Seasonal Tamba Chestnut Mont Blanc and Pound Cake at Aman Kyoto, Japan

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Seasonal Tamba Chestnut Mont Blanc and Pound Cake at Aman Kyoto, Japan Hotel Dining

Aman Kyoto in Kyoto, Japan, is offering a seasonal Tamba Chestnut Mont Blanc experience for ¥12,000 and a Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake for ¥4,800. Both sweets will be available from October 1 through December 31, 2026, at The Living Pavilion by Aman.

The lineup highlights richly flavored Tamba chestnuts from Kyoto, with the Mont Blanc served from 3 p.m. for a 1.5-hour seating. The Mont Blanc is available in limited quantities each day and requires an advance reservation, while the pound cake is prepared as a take-home seasonal gift.

The ¥12,000 Mont Blanc experience includes original coffee, tea, or herbal tea, plus a Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake to take home. The pound cake alone costs ¥4,800 and has a seven-day shelf life from the production date when stored in a cool, dark place.

About the Seasonal Chestnut Sweets

A luxurious pound cake made with Tamba chestnuts, known as the finest large Japanese chestnuts from Kyoto, generously used in this moist and rich cake. The subtle flavor of chestnuts is maximized within the baked batter, creating a gentle aftertaste that pairs wonderfully with coffee, tea, or carefully brewed green tea. Perfect for a refined tea time at home or as a seasonal gift for loved ones. Available from October 1 to December 31, 2026. Price: ¥4,800 (tax included).
A luxurious pound cake made with Tamba chestnuts, known as the finest large Japanese chestnuts from Kyoto, generously used in this moist and rich cake. The subtle flavor of chestnuts is maximized within the baked batter, creating a gentle aftertaste that pairs wonderfully with coffee, tea, or carefully brewed green tea. Perfect for a refined tea time at home or as a seasonal gift for loved ones. Available from October 1 to December 31, 2026. Price: ¥4,800 (tax included).

Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake

Aman Kyoto’s Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake is made with generously folded Kyoto-grown Tamba chestnuts in a moist, carefully baked cake. It is priced at ¥4,800 and is available from October 1 through December 31, 2026.

Executive Pastry Chef Hiroyuki Matsuo, who trained at luxury hotels in Kansai, has created numerous innovative sweets over more than 40 years, drawing on his solid skills and rich sensibility. He is also dedicated to mentoring the next generation, with many of his students thriving across Japan. Renowned as a confectioner, he has received high praise for his display work and intricate sugar art, earning multiple awards. At Aman Kyoto, the signature afternoon tea features delicate Western-style confections that beautifully reflect the seasons, offering a visually stunning and delightful experience.
Executive Pastry Chef Hiroyuki Matsuo, who trained at luxury hotels in Kansai, has created numerous innovative sweets over more than 40 years, drawing on his solid skills and rich sensibility. He is also dedicated to mentoring the next generation, with many of his students thriving across Japan. Renowned as a confectioner, he has received high praise for his display work and intricate sugar art, earning multiple awards. At Aman Kyoto, the signature afternoon tea features delicate Western-style confections that beautifully reflect the seasons, offering a visually stunning and delightful experience.

Executive Pastry Chef Hiroyuki Matsuo

Executive Pastry Chef Hiroyuki Matsuo has developed sweets for more than 40 years, drawing on experience at luxury hotels in the Kansai region. His work at Aman Kyoto combines refined pastry techniques with seasonal inspiration.

Executive Pastry Chef Hiroyuki Matsuo presents the Mont Blanc as a layered dessert inspired by the autumn garden surrounding Aman Kyoto. The pastry combines freshly piped Tamba chestnut cream with black soybean creme brulee, wasanbon whipped cream, matcha ganache, chestnut mousse, and a hazelnut financier base. A delicate langue de chat decoration and rich chestnut ice cream complete the dessert.

Seasonal Tamba Chestnut Mont Blanc and Pound Cake at Aman Kyoto, Japan
Seasonal Tamba Chestnut Mont Blanc and Pound Cake at Aman Kyoto, Japan

Highlights

  • Six-layer Tamba Chestnut Mont Blanc experience: ¥12,000.
  • Mont Blanc service begins at 3 p.m. and is limited in quantity each day.
  • The Mont Blanc plan includes coffee, tea, or herbal tea and a Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake gift.
  • Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake: ¥4,800, available as a seasonal take-home sweet.
  • The pound cake uses Kyoto-grown Tamba chestnuts and keeps for seven days from production when stored in a cool, dark place.

Menu and Event Details

ItemDetails
NameAman Kyoto Tamba Chestnut Mont Blanc and Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake
Menu / itemsSix-layer Tamba Chestnut Mont Blanc experience; Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake
Release dateOctober 1, 2026
PeriodOctober 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
LocationThe Living Pavilion by Aman, Aman Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
PriceTamba Chestnut Mont Blanc experience: ¥12,000; Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake: ¥4,800
Official websiteMont Blanc reservations
Pound Cake reservations

Before you buy

When can I buy the Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake?
The pound cake is available from October 1 through December 31, 2026, for ¥4,800.
Do I need a reservation for the Tamba Chestnut Mont Blanc?
Yes. The Mont Blanc is available in limited quantities each day and requires a complete advance reservation.
How much is the Tamba Chestnut Mont Blanc experience?
The experience costs ¥12,000 and includes coffee, tea, or herbal tea, as well as a Tamba Chestnut Pound Cake gift.
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