HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, which stands on the site of the former Mitsui main family residence in front of Nijo Castle in Kyoto, will offer a limited-time "Kyoto-Grown Strawberry and Chocolate Afternoon Tea" starting December 26, 2026 (Saturday). The tea centers on in-season Kyoto strawberries and rich chocolate.
The strawberries were selected from partner farms in Kyoto, where the water is clean and the soil is rich in minerals. Pastry Chef Itagaki (板垣雄己) has prepared 12 kinds of sweets and savories that bring out the fragrant, juicy flesh of the strawberries and the flavor of cacao. Guests can enjoy the tea while looking out over the garden in the crisp winter air.
During Valentine Week, the menu is upgraded further, with a limited-time "Chocolate and Berry Parfait" and a special take-home gift of "Chocolate Hazelnut Madeleine."
Kyoto-Grown Strawberry and Chocolate Afternoon Tea
Period: December 26, 2026 (Sat) – February 28, 2027 (Sun)
Sessions: 12:00 PM / 12:30 PM / 2:30 PM / 3:00 PM (4 sessions, 2 hours each)
Price: ¥7,800 per person
More than 20 types of drinks, including TWG teas, are available for free-flow enjoyment.
Premium Option: For an additional ¥2,000, a "Strawberry and Chocolate Parfait" is available.
Venue: Bar & Lounge "THE GARDEN BAR," HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO (284 Nijoaburakoji-cho, Aburakoji-dori Nijo-sagaru, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City)
Menu
Welcome Tea: Matcha made by 柳桜園
Sweets: Red Berry Pavlova, Chocolate Strawberry Macaron, Brownie, Chocolate Tart, Strawberry Verrine, Strawberry Mousse
Savory: Strawberry and Beet Soup, Cacao Croque-Monsieur, Strawberry and Mozzarella Tartlet, Cacao Madeleine with Cured Ham
Scones: Freshly Baked Cacao Scones (served with Kyoto-grown strawberry jam and white bean paste cream)
Premium Option: Strawberry Parfait with Chocolate Sauce
Valentine Week
During Valentine Week, some menu items are upgraded. A special "Chocolate and Berry Parfait" is served, and "Chocolate Hazelnut Madeleine" is presented as a take-home gift.
Period: February 6, 2027 (Sat) – February 14, 2027 (Sun)
Price: ¥9,800 per person
Menu items are subject to change depending on availability. Prices include service charge and consumption tax.
