placing the stitch at the corner of the hexagon

Turn the mari again so that Pin 3 is facing up, and take a stitch at the pin	Turn the mari again, take a stitch on the line of Pin 1 at the corner of the hexagon. This completes one complete rotation of the design.

Repeat the stitching sequence for as many rounds on the leaves as you/your design requires or desires. Notice that as the rounds build, the center hexagon becomes bordered as well as the leaves forming. Be sure to keep the intersections of the threads forming the leaves on the marking lines to keep the design even and the center hexagon regular and even. Groom the threads as needed as you work to accomplish this.