Saga Prefecture is hosting "Ichigosando 2026," a special cafe collaboration showcasing their premium strawberry brand "Ichigosan" at 12 popular cafes and restaurants in Omotesando. The event, running from January 15 through March 31, 2026, features exclusive strawberry menus created by each participating establishment.
Official Ichigosando 2026 Website
New Locations Starting February 1
As part of the 5th anniversary celebration, two additional venues have joined the collaboration starting February 1 (Sunday).
Spiral Cafe (February 1 to February 28)
Ichigosando Parfait with Saga's "Ichigosan" Strawberries
- Single: ¥1,650 (tax included)
- Lunch Dessert Set: ¥1,400 (tax included)
- Drink & Dessert Set: ¥1,400 (tax included)
A limited-edition parfait featuring housemade Ichigosan sauce, gelato, and tuile. The glass showcases various textures and flavors designed to highlight the fresh aroma and taste of Ichigosan strawberries.
Ichigosando White Roll with Saga's "Ichigosan" Strawberries
- Single: ¥1,350 (tax included)
- Lunch Dessert Set: ¥1,100 (tax included)
- Drink & Dessert Set: ¥1,100 (tax included)
A light roll cake made with egg whites only, filled with Ichigosan strawberries and white wine jelly. Served with fragrant housemade Ichigosan confiture for an enhanced fresh strawberry experience.
i2 cafe (February 1 to February 15)
Dutch Baby with Saga's "Ichigosan" Strawberries
- S Size: ¥2,000 (tax included)
A steam oven-baked Dutch Baby with a light, souffle-like texture, generously topped with Saga Prefecture's Ichigosan strawberries. Paired with i2 cafe's first-ever chocolate ice cream, the combination balances the strawberries' gentle sweetness and acidity, creating a dessert you can enjoy until the last bite.
Special 5th Anniversary Event: "Ichigosan Bus"
To celebrate the 5th anniversary of Ichigosando, a special three-day event is scheduled for February 13-15, 2026. The "Ichigosan Bus" offers a unique 90-minute London bus tour visiting popular Tokyo spots while enjoying an afternoon tea featuring Ichigosan strawberries.
Ichigosan Bus Details
Dates
February 13 (Friday) to February 15 (Sunday), 2026
Operating Times
- First departure: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
- Second departure: 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
- Third departure: 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Duration
90 minutes
Route
Omotesando United Nations University Front (departure/arrival) → Omotesando → Tokyo Tower area → United Nations University Front
Departure/Arrival Location
United Nations University Front, Omotesando (5-53-70 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Price
¥8,800 per person (before tax)
*Children aged 0-3 are free (meals not provided)
Booking
https://www.afternoontea-bus-tour.com/booking
Menu
Sweets
- Saga Prefecture's "Ichigosan" strawberries
- Strawberry chocolate canele cake
- Heart caramel cookie tart
- Teddy macaron
Savory Items
- Winter vegetable and couscous salad with Italian raspberry vinaigrette
- Chicken ballotine with Chaliapin mashed potatoes wrapped in garlic onion
- Honey mustard chicken bruschetta
- Butter garlic bagel sandwich with winter cabbage and thick-cut bacon
*Includes tea
*Includes souvenir (original Ichigosan novelty and confections)
Participating Locations Through March 31
Cafe Kitsune Aoyama (January 15 to February 15)
Mousse Matcha Strawberry "Ichigosan from Saga"
¥1,000 (tax included)
Cafe Madu Aoyama (January 15 to February 15)
Parfait with Saga's "Ichigosan" Strawberries
¥1,500 (tax included)
GRANNY SMITH APPLE PIE & COFFEE Aoyama (January 15 to February 15)
Apple Pie with Saga's "Ichigosan" and Mascarpone Cheese
- Takeout: ¥880 (tax included) / per slice
- Eat-in: ¥1,500 (tax included) *Drink set only (no single item sales)
Breizh Cafe Creperie Omotesando (January 15 to February 15)
Saga's "Ichigosan" Crepe Omotesando
¥1,480 (tax included)
Panya Espresso to (January 15 to February 28)
Millefeuille with Saga's "Ichigosan" Strawberries
¥1,200 (tax included)
Crepe Espresso to (January 15 to March 31)
Saga's "Ichigosan" Chocolate Melt
¥1,600 (tax included)
Afternoon Tea LOVE & TABLE Omotesando (January 15 to March 4)
Strawberry Sandwich Mille Crepe 2026 with Saga's "Ichigosan" and Pistachio Cream
¥2,068 (tax included) *Set menu only
"Ichigosan" Textured Strawberry Soda
Set additional charge: +¥418 (tax included) *Set menu only (no single item sales)
Bakers Gonna Bake Echika Omotesando (January 15 to March 10)
Scone Sandwich with Saga's "Ichigosan" and Black Tea
¥500 (tax included)
Iced Honeycomb Toffee Milk Tea with Saga's "Ichigosan"
¥680 (tax included)
Qu'il Fait Bon Aoyama (January 15 to March 31, closed February 17, 2026)
Konpeito-Shaped Tart Fraisier with Saga's "Ichigosan"
Takeout:
- ¥1,393 (tax included) / per piece
- ¥13,932 (tax included) / whole (25cm)
Eat-in:
- ¥1,419 (tax included) / per piece
- ¥14,190 (tax included) / whole (25cm)
Shiseido Parlour The Harajuku (January 15 to March 31)
¥4,800 (tax included, includes drink: tea or herbal tea, teapot serves 2)
*Advance reservation required, limited daily availability
Parfait Mignon with Saga's "Ichigosan"
- Single: ¥1,400 (tax included)
- With drink: ¥1,900 (tax included, includes coffee, tea, or herbal tea)
Special Parfait with Saga's "Ichigosan"
¥2,500 (tax included)
Event Overview
Event Name
Ichigosando 2026
Period
January 15 (Thursday) to March 31 (Tuesday), 2026
Content
Saga's premium strawberry brand "Ichigosan" collaborates with 12 cafes and restaurants in Omotesando to offer exclusive strawberry menus.
Participating Venues
- Cafe Kitsune Aoyama
- Cafe Madu Aoyama
- GRANNY SMITH APPLE PIE & COFFEE Aoyama
- Breizh Cafe Creperie Omotesando
- Panya Espresso to
- Afternoon Tea LOVE & TABLE Omotesando
- Bakers Gonna Bake Echika Omotesando
- Qu'il Fait Bon Aoyama
- Crepe Espresso to
- Shiseido Parlour The Harajuku
- i2 cafe
- Spiral Cafe
About "Ichigosan"
Beautiful Appearance, Sweet Bite - Saga's Premium Strawberry Brand
"Ichigosan" is Saga Prefecture's premium strawberry brand that debuted in fall 2018. The prefecture, JA (agricultural cooperative), and local growers worked together over seven years of development, selecting the best from 15,000 plants. The name was chosen for its ease of use and memorability, combining freshness with impact, in hopes of creating a beloved strawberry for years to come.
Ichigosan Features
- Dignified, beautiful color and shape
- Elegant, gentle sweetness
- Juicy, refreshing fruit
