From December 1, 2026 (Tue) to February 28, 2027 (Sun), the Lounge & Bar "Marine Blue" on the 2nd floor of the Yokohama Grand InterContinental Hotel (1-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa) will serve the "Amaou Afternoon Tea," featuring "Amaou," a brand of strawberry from Fukuoka.
Among the many strawberry varieties, "Amaou" is known for its large, beautiful berries and rich sweetness that fills the mouth. The strawberry afternoon tea starting this December brings together sweets made generously with Fukuoka-grown "Amaou" strawberries. Guests can enjoy the strawberries while looking out over the panoramic view of Yokohama Port through the windows.
Every strawberry sweet on the stand uses "Amaou," from a shortcake-style verrine served in a glass to a Paris-Brest, mousse, and tart. The sweet-tart, juicy strawberries are paired with chocolate, condensed milk, fresh cream, and more. A fresh whole strawberry is also included so guests can taste the fruit on its own and enjoy the balance of acidity and sweetness that "Amaou" offers.
The savory plate features three party-style items, including a crab pie and a one-spoon bite of cured ham served with cheese cream containing dried tomato and olives. One dish uses fresh fish delivered directly from Fukuoka's Nagahama Market, with the day's most recommended fish prepared as a savory.
On December 24 (Thu) and December 25 (Fri), 2026, a Christmas version of the "Amaou Afternoon Tea" decorated with holly, reindeer, and more will be served. It comes with one slice of the hotel's specially made stollen, an annual Christmas favorite. This special Christmas afternoon tea is available only on these two days of the year.
Afternoon Tea Contents
Petit Fours
- Amaou Shortcake in a Glass
- Amaou Paris-Brest
- Amaou Mousse
- Chocolate Macaron
- Amaou and Chocolate Crème d'Anjou
- Amaou and Chocolate Tart
- Amaou and Earl Grey Roll Cake
- Fresh Amaou with Condensed Milk
Savory
- Dish Made with Fresh Fish Delivered Directly from Fukuoka's Nagahama Market
- Snow Crab and Mozzarella in a Pie
- Cured Ham and Fromage Composé One-Spoon Bite
Scones
- Amaou Scone
- Plain Scone
*The Christmas version is served with one piece of the hotel's specially made stollen.
"Amaou Afternoon Tea" Overview
- Venue: Lounge & Bar "Marine Blue" (2nd floor)
- Period: December 1 (Tue) – December 23 (Wed), 2026, and December 26 (Sat), 2026 – February 28 (Sun), 2027
- Time: From 12:00 PM (120-minute session)
- Price:
- ¥9,200 (includes one glass of sparkling wine with strawberries & free-flow café with 25 selections)
- ¥8,000 (includes free-flow café with 25 selections)
- Reservations & Inquiries: 045-223-2267 (Restaurant Reservations, 10:00 AM–7:00 PM)
- Website: https://www.icyokohama-grand.com/offer_restaurant/strawberryafternoontea01/
"Amaou Afternoon Tea – Christmas Version" Overview
- Period: December 24 (Thu) and December 25 (Fri), 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM–3:00 PM (last order), 120-minute session
- Price:
- ¥10,000 (includes one Christmas cocktail "Rouge Noël" or one glass of Champagne with strawberries, & free-flow café with 25 selections)
- ¥8,500 (includes free-flow café with 25 selections)
All prices include tax and service charge. Images are for illustrative purposes. Details may change due to circumstances; please check the hotel website for the latest information.
