A Christmas-season dessert is coming to the lounge at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto, located on Higashihorikawa-dori at Shiokoji in Kyoto's Shimogyo Ward. The "Bear's Winter Hibernation Snow Globe Parfait" (くまさんの冬ごもりスノードームパフェ) will be available from Thursday, November 26 to Friday, December 25, 2026.
The parfait is modeled on a snow globe with snow gently falling inside. Under the clear dome sit a tree made of pistachio mousse and a sleeping bear. The bear is built on black tea mousse and coated in chocolate, with its fur carefully depicted. Diners can enjoy a cute Christmas scene inside the snow globe.
Inside the glass, pistachio whipped cream and fresh strawberries form colorful layers. A yellow mousseline, which combines custard cream and butter cream, is layered with crisp feuilletine made from baked crepe dough, giving a contrast between smooth and crunchy textures. The parfait is finished with milky blancmange and a jelly with the light sweet-tart flavor of berries for a refreshing taste.
It suits tea time with family or friends as well as a treat for yourself, and offers a moment of Christmas in Kyoto.
"Bear's Winter Hibernation Snow Globe Parfait" Details
- Where: Lounge (1st floor, inside All Day Dining Kaza)
- Period: Thursday, November 26 to Friday, December 25, 2026
- Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (last order 6:00 PM)
- Price: ¥3,289 for the parfait alone; ¥3,795 with a drink (coffee, tea or chamomile tea)
All prices include tax and service charge. Periods, closed days and business hours may change depending on circumstances. Please check the hotel's official website for the latest information.
