Sapporo Prince Hotel (Minami 2-jo Nishi 11-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido) is launching a sky-high afternoon tea called "Soukei" (蒼景) at the "Sky Lounge Top of Prince" on the 28th floor. Themed around Hokkaido's iconic blue scenery, the experience will be available from July 1 (Wednesday) to August 31 (Monday), 2026.
Hokkaido is home to some of Japan's most captivating blue landscapes — from the Blue Pond in Biei and the cobalt waters of Shakotan to the crystalline surface of Lake Mashu. This afternoon tea translates those iconic scenes into a curated menu of sweets and savories, alongside Hokkaido's seasonal flavors including haskap berries and lavender.
The top tier of the three-tier stand features four sweets with striking blue gradients, evoking the colors of the sea and lakes. The middle tier brings three refreshing sweets made with Hokkaido ingredients, and the bottom tier offers savories including canapés. A non-alcoholic cocktail in vivid blue-green is served as a welcome aperitif, completing a teatime that engages all five senses against a panoramic view of Sapporo from 28 floors up.
Highlights
Hokkaido's Blues on a Plate
The sweets incorporate a transparent palette of blues and purples, capturing the beauty of Hokkaido's scenery in every bite. The overall aesthetic is refreshing and distinctly summery.
Hokkaido-Sourced Flavors
The pastry team's creations draw on local ingredients, bringing an unmistakably Hokkaido character to both taste and aroma.
28th-Floor Panoramic Views
The open, airy lounge offers a sweeping view of central Sapporo, making for a truly elevated teatime experience.
Menu Details
Period: July 1, 2026 (Wednesday) – August 31, 2026 (Monday)
Seatings:
- 12:00 PM / 12:30 PM / 1:00 PM / 1:30 PM / 2:30 PM (weekends and holidays only)
Venue: Sapporo Prince Hotel, 28F "Sky Lounge Top of Prince"
Prices:
- Standard Plan: ¥5,500 per person (3-tier stand / mini parfait / mini hamburger / free-flow drinks / welcome aperitif)
- Casual Plan: ¥4,500 per person (3-tier stand / free-flow drinks / welcome aperitif)
Tax included; a 13% service charge applies separately.
Top Tier (Sweets)
- Soda Jelly and White Peach Mousse — inspired by Biei Blue (美瑛ブルー)
- Cube Mousse on the Water's Surface — inspired by Shakotan Blue (積丹ブルー)
- White Wine and Blue Curaçao Clear Jelly — inspired by Mashu Blue (摩周ブルー)
- Ramune and Yogurt Verrine — inspired by Lake Shikotsu Blue (支笏湖ブルー)
Middle Tier (Sweets)
- Haskap Macaron
- Lavender-Scented Hokkaido Milk Pudding
- Hokkaido Cream Cheese and Blueberry Tart
- Kohakuto (amber sugar)
Bottom Tier (Savories)
- Chilled Edamame Soup with Clear Tomato Gelée
- Green Melon and Cucumber Tartare with Jamón Serrano
- Pork Pâté with Mango and Basil
- Smoked Salmon Canapé
Mini Parfait
- Butterfly Pea Magic Rare Cheesecake with Tapioca and Lemongrass Foam
Mini Hamburger
Menu content, prices, and availability are subject to change. Photos are for illustrative purposes only.
