Restaurant Ricomonte, located on the 15th floor of Toyama Excel Hotel Tokyu in Toyama City, will serve a seasonal "Mango & Melon Bloom Afternoon Tea" from April 1 (Wednesday) to June 30 (Tuesday), 2026. The menu makes generous use of edible flowers—known as "Bishokuka"—produced by Flowonderful Chikkaen, a flower-growing farm based in Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture. The colorful blooms are not only a visual treat but are meant to be enjoyed as part of the food experience.
An Afternoon Tea That Blooms with Every Bite
As spring shifts toward early summer and the fragrance of sweet blossoms fills the air, ripe seasonal fruits take center stage. The dim sum, served in a steamer basket, is designed to complement the natural sweetness of the fruits. The overall menu draws on Asian influences to create a light and refreshing afternoon tea experience.
Welcome Drink: "Jardin de Fleurs" (French for "Garden of Flowers")
A non-alcoholic cocktail where the rich aroma of mango is lifted by sparkling water. Guests can choose their preferred edible flowers, which staff will then arrange tableside—adding a fun and interactive element to the experience.
Stand Upper Tier
The upper tier of the tea stand is filled with colorful sweets reflecting the transition from spring to early summer. Highlights include a mango roll cake decorated with a honeybee motif—a nod to the sweet nectar of the season—and an adorably shaped melon macaron. Each piece reflects the skill and playfulness of the pastry chef.
Stand Middle Tier
The middle tier features four sweets with varied textures. The mango and melon tart layers crisp, moist pastry with juicy fruit for a blissful combination. A silky mango pudding delivers a burst of fresh sweetness with every spoonful.
Stand Lower Tier
The third tier rounds out the spread with hearty and savory options. A melon and mango maritozzo is boldly decorated with edible flowers for a striking presentation. The lineup also includes prosciutto melon, jasmine-scented scones, and mango lemon marinade—an assortment that adds variety and contrast to the tea course.
Two Asian-Inspired Side Dishes
Mango and Melon Compote with Sesame Dumplings, Vanilla Ice Cream, and Wildflower Honey
Clean vanilla ice cream, the sweet fragrance of fruit, the mild richness of wildflower honey, and the toasty aroma of sesame dumplings come together in a single dish. The wildflower honey is made from the nectar of many different blossoms, giving it a complex and aromatic flavor.
Dim Sum Platter
Presented in a bamboo steamer, the platter features three types of dim sum: jade dumplings, xiao long bao, and shrimp dumplings. The rising steam carries an inviting aroma that gently complements the sweetness of the fruit dishes.
About Flowonderful Chikkaen
Flowonderful Chikkaen is a flower farm in Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture. They grow nutritious edible flowers without chemical fertilizers and ship them year-round.
Event Details
Mango & Melon Bloom Afternoon Tea
- Venue: Toyama Excel Hotel Tokyu, 15F Restaurant "Ricomonte"
- Period: April 1 (Wednesday) to June 30 (Tuesday), 2026 (Closed every Monday; open on public holidays)
- Hours: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM (Last order: 2:00 PM)
- Price: Weekdays ¥5,000 per person / Weekends & Public Holidays ¥5,500 per person
(Service charge 12% and consumption tax 10% included) - Reservations: Required by 3:00 PM the previous day; minimum 2 guests
Menu Highlights:
Upper Tier: Melon glass parfait, frozen mango with melon and flower jelly, mango roll cake, melon macaron, mango kohakuto, melon kohakuto
Middle Tier: Mango pudding, mango gateau, mango and melon tart, mango pâte de fruit, melon pâte de fruit
Lower Tier: Melon and mango maritozzo, prosciutto melon, mango and jasmine scone, mango lemon marinade
Side Dishes: Mango and melon compote with sesame dumplings and vanilla ice cream with wildflower honey; dim sum platter (jade dumplings, xiao long bao, shrimp dumplings)
Welcome Drink: Jardin de Fleurs (non-alcoholic cocktail)
Beverages: Jasmine tea, honey-scented black tea, Dilmah (Sri Lanka) black tea, coffee, café au lait (Refills available for tea, coffee, and café au lait)
Restaurant Ricomonte takes its name from the Italian for "rich mountain"—a reference to "Toyama." Situated on the hotel's top floor, it offers panoramic views of the Tateyama mountain range on clear days and the city lights of Toyama at night.
Reservations and inquiries: Tel. 076-441-0015 (Restaurant direct line)
Note: Some menu items contain honey and should not be given to infants under one year of age. Menus are subject to change due to ingredient availability. Please inform staff of any food allergies.
