Bistro Bourgogne, the 19th-floor restaurant at Mercure Yokosuka (3-27 Honcho, Yokosuka, Kanagawa), is hosting a limited-time afternoon tea called "Very Matcha! Fall in Love with Matcha — Early Summer Afternoon Tea" from May 1 (Friday) to June 30 (Tuesday), 2026. The hotel is a 1-minute walk from Shioiri Station on the Keikyu Line.
This is the second installment of the seasonal "VERY COLLECTION" afternoon tea series, which launched in February 2026. Each edition focuses on seasonal local ingredients and stories from the Miura Peninsula, under the concept of "DISCOVER LOCAL."
First Collaboration with Sakakura Sohonke, a Yokosuka Wagashi Institution Since 1891
This edition marks the first collaboration between Mercure Yokosuka and Sakakura Sohonke, a local Japanese confectionery shop that has been operating since 1891. Founded by Inosuke Sakakura in Yokosuka, the shop has been cherished in the city for generations and is known for its dorayaki and the "Yokosuka Navy Yokan" — a sweet bean jelly that was once supplied to the former Imperial Japanese Navy.
"This elegant mini dorayaki perfectly balances the slight bitterness of matcha with the gentle sweetness of our house-made sweet bean paste. It's a perfect fit for afternoon tea." — Masato Sakakura, 6th generation representative of Sakakura Sohonke
Mercure Yokosuka Exclusive: Mini Dorayaki with Matcha Cream
The shop's popular "Yokosuka Dorayaki with Matcha Cream" has been reimagined in a smaller, bite-sized format exclusively for this collaboration. Each piece is handcrafted by skilled artisans, preserving the fluffy texture, house-made sweet red bean paste, and refined matcha cream of the original, with an additional finish from the hotel's chefs.
Mercure Yokosuka Exclusive: Matcha Cannoli with Yokosuka Navy Yokan
The Yokosuka Navy Yokan, beloved since the Meiji era, is served as a topping on a cannoli filled with matcha and custard cream. The gentle sweetness of Japanese sweet bean jelly combines with the lighter richness of the Western pastry — a pairing that reflects Yokosuka's blend of Eastern and Western cultures.
Drinkable Sweet and Signature Beverages
The afternoon tea begins with a "drinkable sweet": the non-alcoholic "Very Matcha! Matcha Chocolate Oat Milk." It brings together the aromatic quality of matcha, the depth of chocolate, and the lightness of oat milk. Served in a gold-accented presentation, it suits special occasions such as anniversaries and celebrations.
The "Yokosuka Cherry Cheesecake," the hotel's local signature dessert, is served as a welcome sweet. Its recipe has roots in dishes brought by the US military stationed in Yokosuka, making it another reflection of the city's cross-cultural heritage.
The drink selection features Ronnefeldt teas, including the hotel's own "Mercure Yokosuka Special Royal Milk Tea" — made using Ronnefeldt tea leaves — which pairs well with the matcha-based sweets.
Views of Yokosuka Bay
The afternoon tea is served with a view of Yokosuka Port from the 19th floor.
Full Menu
Welcome
- Yokosuka Cherry Cheesecake (hotel original)
- Drinkable sweet: "Very Matcha!" Matcha Chocolate Oat Milk Mocktail
First Tier (Sweets)
- Mercure Yokosuka exclusive – Sakakura Sohonke Yokosuka Mini Dorayaki with Matcha Cream
- Matcha roll cake with ice cream
- Matcha opera with muscat
Second Tier (Sweets)
- Mercure Yokosuka exclusive – Matcha Cannoli with Yokosuka Navy Yokan
- Matcha terrine with berry sauce
- Matcha cookie
- Matcha chocolate
Third Tier (Savories)
- Cream cheese and roast pork roll sandwich
- Green pea parissoire with mini croissant
- Salmon rillettes and carrot bonbon
- Asparagus and prosciutto roulade with orange tomato confit
Drinks (free-flow, 120 minutes)
- Mercure Yokosuka Special Royal Milk Tea (hot/iced) — using Ronnefeldt tea leaves
- Ronnefeldt teas: Darjeeling Summer Gold, Earl Grey, English Breakfast, Jasmine Gold, Rooibos Cream Orange, Sweet Berries, Fruity Chamomile
- Various coffees
Sparkling wine available for 900 yen per glass (tax included)
Event Details
Period: May 1 (Fri) – June 30 (Tue), 2026
Hours:
- Weekdays: 12:00 PM–5:00 PM (Last order 3:00 PM)
- Weekends & Holidays: 1:30 PM–5:00 PM (Last order 3:00 PM)
Venue: Mercure Yokosuka, 19F Restaurant Bistro Bourgogne
3-27 Honcho, Yokosuka, Kanagawa
Access:
- Keikyu Line "Shioiri Station" – 1-minute walk
- JR Line "Yokosuka Station" – 8-minute walk
Price: 5,500 yen per person (tax included)
- Advance reservation required (by the previous day)
- 120-minute seating
- Available for solo guests
- Sparkling wine available for 900 yen per glass (tax included)
Reservations:
- Tel: 046-821-1594 (restaurant direct line)
- Email: H7490-FB@accor.com
- Online reservations
- Official website
Menu subject to change based on ingredient availability. All images are for illustrative purposes.
