Collaboration with the Kyoto confectioner Tsuruya Yoshinobu, which has been in business for more than 220 years, has come to fruition. You can enjoy sweets and savories created jointly using several kinds of special an (red bean paste) and monaka (sweet bean paste), which have been considered off-limits to the public, such as josei (freshly made cakes) made with delicate craftsmanship, freshly baked an buttered madeleines, and monaka with walnut miso (soybean paste). The traditions of Tsuruya Yoshinobu, which have been preserved since its establishment, have been re-created with a modern approach to create a unique dining experience that can only be experienced here.

Place／HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO 1F Bar & Lounge [THE GARDEN BAR]
Period / March 1 (Saturday) to May 11 (Sunday), 2025
Time / 12:00 -, 14:30 - (2 sessions of 2 hours each)
Price / Japanese afternoon tea: 8,800 yen per person (including tax)

［The Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is offering a gorgeous afternoon tea to welcome the arrival of spring. The lineup includes five types of sweets incorporating cherry blossoms and seasonal strawberries, such as mousse with a flavor reminiscent of cherry blossom rice cakes and sakura roll cake with sweet and sour strawberry confiture, and four types of savories with spring-like flavors based on green tones that evoke the breath of spring. Enjoy a blissful tea time with a wide variety of over 30 free-flowing drinks.

Place/Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto 3F [The Lounge & Bar]
Period / Saturday, March 1, 2025 - Thursday, May 8, 2025
Time/12:00-14:00 or 12:30-14:30
Two sessions: 14:30-16:30 or 15:00-17:00
Price: Cherry Blossom Banquet Afternoon Tea 7,000 yen per person on weekdays, 7,800 yen per person on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (all incl. service charge)
Reservation/reservation required

The afternoon tea, inspired by the elegance of cherry blossoms, features satisfying savories made lavishly with seasonal gourmet ingredients and carefully crafted sweets with delicate details. Tea pairings carefully selected to complement each menu item are included to ensure a lingering enjoyment. The special presentation with antique-style shiny brassware and a fantastic mirror stand is also a highlight of the event. Enjoy a luxurious tea time while admiring the cherry blossoms arranged in the restaurant.

Place: Park Hyatt Kyoto 1F [The Living Room]
Period / March 1, 2025 (Saturday) - April 30, 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 12:00-17:00 (2 hours)
Price / Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea: 6,600 yen per person (not including tax)
Reservations / Permitted

The afternoon tea set, featuring nine types of sweets and nine savory dishes in gentle spring colors, is presented in a two-tiered stacked box, as is typical in Kyoto. The gorgeous lineup includes strawberry shortcake, strawberry daifuku, citrus roll cake, and other items that remind us of the breath of spring. The set includes free drinks such as coffee, tea, and non-alcoholic cocktails. Spend a blissful sweet time in the comfortable lounge with its modern yet relaxed atmosphere.

Place／Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto 1st floor lounge [All Day Dining Kaza
Period / March 1, 2025 (Saturday) - April 30, 2025 (Wednesday)
Time/10:00-17:00 (LO) *2 hours, free drink included in the set
Price / Spring Afternoon Tea Set: 5,555 yen per person (including tax) *Limited to 10 servings per day
Reservations / Permitted

Afternoon tea has started with a purple and white theme, representing delicate and graceful flowers. In addition to dainty sweets inspired by lavender, violet, lily of the valley, and lemon blossoms, the tea features classic scones made with the finest English flour and the chef's special savories. A free flow of 30 kinds of beverages including sparkling wine and tea cocktails will also be available. Enjoy a gorgeous and soothing tea time at the table with petals dancing in the air.

Place／ART MON ZEN KYOTO Restaurant [THE TERRACE & BAR]
Period／～Mid-June, 2025
Time / 12:00 -, 12:30 -, 15:00 -, 15:30 -
2 hours (free-flow LO / 30 min. before)
Price / Violet & White Grace Afternoon Tea 7,000 yen per person (incl. service charge)
Special price for reservations made through the official website or by phone: Weekdays: 6600 yen, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 6800 yen (all incl. service charge)
Reservations / Reservations required by 11:00 a.m. the day before (reservations are accepted from 2 persons)

An afternoon tea themed on fragrance is now available from the Japanese-style annex [Saryo] built in the Japanese garden on the hotel grounds. After enjoying the afternoon tea, guests can experience the fragrance of sandalwood and agarwood using a palm-sized incense burner. Enjoy a relaxing time in a space surrounded by the clean air of Rakuhoku that you cannot experience in everyday life.

Place: The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike [Saryo]
Date of Sale／ March 8 (Sat.), 9 (Sun.), 20 (Thu.) to 23 (Sun.), 2025
April 5 (Sat), 6 (Sun), 12 (Sat), 13 (Sun), 26 (Sat), 27 (Sun), 29 (Tue, holiday)
May 3 (Sat., holiday) - 6 (Tue., holiday) May 24 (Sat.) - 25 (Sun.)
Time/14:00-16:00
Fee / Japanese afternoon tea and experience to appreciate the fragrance of fragrant wood 10,000 yen per person (not including tax) *Limited to 10 people per day
Reservations / Reservations required at least 7 days in advance. Reservations are accepted from 2 persons.

From sweets to savories, including sakura mont blanc, sakura mousse, and sakura and green tea brioche sandwiches, this afternoon tea is full of sakura. In addition to tea stands, there are also outside dishes such as crepe Suzette, seared bamboo shoots and sakura shrimps with consommé sauce, and a wide variety of spring-like dishes to enjoy. Enjoy an elegant afternoon in a calm space overlooking the courtyard and feel the arrival of spring.

Place/Kyoto Tokyu Hotel B1F [ALL DAY DINING KAZAHANA]
Period / Monday, March 10, 2025 - Friday, April 25, 2025
Hours: 12:00-17:00 (LO/15:30)
Price / Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea: 5,500 yen per person (including tax and service charge)
Reservation / Reservation required by 17:00 two days before

Afternoon tea at Dessert Cafe Chorakukan, located in [Chorakukan], which was designated as a National Important Cultural Property in 2024, can be enjoyed in the rococo drawing room "Geihin no Ma. This season's theme is spring flowers, with three types of sweets inspired by cherry blossoms, mimosa, and marigolds, and savories incorporating the tastes of spring, such as wild vegetables, bamboo shoots, and spring cabbage. Along with the dainty lineup, you can enjoy the colors and aromas of spring. Enjoy a moment of relaxation in a modern space with a long history.

Place / Dessert Cafe Chorakukan "Geihin no Ma
Period / March 15, 2025 (Sat) - April 20, 2025 (Sun) *April 16 (Wed): all buildings closed
Time/12:00-18:00 *Two sessions
Price / Spring Afternoon Tea 6,000 yen per person (not including tax)
Reservations/Reservations required (from 2 persons)

［The theme of afternoon tea at Six Senses Kyoto changes about every two weeks in accordance with the 24 solar terms. For this year's "vernal equinox," sweets such as sakura mochi (rice cakes) and scones with sakura blossoms, as well as savories such as bamboo shoots, Spanish mackerel, and butterbur sprouts, represent the arrival of spring in earnest. The products are finished in gluten-free and sugar-free with no refined sugar, making them healthier for the body. In addition, an afternoon tea plan with a workshop for making self-care items is also available at the Alchemy Bar on the B1F. Enjoy the menu in your own way to fully appreciate the blessings of spring.

Place／Six Senses Kyoto B2F Seasonal Dining [Sekki
Period / Thursday, March 20, 2025 - Thursday, April 3, 2025
Time / 15:00-17:30 (2 hours)
Price / Calendar Afternoon Tea "Spring Break" 6,900 yen per person (including tax and service charge) *Includes free-flowing tea
Reservations/Yes *Vegan menu available with reservation at least 2 days in advance.

From January 8, 2025 (Wed.) to February 28, 2025 (Fri.), an afternoon tea featuring ingredients selected by YAKUNIHON-DO, a Chinese herbal medicine specialty store, in Japanese sweets from KAMEYA RYOCHO and savories specially prepared by Saryo Hachisui will be offered under the theme "For Cold Winter Bodies". The beverages include warm palace tea, a mellow blend of black tea, rose, tochu leaf, wolfberry, and mugwort, with the sublime aroma of black tea and rose. The menu also includes 24 other free-flowing drinks, so take your time to savor the flavor and enrich your body and soul.

Location: Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto [Saryo Hassui]
Period / Wednesday, January 8, 2025 - Friday, February 28, 2025
Time / 4 sessions: 11:00~, 12:30~, 14:00~, 15:30~ (Duration / 90 minutes each)
Price: Japanese afternoon tea 6,100 yen per person (service included) *Plans with champagne and matcha are available
Reservation / Reservation required by 17:00 two days before