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Explore the Essence of Japanese Culture with Afternoon Tea

From October 1 to November 30, 2026, the Tokyo Prince Hotel will offer a special limited-time afternoon tea experience, titled "Japanese Afternoon Tea - Autumn Delights from Minamoto Kitchoan". This unique collaboration takes place at the restaurant "Washoku Shimizu" and promises to immerse guests in the captivating world of traditional Japanese sweets.

Minamoto Kitchoan, established in 1946, has a rich history of promoting Japanese culture through the art of wagashi, which are traditional Japanese confections. The brand is renowned for its dedication to quality and innovation, continuously adapting its offerings to meet the evolving tastes of its patrons. Their sweets range from timeless classics to seasonal delights crafted with the freshest fruits, reflecting the changing seasons of Japan.

Japanese cuisine, recognized as an integral part of Japan's cultural heritage, emphasizes the importance of natural ingredients. "Washoku Shimizu" embraces this philosophy by providing dishes that showcase the pure flavors of seasonal ingredients. During this autumn season, guests will have the opportunity to savor the delicate and vibrant flavors of both wagashi and washoku, further enhancing their dining experience.

The afternoon tea menu includes a visually stunning selection of dishes, starting with an appetizer that features an array of colorful ingredients, including:

• - Grilled ginkgo nuts with crab crackers
• - Fresh yuba topped with caviar and wasabi, drizzled with a flavorful dashi sauce
• - Salmon marinated with seasonal vegetables
• - Grilled tai with yuzu flavor
• - Domestic beef steak with grilled vegetables
• - Chilled greens with kombu seaweed

For the main course, the whimsical bite-sized temari sushi provides a playful touch to the meal, featuring:

• - Ikura (salmon roe) sushi
• - White fish sushi
• - Tuna
• - Striped horse mackerel
• - Tamago (egg) sushi

Desserts play a significant role in this afternoon tea experience, highlighting Minamoto Kitchoan's seasonal offerings alongside creations from the hotel's pastry chefs. The sweet treats include:

• - Goma (black sesame) dumpling with a rich chestnut flavor
• - Shiroan oyaki, a classic sweet with smooth white bean paste wrapped in slightly sweet dough
• - Ikigami (dried persimmon) infused candy with smooth white bean paste, celebrating the natural sweetness of fruits
• - Persimmon panna cotta with a refreshing lemon gel on top
• - Chestnut tiramisu, incorporating Minamoto Kitchoan's steamed chestnut cake enveloped in a chewy rice cake with matcha powder on top
• - An assortment of seasonal fruits

To complement these exquisite sweets, guests can enjoy a selection of 12 beverages, including:

• - Ureshino tea (HARUHI) from Saga Prefecture, crafted exclusively for the Tokyo Prince Hotel
• - Karami hoji-cha, a roasted green tea that enhances the sweetness of desserts
• - Free-flowing options like lemon green tea, non-alcoholic sangria, and coffee (hot/iced)

This afternoon tea offer is limited to 10 sets per day, so guests are encouraged to make reservations in advance. Each experience is priced at ¥6,800 per person, inclusive of tax, and guests can enjoy a two-hour time limit to savor this delightful culinary experience.

For reservations or inquiries, guests can reach out to the restaurant's booking line at 03-3432-1140 (available from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.). To fully indulge in a serene moment amid exquisite Japanese flavors while overlooking the beautiful autumn scenery, the "Japanese Afternoon Tea - Autumn Delicacies from Minamoto Kitchoan" at Tokyo Prince Hotel promises a memorable experience.

For more information, visit the hotel's official website here.