Rihga Royal Hotel Kokura (Asano, Kokura Kita Ward, Kitakyushu City; General Manager: Masato Muneasu) will host a spring-inspired lunch and sweets buffet featuring an abundance of strawberry desserts called STRAWBERRY SPECIAL - My Reward Time Adorned with Strawberries from February 1 (Sunday) to May 11 (Monday), 2026, at the 2nd floor All-Day Dining "Leetos."
Following last year's success, this event will again feature two distinct phases. Throughout the period, a total of 18 types of sweets will be offered, with approximately 10 varieties differing between Phase 1 and Phase 2, ensuring guests can discover new delicious flavors throughout the entire season.
Strawberry Desserts Crafted by Pastry Chefs Take Center Stage
The buffet showcases an impressive array of strawberry-focused desserts created by the hotel's pastry chefs. Building on the positive reception from previous years, this year's event offers even more substantial content.
Phase 1: February 1 (Sunday) to March 17 (Tuesday)
Phase 1 features desserts such as Ruby Chocolate Mousse with Strawberry, which combines sweet-and-sour strawberry flavors with the subtle fruitiness of ruby chocolate, and Strawberry Mont Blanc, featuring fluffy, light-textured strawberry cream with hidden strawberry confiture that delivers a refreshing acidity.
Phase 2: March 18 (Wednesday) to May 11 (Monday)
Phase 2 introduces Pistache - Strawberry Harmony, featuring smooth pistachio-scented mousse enveloping sweet-and-sour strawberry jam, and Mascarpone Cheese Mousse with Strawberry, which layers creamy mascarpone cheese with refreshing strawberry acidity. The lineup is packed with carefully crafted sweets.
Self-Style Pancake Corner Makes Its Debut
A new pancake corner allows guests to top freshly baked pancakes with their favorite toppings, creating a personalized treat. This addition makes the lunch and sweets buffet experience even more enjoyable.
Savory Lunch Menu Features 23 Creative Dishes
The lunch menu includes 23 thoughtfully prepared dishes, including strawberry-based items such as Strawberry Gazpacho, which highlights the fruit's sweetness and acidity, and Strawberry and Chicken Salad, Mimosa Style, among other innovative offerings.
Additionally, the dining space will be decorated with spring-themed, cute and vibrant decor throughout the event period, providing an Instagram-worthy atmosphere where guests can enjoy their meals.
Stay Plan: Reward Lunch with All-You-Can-Eat Strawberry Desserts and Breakfast
A special accommodation plan called Reward Lunch [All-You-Can-Eat Strawberry Desserts] with Breakfast Stay is also available, allowing guests to enjoy not just lunch but a complete hotel experience. Perfect for graduation trips, girls' getaways, or any strawberry-filled hotel stay.
Event Details
STRAWBERRY SPECIAL Overview
Period: February 1 (Sunday) to May 11 (Monday), 2026
- Phase 1: February 1 (Sunday) to March 17 (Tuesday)
- Phase 2: March 18 (Wednesday) to May 11 (Monday)
Location: 2nd Floor, All-Day Dining Leetos
Hours:
- Weekdays: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM (90-minute seating)
- Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM / 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM (Two sessions)
Pricing:
- [General] Adults: ¥5,186 / Elementary School Students: ¥3,036 / Children: ¥1,074
- [Rihga Members] ¥4,807
Member pricing requires advance online reservation.
[Excluded dates: April 25 (Saturday) to May 6 (Wednesday/Holiday)]
Sample Menu
Sweets
All-you-can-eat
Self-service pancake corner where you can choose your favorite toppings is now available.
Phase 1: February 1 (Sunday) to March 17 (Tuesday)
- Printemps - Strawberry Harmony
- Strawberry Petit Cream Puff
- Strawberry Mont Blanc
- Earl Grey Mousse and Ganache Gateau Decorated with Strawberries
- Ruby Chocolate Mousse with Strawberry
- Matcha Mousse Biscuit Style - Strawberry Color
- Cranberry Jelly Decorated with Strawberries
- Strawberry-Flavored Crème Brûlée
- Mousse Fraise
- Sakura Rare Cheesecake Mousse
- Plus 8 more varieties
Phase 2: March 18 (Wednesday) to May 11 (Monday)
- Pistache - Strawberry Harmony
- Strawberry and Yogurt Mousse
- Mascarpone Cheese Mousse with Strawberry
- Praline Chocolate - Strawberry Color
- Caramel Chocolate with Strawberry
- Mousse Cassis - Strawberry Accent
- Petit Crepe Cake Decorated with Strawberries
- Acerola Jelly Decorated with Strawberries
- Strawberry Creamy Pudding
- Sakura Roll Cake
- Plus 8 more varieties
Lunch Menu: 23 Varieties Total
February 1 (Sunday) to March 17 (Tuesday)
○ Cold Dishes
- Tuna Tagliata with Olive Sauce
- Prosciutto and Green Asparagus Panna Cotta
- Strawberry Gazpacho
- Strawberry and Chicken Salad, Mimosa Style
- Plus 7 more varieties
○ Hot Dishes
- Rosemary-Scented Oven-Baked Chicken with Spiced Red Wine Sauce
- White Fish and Shellfish Saffron Soup Style
- Seared Spanish Mackerel with Ligurian-Style Caponata and Green Pea Crema
- Bamboo Shoots and Legumes Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with Yuzu Pepper Flavor
- Plus 8 more varieties
Lunch Stand Cooking
Roasted Pork
All images are for illustration purposes.
For Phase 2 [March 18 (Wednesday) to May 11 (Monday)] lunch menu details, please inquire.
Prices include tax and service charge.
Unless specifically noted, all rice used in menu items is domestically produced.
If changing the origin or variety of ingredients without modifying cooking methods, staff will inform you in advance.
Decorative strawberries are not included in the menu.
Reward Lunch [All-You-Can-Eat Strawberry Desserts] with Breakfast Buffet Stay Plan Overview
Usage Period: February 1 (Sunday) to May 11 (Monday), 2026
Room Type: Superior Floor (14th-23rd floors)
Rates: Per room per night (including tax and service charge)
- 2 guests: From ¥33,722 (variable pricing)
- 3 guests: From ¥48,168
Package Includes:
- Lunch: All-you-can-eat strawberry desserts lunch buffet
- Breakfast: Full buffet
Lunch reservations will be scheduled at the following times on your check-in day:
- Weekdays: 1:15 PM
- Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays: 1:30 PM
Both lunch and breakfast will be served at the 2nd floor "All-Day Dining Leetos."
Reservations and Inquiries
Rihga Royal Hotel Kokura
Restaurant Reservations: TEL. 093-531-1070 (Reception hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
Website: https://www.rihga.co.jp/kokura/restaurant/fair_list/ritoas-strawberry-fair-2026
