Tea & Cocktail "Garden Lounge" at Hotel New Otani (Tokyo) will hold the "Super Sweets Buffet 2027 — Strawberry & Amaou," themed around strawberries, the most popular theme throughout the year, for a limited time from December 1 (Tuesday), 2026 through March 31 (Wednesday), 2027. Set in an elegant lounge overlooking the changing seasons of a spacious Japanese garden, the buffet brings together signature sweets made generously with Hakata Amaou, known as the "king of strawberries," along with sweets made with the hotel's traditional methods and carefully selected ingredients.
A Strawberry Buffet in a Lounge Overlooking an Approximately 10,000-Tsubo Japanese Garden
"Garden Lounge" overlooks a spacious Japanese garden of approximately 10,000 tsubo with a history of more than 400 years. Beyond the full-height windows that reach the ceiling, the scenery of each season spreads out as a panorama. Among the sweets buffets whose themes change with the seasons, strawberries are by far the most popular throughout the year. During the period, the in-season strawberries at their best are carefully selected for each part of the season. When Hakata Amaou reaches the height of its season, a variety of showy sweets made generously with Amaou will line the buffet counter. Guests can enjoy the seasonal flavors while looking out over the greenery and history of the garden.
From Shortcake to Glass Desserts, an All-Strawberry Lineup
The symbol of the "Super Sweets Buffet" is the "New Super Amaou Shortcake™," a shortcake that brings out the full appeal of large, richly sweet Hakata Amaou. The gently flavored sponge is made with "Taiyo Tamago" eggs from Nagasaki Prefecture, and light fresh cream from Omuta in Kyushu wraps the whole cake. Together, the sweetness of the strawberries, the rich flavor of the sponge, and the mildness of the cream create a harmony, with a texture that melts in the mouth. The "Amaou Tart," in which large strawberries top a fragrant, crisp crust, is also available for guests to enjoy as much as they like.
Sweets for Adults With a Slightly Bitter Touch That Brings Out the Strawberry's Sweetness
The "Super Chocolate Shortcake" combines chocolate with fluffy sponge and is accented by the aroma of caramelized nuts. The sweetness of the large Amaou on top stands out all the more. The "Caramel Cream Puff" fills a crisp, slightly bitter cocoa choux with rich caramel custard, and the refined richness of the wasanbon caramel that melts out from inside is a highlight. With its slightly grown-up flavor, it is a luxurious pairing with Amaou.
From Japanese Sweets to Jiggly Jelly, Strawberry Sweets in Many Forms
A wide variety of other strawberry sweets are also on offer. The "Amaou Roll" wraps Amaou, fresh cream, and kuromitsu (brown sugar syrup) anko in moist, fluffy roll sponge. The "Chocolate Chiffon Cake" layers fresh cream and Amaou on a light chocolate chiffon kneaded generously with fragrant cacao. The lineup also includes glass desserts such as the juicy "Amaou Jelly," which concentrates the fruit juice as it is, and the "Iwaizumi Yogurt Jelly," in which the mellow richness of Iwaizumi yogurt from Iwate Prefecture harmonizes with the sweetness of Amaou. It is a varied lineup that brings out the appeal of each ingredient to the fullest.
17 Types of Sandwiches and Authentic Hot Dishes to Go With the Sweets
The sandwiches, which showcase the skill and care of the hotel chefs, come in a full 17 types. They include the ever-popular "Pork Cutlet Sandwich," which lets guests enjoy the savory flavor of juicy meat; the "Dashimaki Tamago Sandwich," which pairs the aroma of Hamanako-grown nori with the elegant sweetness of mitarashi sauce; and the "Lemon-Scented Smoked Salmon Sandwich," given a refreshing accent of lemon. The "Plant-Based Burger" and the "Tomato Bruschetta," whose garlic and tomato acidity whet the appetite, are also on the menu, so guests can compare a wide range of flavors.
In addition to the sandwiches, a full lineup of Japanese, Western, and Chinese hot dishes also adds color to the buffet. The menu includes the long-beloved "Hotel's Traditional Beef Stew" with its deep richness, steaming hot "Dim Sum," "Sweet and Sour Pork in Black Vinegar Sauce with Colorful Vegetables" with its sweet and sour special sauce, and "Seasonal Takikomi Gohan," which packs in the flavor of seasonal ingredients.
Buffet Details
Hotel New Otani (Tokyo)
Tea & Cocktail "Garden Lounge"
"Super Sweets Buffet 2027 — Strawberry & Amaou"
- Period: December 1 (Tuesday), 2026 to March 31 (Wednesday), 2027
- Time: From 11:30 AM (90-minute time limit)
- Price: Adults — weekdays ¥7,700 and up, weekends & holidays ¥9,200 and up; Children ¥4,200
- Reservation required in advance via the official website.
- Special prices apply during the year-end and New Year period.
- Service charge is added separately.
- Children's pricing applies to ages 4 to 12.
- Amaou sweets are served as supplies arrive.
- Menu contents may change depending on ingredient availability.
- Venue: 4-1 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo — Hotel New Otani (Tokyo), Tea & Cocktail "Garden Lounge" (Garden Tower Lobby Floor)
- Official website: https://www.newotani.co.jp/tokyo/restaurant/gardenlounge/ichigo/
For inquiries: Tel. 03-5226-0246 (direct line to Tea & Cocktail "Garden Lounge")
