"Scone & TEA Party 2026 @ IWATAYA" is coming to Iwataya Honten in Tenjin for a six-day run from May 20 (Wed) to May 25 (Mon), 2026, held at the Grand Event Hall on the 7th floor of the Main Building. A popular concept across Mitsukoshi Isetan Group stores, this marks its first appearance in Fukuoka — timed to celebrate Iwataya Honten's 90th anniversary in Tenjin. Forty-three shops specializing in scones and tea come together under one roof, offering tastings and pairings with black tea. An eat-in space on-site lets visitors enjoy a full afternoon tea experience during their visit.
Event Details
- Period: May 20 (Wed) – May 25 (Mon), 2026
- Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Last day closes at 5:00 PM)
- Venue: Iwataya Honten, Main Building 7F Grand Event Hall
MI Card Member Early Entry — Day 1, May 20 (Wed) Only
On the opening day, MI Card members can enter the Grand Event Hall before regular opening hours. Early-entry ticket distribution runs until 9:45 AM. Members wishing to enter early should arrive at the Underground Passage Entrance (Kirameki-dori, B2F, Main Building) by 9:45 AM, and staff will guide visitors to the 7th floor in order.
Highlighted Items from the Event
From classic plain scones to creative sandwiched varieties, scones continue to evolve. Here is a look at some of the featured items from participating brands.
Classic British Scones & Clotted Cream
Three Tiers (Tokyo, Kyobashi)
Three Tiers: a. Triple Butter Scone ¥540 / b. Homemade Fudge Scone ¥540
Afternoon tea specialist Three Tiers brings scones that are hand-kneaded and baked fresh on the day — never frozen.
a. Triple Butter Scone
Made with three times the shop's usual amount of butter, this event-exclusive bestseller delivers an indulgent, melt-in-your-mouth richness.
b. Homemade Fudge Scone
A refined combination of handmade fudge sweetness and fragrant walnuts.
Rodda's (Cornwall, UK)
Rodda's: Clotted Cream Scone ¥324 (1 piece, made in Japan) / Clotted Cream ¥348 (28g, made in UK)
With 130 years of tradition, Rodda's is a brand that has come to symbolize British afternoon tea culture.
Clotted Cream Scone
Baked in a stone oven using premium butter and clotted cream. Crisp on the outside and moist on the inside, these scones bring a touch of British elegance to everyday moments.
Chef-Crafted Scones & Sweets
torantoroa33 (Nagano)
torantoroa33: Kankan Sablé Hakata ver. ¥4,320 (1 tin)
Using ingredients such as pesticide-free wheat, torantoroa33 crafts treats that let each ingredient shine. The popular Kankan Sablé is presented here in a Hakata-exclusive version, with four varieties — from simple to distinctive — packed together in one tin.
DRESS MITA MASAKI LAB. (Niigata)
DRESS MITA MASAKI LAB.: a. Honey Scone ¥501 / b. Butter Scone ¥451 / c. Honey Lemon Cake ¥501
Inspired by the shop's family beekeeping heritage, honey plays a starring role throughout their lineup.
a. Honey Scone
The shop's signature item, generously made with their own honey.
b. Butter Scone
A crunchy-textured scone with a fluffy interior, enveloped in the aroma of butter.
c. Honey Lemon Cake
A signature product featuring lemon peel preserved in honey. (Note: Items a and c should not be given to infants under one year old.)
Popular Brands Gathering from Across Japan
a. Cherry Honey Scone ¥551 (with 2.5g honey stick, harvested in Japan) / b. Edamame & Cheddar Cheese Scone ¥481
Kōshindō2区 (Yamagata)
With the concept of "treats you'll want to give to someone," this shop pairs its baked goods with thoughtfully selected drinks. The cherry scone features honey made from blossoms of Yamagata's prized Sato Nishiki cherries, while the savory scone is packed with dadacha-mame edamame — a specialty of Tsuruoka City, Yamagata. Both work well with tea or wine.
a. Mochikiji & Hatomugi Plain ¥497 / b. Aonori Salt Mozzarella ¥584 / c. Ripe Plum & Summer Strawberry ¥659
Tom's Scone Japonesque (Tokyo)
A shop in Nishi-Ogikubo, Tokyo, dedicated to Japanese-style scones and Japanese tea. The lineup includes a wholesome mochikiji and hatomugi grain scone, a savory scone with the fragrance of aonori and melted mozzarella, and a sweet-tart plum-and-strawberry scone evoking early summer.
Crème Clotted & Raspberry Jam Sandwich Scone ¥631 [Limited to 50 pieces per day]
369 Confectionery (Aichi, Toyoake)
A pâtisserie situated among seasonal flowers and plants in Toyoake City, Aichi. Their version of a classic scone sandwich brings together a clotted cream-based filling and raspberry jam for a well-balanced, traditional combination.
a. Rich Plain Scone ¥432 / b. Earl Grey Cream Scone ¥648
kikii (Aichi, Nagoya)
A one-person scone shop near Higashiyama Zoo in Nagoya, crafting each scone with care and quality ingredients. Made with fermented butter and fresh cream, the Rich Plain Scone melts smoothly on the palate. The Earl Grey Cream Scone takes the same base and fills it generously with fresh, aromatic Earl Grey cream.
Artisan Jams & Fine Teas
Maison Perrotte (France) — Available May 20 (Wed) to May 22 (Fri) only
a. Black Fig / b. Orange & Aberfeldy Whisky / c. Griotte Cherry (Obrašinska variety) — each ¥2,592, 210g each, all made in France
Stéphane Perrotte is the only person to hold both the title of Best Confit Maker in France (2014) and World Confit Champion (2015). His jams use beet sugar and minimal pectin, resulting in natural flavors and textures. A selection particularly well suited to scones is on offer at this event.
Pico Tea Edinburgh (UK) — Available May 20 (Wed) to May 22 (Fri) only
a. Whisky Tea "Islay" (leaf) ¥3,672 / 50g / b. Breakfast Blend (leaf) ¥2,700 / 75g / c. Scottish Fudge Tea (leaf) ¥3,564 / 50g — all made in UK
Hand-blended at an atelier in Edinburgh, Pico Tea offers everything from classic teas to modern blends.
a. Whisky Tea "Islay"
Part of a series that captures the character of each Scotch whisky-producing region through tea. "Islay" uses a smoky lapsang souchong base, scented with whisky rather than artificial flavoring (the alcohol content evaporates). It has a mellow, rich aroma with a clean, food-friendly finish.
b. Breakfast Blend
A blend of orthodox-process Assam and CTC-process Assam. Smooth and free of bitterness or astringency, it is enjoyable straight or with a small splash of cold low-fat milk in the Pico Tea style.
c. Scottish Fudge Tea
Created in collaboration with Edinburgh fudge institution The Fudge House, this tea blends Assam leaves with pieces of fudge. Rich yet not overly sweet, it is elegant on its own and develops further complexity with a touch of milk.
Fukuoka Local Favorites
bion (Fukuoka, Mojiko) — Available May 23 (Sat) to May 25 (Mon) only
bion: a. Mascarpone Scone ¥454 / b. Galette ¥432 / c. Carrot Cake ¥648
A confectionery shop along the waterfront in Mojiko, Fukuoka. Using domestic wheat, whole wheat flour, fermented butter, and sugar in a classic recipe, bion adds seasonal produce delivered directly from farms to create baked goods that celebrate the fragrance and flavor of their ingredients.
a. Mascarpone Scone
Egg-free, rich with the mellow creaminess of mascarpone and fresh milk.
b. Galette
A thin, crispy sablé with the aroma of fermented butter and almonds.
c. Carrot Cake
Loaded with carrots from Ataka Farm, this moist cake carries the gentle warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and walnuts.
SUNDAY (Fukuoka) — Available May 20 (Wed) to May 22 (Fri) only
SUNDAY: Anko Butter Sandwich ¥519 [Limited to 30 pieces per day]
A small Fukuoka shop delivering freshly baked scones and seasonal jams, crafting each piece with care and quality ingredients.
Anko Butter Sandwich
A moist scone filled with lightly sweetened anko and Yotsuba salted butter. The interplay of salt and sweetness makes this a standout combination.
On-Site Eat-In Experiences
Language Farm
Devon Cream Tea Set ¥1,485 (1 set)
A set of 2 scones, clotted cream, and jam, so visitors can enjoy cream tea right at the venue. Following the Devon style, clotted cream goes on the scone first. Pair with a tea of your choice.
Teapick
Teapick: a. Specialty Tea Soda ¥601 / b. Specialty Cold Milk Tea ¥660 [Limited to 60 cups per day each]
a. Specialty Tea Soda
A refreshing, lightly sweetened tea soda with a pronounced tea flavor.
b. Specialty Cold Milk Tea
Made with milk delivered directly from a Hokkaido farm and a tea blend specially developed to complement it — an event-exclusive treat from a tea specialist.
Honeycafe Meets
Honeycafe Meets: Fresh Honey Lemonade ¥759 (honey sourced in Japan)
Fresh Honey Lemonade
Made with raw honey from Gifu Prefecture, produced by beekeeper Kentaro Kanemitsu, combined with nothing but lemon — sweet and refreshingly bright. (Note: Should not be given to infants under one year old.)
SNS Campaigns
Iwataya Honten Official X — Follow & Repost Campaign
Period: May 1 (Fri) – May 24 (Sun)
Five winners selected by lottery will receive a torantoroa33 Special Set (valued at approx. ¥5,000).
Bussan-ten by Mitsukoshi Isetan X — Follow & Repost Campaign
Period: May 1 (Fri) – May 24 (Sun)
One winner selected by lottery will receive a Moksha Chai Special Set (valued at approx. ¥30,000).
All prices are tax-included. Event details and entry restrictions are subject to change without notice. Quantities are limited; some items may sell out. Please note that product contents, materials, production locations, ingredient origins, and packaging may change.
