This summer, The Strings Hakata's cafe lounge "Timenest" is presenting a "New York Style Sweets Buffet" for a limited period from Wednesday, July 1 to Monday, August 31, 2026. The event showcases craft sweets inspired by New York's latest dessert trends, reimagined by the venue's in-house pastry chef.
Buffet Highlights
1. NY Craft Sweets for Adults
The venue's pastry chef has interpreted the newest trends from New York with a refined sensibility, creating an elegant lineup of craft sweets that emphasizes layers of ingredients and flavors as much as visual appeal.
2. Two Signature Original Parfaits
The centrepiece of the event is a pair of limited-edition original parfaits, beautifully layered in glass. Each parfait harmonizes contrasting textures, temperatures, and aromas in the glass — photogenic and indulgent.
3. Cocktails and Mocktails to Complement the Sweets
Special original cocktails are available to pair with the sweets. For those who prefer non-alcoholic options, a refined selection of mocktails is also offered.
4. Plans Available for Families with Young Children
A plan for pre-school-aged children is available so that families can enjoy the spacious, elegant wedding venue setting together without worry.
Menu
Pastries & Desserts
Fresh Pastries
- Original Shortcake
- Ambre Noix
- NY Cheesecake
- Eclairs (Coffee, Earl Grey)
- Lemon Tart
- American Cherry Pie
- Cafe Mocha Muffin
- American Biscuit
Baked Goods
- Bourbon Canelé
- Raspberry Brownie
- Florentine
Glass Desserts
- Banana Pudding
- Manhattan
- Champagne Jelly
On-Table Set (1 set per person)
Salad / Cold Soup / French Fries / Mentaiko French Bread
Specialties (optional, additional charge)
Tiramisu Parfait — ¥1,430 (tax and 15% service charge included)
An adult tiramisu parfait inspired by an espresso martini, balancing bitterness and sweetness.Shine Muscat Parfait — ¥1,760 (tax and 15% service charge included)
A refreshing dessert parfait generously featuring shine muscat grapes, with accents of lime and almond — a taste of early summer.
Free Drinks (Standard Plan)
- Darjeeling Tea (HOT), Decaf Earl Grey (HOT), Honey Tea (HOT)
- Mango Pineapple Tea (HOT), Peach Strawberry Tea (HOT)
- Iced Coffee, Iced Tea, Orange Juice, Oolong Tea
Special Drinks (optional, additional charge)
Cocktails
- Cassis Soda, China Blue, Gin & Tonic — ¥990 each (tax and 15% service charge included)
Mocktails (Non-Alcoholic)
- Tea Soda, Orange Frappe, Lemonade Soda, Kiwi Squash — ¥825 each (tax and 15% service charge included)
Note: Menu items are subject to change depending on ingredient availability.
Event Details
Event: New York Style Sweets Buffet
Venue: The Strings Hakata, Cafe Lounge "Timenest"
11F, KITTE Hakata, 9-1 Hakata-eki Chuo-gai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, 812-0012
(Direct access from JR Hakata Station, Hakata Exit)
Period: Wednesday, July 1 – Monday, August 31, 2026
Special dates: Saturday, July 4 and Monday, July 20 (holiday)
Obon holiday period (August 11–14 and 16) will be charged at weekend/holiday rates.
Hours: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Session 1: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Session 2: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Pricing (all prices include tax and 15% service charge)
| Guest | Weekdays | Weekends/Holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (junior high school age and up) | ¥5,500 | ¥6,000 |
| Children (elementary school students) | ¥3,300 | ¥3,800 |
| Pre-school children | ¥1,500 | ¥2,000 |
Reservations: https://wedding-hakata.strings-group.jp/cafe/sweets-buffet2026
Phone: 092-600-8852 (closed Tuesdays and weekends/holidays)
Chef Profile
Takashi Nitta — Head Pastry Chef
After graduating from university and working for ten years as a systems engineer, Nitta switched careers to pastry. He trained at culinary schools in Japan and abroad, including a stint in Alsace, France, and went on to work at a one-Michelin-star restaurant in Tokyo and at wedding venues across the country. He joined ハカタギ グランヒューリ in 2016 and has served as head pastry chef since 2018. His work draws on French pastry techniques while embracing local, seasonal ingredients and crossing genre boundaries.
