As autumn paints the city with vibrant hues, Tokyo’s hotels are unveiling exquisite afternoon tea experiences that capture the essence of the season. Indulge in delightful treats and savory bites crafted with the freshest autumnal ingredients, paired with a selection of premium teas to create an unforgettable culinary journey.
Pulman Tokyo Tamachi:
Experience the richness of autumn at Pullman Tokyo Tamachi’s “Autumn Afternoon Tea,” available until September 30th and again from November 1st to 30th. This delightful experience features an array of seasonal sweets and savories, showcasing the best of autumn’s bounty. Savor the delicate flavors of roasted green tea, Japanese chestnut, Shine Muscat grapes, pears, and figs in an array of seven beautifully crafted pastries. Highlights include a “Mont Blanc” with a subtle yuzu aroma, a “Roasted Green Tea Pudding,” and a “Shine Muscat Macaron” made with homemade macarons. To complement the sweet indulgences, enjoy four rotating savory selections that showcase the freshest seasonal ingredients, such as lamb dumplings and sweet potato potage. Choose from 14 exquisite teas from the renowned German tea maker, Ronnefeldt, to complete your perfect autumnal tea experience.
Tokyo Station Hotel:
Embrace the spirit of Halloween with the “Halloween Marunouchi Jikan” afternoon tea at the Tokyo Station Hotel’s Bar & Cafe Camelia. Available from October 1st to 31st, this enchanting experience features a delightful selection of sweets and savories inspired by the flavors of fall. Sweeten your afternoon with “Pumpkin and Chocolate Mousse,” featuring a “Pumpkin Pudding” infused with a hint of rum, and “Sweet Potato Mont Blanc” filled with a creamy chantilly and candied sweet potato. The classic afternoon tea offering, “Marunouchi Jikan,” has been elevated with an additional, separate dessert – the “Mousse Marron Chocolat,” a delicate blend of chestnut mousse and rich chocolate, accentuated with candied chestnuts.
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto:
Immerse yourself in the beauty of autumn in Kyoto at the Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, where the “Autumn Afternoon Tea” is being served until November 15th. Experience the splendor of the hotel’s iconic “積翠園” (Sekisui-en) garden, as its autumnal hues mirror the vibrant colors of the tea experience. Five exquisite sweets showcase the best of the season’s fruits, including “Muscat Tart,” a delicate vanilla chocolate ganache adorned with fresh muscat grapes, and “Maple Pear Cake,” a delightful blend of pear confit and maple cream. Indulge in savory delights, such as “Wagyu Beef and French Chestnut Pie” and “Mushroom Risotto with Tofu,” showcasing the best of Kyoto’s culinary expertise. Enjoy a selection of premium JING TEA teas, including the hotel’s own original blend, alongside unique themed drinks, such as the “Golden Radiant” (inspired by the changing colors of the ginkgo trees) and the “Autumn Sangria” (inspired by the vibrant autumn leaves).
Grand Hyatt Tokyo:
Embark on a luxurious autumnal journey at Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s “Autumn Afternoon Tea,” served at the French Kitchen from November 1st to 30th. This elegant afternoon tea features a harmonious blend of six delightful sweets and five savory treats that capture the essence of the season. Indulge in “Pumpkin Tartlets” with creamy pumpkin cream, “Pear Shortcakes” with the delicate aroma of pears, and “Pear and Caramel Mousse Cake,” a decadent combination of pear and caramelized flavors. The savory selection features “Quiche with Root Vegetables,” “Crepes with Sweet Potato Puree and Pastrami Pork,” and a “Sandwich with Mackerel and Dill Cream,” all crafted with the finest ingredients. Enjoy a selection of traditional scones, including a flavorful “Plain Scone” and a “Fig Scone” with the alluring scent of tea.
Restaurant 1899 Ochanomizu:
Experience the unique flavors of fall at the Japanese tea restaurant “Restaurant 1899 Ochanomizu” in Tokyo’s Ochanomizu district. Until November 30th, indulge in the “1899 Afternoon Tea Plate,” a celebration of autumn’s finest flavors. Their signature “Houjicha Mont Blanc” features a delicate combination of homemade houjicha sablé, brandy-infused sake tea cake, chestnut confit, and houjicha cream, topped with a rich chestnut and houjicha mont blanc cream. Experience the new “Bancha Macaron,” featuring a bancha and almond pastry filled with a creamy blend of bancha and white bean paste. Enjoy the “Chestnut and Purple Yam Chakin Shibori,” a delightful fusion of chestnut wrapped in a sweet purple yam paste, delicately presented in a traditional Japanese technique. Complement your sweet treats with savory delights, such as the “Chestnut and Prosciutto Bancha Crepe,” and “Houjicha Potato Iga Guri,” a unique twist on a Japanese traditional food. Embrace the essence of Japanese fall with the aromatic flavors of tea and indulge in this unforgettable afternoon tea experience.
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