A spring-themed afternoon tea is coming to two restaurants this April. Ristorante Mangiare Iseyama in Yokohama and Omiya Rikyuu Cafe & Restaurant Shikitei in Saitama will be offering "Matcha and Sakura Afternoon Tea with Gion Tsujiri" from April 1 to May 11, 2026. Prices start from ¥4,580 per person, varying by venue.
The afternoon tea changes themes with each season, and this spring's edition centers on the rich, aromatic matcha from Gion Tsujiri, one of Japan's most well-known tea specialists based in Kyoto's Gion district.
Spring Sweets Lineup
The sweets selection was crafted by in-house patissiers to showcase the depth and fragrance of Gion Tsujiri's premium matcha. The lineup includes a matcha verrine layered with matcha sauce, fresh strawberries, and shiratama rice dumplings; a matcha opera cake with multiple layers of traditional matcha; and a matcha tart with a crispy pastry base that balances the tart's richness with a pleasant bitterness.
Complementing the matcha sweets are three spring-inspired treats: a strawberry mousse with a delicate cherry blossom fragrance, a strawberry panna cotta that brings out the creaminess of milk with a fresh strawberry tang, and a hojicha cookie butter sandwich using Gion Tsujiri's hojicha, finished with a cherry blossom-shaped chocolate decoration.
Savory Items
Three savory items round out the stand. A matcha and cauliflower potage blends the bright color of matcha with the natural sweetness of cauliflower. A chicken ham open sandwich gets a textural accent from Nozawana pickles. And a tabouleh salad with matcha couscous is topped with marinated tuna for a savory finish.
Optional Parfait
An optional "Uji Matcha and Strawberry Parfait with Gion Tsujiri" is available as an add-on. The parfait combines Gion Tsujiri's matcha and hojicha, pairing each with carefully chosen ingredients that draw out the character of both teas. It is available in regular and mini sizes.
Full Menu
Sweets
- Matcha Verrine
- Cherry Blossom-Scented Strawberry Mousse
- Matcha Opera
- Hojicha Cookie Butter Sandwich
- Strawberry Panna Cotta
- Matcha Tart
Savory
- Matcha and Cauliflower Potage
- Chicken Ham Open Sandwich with Nozawana Pickles
- Tabouleh Salad with Matcha Couscous and Marinated Tuna
Scone Stand
- Matcha White Chocolate / Plain (with condensed milk)
Tea Selection
- Unlimited tea (Mariage Frères), coffee, and more (90-minute last order)
Options (can be added to the afternoon tea)
- Parfait (from ¥2,600 with coffee)
- Mini Parfait
- French Fries
Plans
- Afternoon Tea with Mini Parfait: from ¥6,500
- Afternoon Tea with Parfait: from ¥7,600
Menu content may change depending on ingredient availability. Prices vary by venue—check the official website for details.
Ristorante Mangiare Iseyama (Yokohama)
- Period: April 1 (Wed) to May 11 (Mon), 2026 (reservation required)
- Price: Weekdays from ¥5,500 / Sat, Sun & Holidays from ¥6,000 (all prices include consumption tax and 15% service charge)
- Hours: Weekdays 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM (last entry 3:00 PM) / Sat, Sun & Holidays 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM (last entry 3:00 PM)
- Address: Iseyama Hills 1F, 58-3 Miyazaki-cho, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 220-0031
- Access: 7-minute walk from JR Sakuragicho Station
- Closed: Tuesdays
- Reservations: https://www.bestbridal.co.jp/restaurant/special/detail-19546/
Omiya Rikyuu Cafe & Restaurant Shikitei (Saitama)
- Period: April 1 (Wed) to May 11 (Mon), 2026 (reservation required)
- Price: 1 person – Weekdays from ¥4,580 / Sat, Sun & Holidays from ¥4,800 (all prices include consumption tax; 15% service charge not included)
- Hours: 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry 3:00 PM)
- Address: Omiya Rikyuu 3F, 1-816-7 Uetakecho, Kita-ku, Saitama City, Saitama 331-0813
- Access: 9-minute walk from JR Toro Station
- Closed: Tuesdays
- Reservations: https://www.bestbridal.co.jp/restaurant/special/detail-19534/
