Best Bridal is offering a free special “Otsukimi Afternoon Tea with Gion Tsujiri” at six venues across Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, and Osaka from September 14 to November 3, 2026.
This offer is designed for guests who want to enjoy a refined Japanese and autumn-inspired afternoon tea experience without needing to book far in advance.
About the Otsukimi Afternoon Tea with Gion Tsujiri
The menu features six themed sweets inspired by the full moon and rabbits, including hojicha mousse with marshmallow rabbits, purple sweet potato macarons, and a hojicha and Japanese chestnut verrine. Savory dishes include truffle pumpkin potage, marinated domestic chicken with mushrooms, and salmon ricotta bruschetta. Various plans are available, including options with a special Otsukimi burger or parfait, priced from ¥5,044 to ¥8,400 (tax and service included).
This autumn-themed afternoon tea celebrates the traditional moon-viewing festival with high-quality teas from Kyoto’s historic Gion Tsujiri brand. The sweets and savory items incorporate seasonal ingredients such as Japanese chestnuts, purple sweet potatoes, and truffle accents. The special Otsukimi burger features truffle-flavored sauce, avocado mayo, cheese, and a fried egg on a fluffy bun. Select locations offer various plans including tea selections from the French brand Mariage Frères.
Highlights
- Available at six venues in Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, and Osaka on select dates from September 14 to November 3, 2026.
- Menu includes six themed sweets, three savory dishes, scones with fig jam, and special drinks like matcha lemonade and matcha latte.
- Multiple pricing plans ranging from ¥5,044 to ¥8,400 (tax and service included), with options featuring an Otsukimi burger or parfait.
- Tea selections include unlimited servings from Mariage Frères and soft drinks.
Strings Hotel — Menu and Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Otsukimi Afternoon Tea with Gion Tsujiri |
| Menu / items | Desserts: Hojicha and Japanese chestnut verrine, purple sweet potato macaron, Sanpo dango (mugwort and white bean paste dumplings), hojicha mousse with rabbit marshmallow, baked cheesecake, matcha mousse. Savory: truffle pumpkin potage, marinated domestic chicken with mushrooms and walnuts, salmon and ricotta bruschetta with Japanese tapenade. Scones (milk and matcha & white chocolate) with fig jam. Special drinks: matcha lemonade, matcha latte. Special parfait: hojicha and grape mille-feuille parfait. Otsukimi burger with truffle-flavored sauce. Pasta: salmon and mushroom cream tagliatelle. |
| Period | September 14, 2026 – November 3, 2026 (select dates per venue) |
| Location | Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka |
| Stores | Aoyama St. Grace Cathedral, Shirokane Guest House Art Grace Club (Tokyo), Iseyama Hills (Yokohama), Strings Hotel Nagoya New York Lounge & Gramercy Suite (Nagoya), St. Grace Villa (Osaka) |
| Price | Standard Plan: ¥5,044–¥6,300; Tea Selection Plan: ¥5,400–¥6,800; Pasta Lunch Plan: ¥7,500–¥8,000; Otsukimi Burger Plan: ¥7,790–¥8,290; Parfait Plan: ¥7,900–¥8,400; Special Drink Plan: ¥7,000–¥7,500; Weekday Limited 10 servings: Truffle Otsukimi Burger & Parfait & 1 pot ¥5,800 (all tax and service included) |
| Official website | https://www.bestbridal.co.jp/guestparty/event_theme/2026event_theme-13/ |
Before you buy
- When can I buy the Otsukimi Afternoon Tea with Gion Tsujiri?
- It is available on select dates between September 14 and November 3, 2026, depending on the venue.
