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A Luxurious Winter Experience: Strawberry Afternoon Tea at Kichijoji Excel Hotel Tokyu

From December 1, 2025, to March 1, 2026, Kichijoji Excel Hotel Tokyu invites you to indulge in a unique and luxurious "Strawberry Afternoon Tea" available at Lounge & Dining SORAE. This special offering combines exquisite strawberry sweets crafted by the hotel’s skilled pastry chefs with fine teas sourced from the renowned Kichijoji-based tea specialty store, Tea Market Gclef.

This exclusive winter tea experience is perfect for celebrating the festive season, including Christmas and New Year. Delight in a variety of strawberry desserts complemented by fragrant teas, creating an unforgettable tea time that warms the heart and soul.

Decadent Sweets

The highlights of the afternoon tea include a stunning glass dessert, the "Strawberry Verrine," featuring layers of strawberry jelly, panna cotta, and a hint of rose jelly. Each bite provides a delightful contrast of sweetness and fragrance that leaves a gentle aftertaste. The "Strawberry Tart" is another star of the menu, layered with chantilly cream and white chocolate, topped generously with juicy strawberries. The perfect blend of sweetness, tartness, and the creamy richness creates an exquisite contrast for the palate.

Other enticing treats include a rich pistachio cupcake and mochi-textured sweets filled with chocolate ganache, expertly designed to enhance the aroma of the accompanying teas.

Savory Treats

Accompanying the sweets are savory dishes that showcase the fresh allure of strawberries. Enjoy a chicken and strawberry salad, a chilled strawberry soup enhanced with white wine vinegar, and a tart with grilled vegetables and cream cheese, expertly balancing the sweet and sour flavors of this delightful fruit. Additionally, you’ll find smoked salmon sandwiches and roasted duck with allspice and honey, perfectly harmonizing with the essence of strawberries. This unique showcase of strawberry’s flavor profile offers a refreshing departure from traditional afternoon tea.

Exquisite Teas

The selection of tea includes seven types from Tea Market Gclef, each chosen to accentuate the flavors of both the sweets and savory dishes.

• - Darjeeling with the Strawberry and Rose Verrine and Strawberry Soup offers a fruity and refreshing aroma that balances each delicate sweetness, creating a lively finish.
• - Assam, paired with the Strawberry Tart and Pistachio Cupcake, wraps the sweetness of cream and chocolate around the strawberry's acidity, perfect for the chilly season.
• - Rose Pekoe, a versatile tea with a gentle floral aroma, complements both sweet and savory dishes, elegantly uniting the richness of duck with the tartness of strawberries.

Tea Market Gclef has long been a beloved tea brand in Kichijoji, renowned for its carefully curated selection of tea leaves from around the world. With both the hotel and the tea shop located in the same area, this collaboration emphasizes Kichijoji as a destination for exceptional tea experiences.

Afternoon Tea Overview

• - Location: Lounge & Dining “SORAE” (2nd floor of Kichijoji Excel Hotel Tokyu)
• - Offer Period: December 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026 (Exclusions: January 1-3, 2026)
• - Service Hours: 14:30 - 17:30 (Last Order 17:00), with a two-hour limit.
• - Exclusive Weekday Offering: 17:30 - 21:30 (Last Order 21:00) for a limited number of servings.
• - Price: ¥6,000 per person (reservation required).

Menu Highlights

Top Tier:

• - Strawberry and Rose Verrine
• - Strawberry Tart

Middle Tier:

• - Strawberry Mousse
• - Mochi Ganache Sandwich
• - Pistachio Cupcake

Bottom Tier:

• - Strawberry and Vegetable Tart
• - Chicken and Strawberry Salad
• - Smoked Salmon Sandwich

Supplementary Items:

• - Roasted Duck with Spices
• - Strawberry Soup

Accompaniments:

• - Plain and Tea Scones
• - Berry Jam
• - Clotted Cream

Beverages: Choose from a variety of teas including Darjeeling, Assam, Keemun, Earl Grey, Classic Chai, Rose Pekoe, Rooibos Classic, and more, all from Tea Market Gclef.

• - Refills are available for your drinks.

Quick Note

Please note that this is a limited offering and reservations are essential to secure your experience. For any allergenic concerns, please inform our staff in advance. Menu items may vary based on ingredient availability.

Access Information

Location: 2-4-14 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino City, Tokyo
Contact: Lounge & Dining "SORAE" at Kichijoji Excel Hotel Tokyu: +81-422-29-3081

Explore More

For more information on Tea Market Gclef, visit: https://www.gclef.co.jp/
Join us this winter for a delightful afternoon filled with strawberry treats and exquisite teas at Kichijoji Excel Hotel Tokyu!