Akita Castle Hotel (Akita City, Akita Prefecture, President: Hiroki Kishimoto) is hosting the Strawberry Fair 2026 at three in-house venues for a limited period from February 1 (Sun) to April 30 (Thu), 2026.
The fair features popular buffets and afternoon tea sets, along with limited-edition cocktails and a variety of hotel-exclusive menus. In particular, the highly acclaimed Strawberry Buffet has been extended through Golden Week in May. Chefs and patissiers present a blissful time filled with "all things strawberry."
Strawberry Buffet: Popular Event Extended Through Golden Week
A limited event held over 30 sessions, offering 13 types of strawberry dishes and a satisfying selection of light meals to enjoy to your heart's content.
★ New Menu Highlights: Introducing Mini Maritozzo and muffins adorned with strawberries
★ Interactive Corner: A hands-on corner where you can create your own Strawberry Parfait
Event Dates: 30 sessions total (15 days, 2 sessions per day)
- February 7 (Sat), 8 (Sun), 21 (Sat), 22 (Sun)
- March 7 (Sat), 8 (Sun), 21 (Sat), 22 (Sun)
- April 11 (Sat), 12 (Sun), 25 (Sat), 26 (Sun)
- May 3 (Sun/Holiday), 4 (Mon/Holiday), 5 (Tue/Holiday)
Time: Session 1: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM / Session 2: 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM ※ Rotation system / Reservations preferred
Price: Adults ¥5,000, Ages 4–12 ¥2,500, Under 3 Free
Venue: 1st Floor / Dining Restaurant The Castle
Menu: 13 strawberry dishes + light meals + various soft drinks
Strawberry Menu
Shortcake, chocolate cake, panna cotta, strawberry lemon jelly, strawberry tiramisu, strawberry matcha mousse, berry tart, strawberry rare cheese, mini maritozzo, strawberry and prosciutto pincho, DIY parfait corner, and more
Light Meals & Others
Quiche, omurice, Japanese-style peperoncino, open sandwiches, salad, and more
Strawberry Afternoon Tea: 12 Special Dishes Crafted by Chefs
A premium tea set where chefs, patissiers, and bakers each showcase the charm of strawberries through their specialties. A total of 12 intricately designed sweets and savories elegantly decorate a three-tiered stand.
★ Early Bird Discount Introduced: ¥300 OFF per person for visits by February 15 (Sun)
Period: February 1 (Sun) to April 30 (Thu)
※ Reservations required 3 days in advance
※ Service suspended on buffet dates
Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (Last entry 4:00 PM)
Price: ¥5,000 per person
Early Bird Discount: ¥300 OFF for visits by February 15 (Sun)
※ Reservations accepted for 2 or more guests
Venue: 1st Floor / Dining Restaurant The Castle
Contents: Food + beverages + welcome sparkling wine
Food (12 items)
Top Tier: Strawberry lemon jelly, strawberry cream puff, chocolate cake, strawberry tart
Middle Tier: Strawberry butter sandwich, mixed berry pie, strawberry scone, strawberry cookies
Bottom Tier: Strawberry and prosciutto pincho, teriyaki cheeseburger, Alsatian-style quiche with smoked bacon, shrimp cocktail with strawberry vinaigrette sauce
Beverages (Free-flow)
Indian Government Tea Board certified teas: Darjeeling, Assam, Earl Grey
C-WINGS Select flavored teas: Strawberry, La France, Passion Fruit
Others: Coffee, cafe latte, cafe au lait, various juices
Welcome Drink
Rose-colored rose sparkling wine (non-alcoholic option available)
Limited-Time Strawberry Gourmet Selections
Three in-house venues offer 11 types of strawberry menu items during the period. Enjoy a wide variety including bread, cakes, desserts, and cocktails.
★ Eat-In: Premium parfait loaded with strawberries and a special cocktail paired with white wine jelly from local "Akita-no Winery"
★ Takeout: "Crumbly Kurunge with Strawberry Chocolate Bits", an arrangement of a trending sweet, perfect as a souvenir
Eat-In Items
Strawberry Parfait ¥2,000
A premium parfait generously using strawberries equivalent to 7 pieces.
Douwe Egberts Strawberry Soffiché ¥1,300
A strawberry × coffee arrangement from Dutch premium coffee brand "Douwe Egberts."
Service Hours: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM (L.O. 4:30 PM)
Venue: 1st Floor / Dining Restaurant The Castle
Cocktail
STRAWBERRY ZIPPER ¥3,500
A luxurious frozen-style cocktail featuring the equivalent of 12 fresh strawberries, paired with white wine jelly from local "Akita-no Winery."
Operating Hours: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM (L.O. 11:30 PM)
Venue: 8th Floor / Bar Lotus
Takeout Items
Cakes
- Strawberry Roll Cake ¥480
A strawberry-filled roll cake wrapping strawberry puree and cream in strawberry sponge.
- Strawberry Cream Puff ¥480
Double cream puff with cookie dough, filled with strawberry whipped cream and custard cream.
Breads (Available February 1 to March 15)
- Strawberry Anpan ¥350
- Strawberry Danish ¥440
- Crumbly Kurunge with Strawberry Chocolate Bits ¥380
Breads (Available March 16 to April 30)
- Strawberry and Cream Cheese Roll ¥380
- Strawberry Melon Pan ¥300
- Strawberry Cream Pan ¥350
Operating Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue: 1st Floor / Castle Delica
Customer Inquiries
TEL: 018-834-1141 (main)
※ Prices shown include consumption tax and service charge (Castle Delica: consumption tax only)
About Akita Castle Hotel
Opened on July 7, 1970, Akita Castle Hotel is Akita's representative city hotel with 150 guest rooms, 11 banquet halls of various sizes, and 5 food and beverage venues. The hotel also houses a Medical Mall healthcare area, hotel offices, and tenant shops, serving as a hub for regional activities in diverse situations.
Company Name: Akita Castle Hotel Co., Ltd.
Hotel Name: Akita Castle Hotel
Address: 1-3-5 Nakadori, Akita City, Akita Prefecture
Capital: ¥100 million
Opening Date: July 7, 1970
President: Hiroki Kishimoto
Number of Employees: 450 (as of April 1, 2025)
Website: https://www.castle-hotel.jp/
