Summer Afternoon Tea – Forest Serenity – at Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa From June 1

Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa introduces its new summer afternoon tea experience, “Summer Afternoon Tea – Forest Serenity -,” starting June 1, 2026. This special menu celebrates the vibrant flavors of seasonal vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices, offering guests a refreshing and soothing tea time surrounded by the natural beauty of Hakone’s lush forests.

About the Summer Afternoon Tea – Forest Serenity –

Visitors to Japan seeking a serene and elegant break will appreciate this limited-time afternoon tea set, which blends fresh local ingredients with carefully selected herbs and spices. Nestled in the scenic mountain town of Hakone, the resort provides a peaceful retreat just a short trip from Tokyo, making it an ideal spot to unwind and enjoy refined Japanese hospitality during the summer months.

The theme “Forest Serenity” reflects the tranquil atmosphere of Hakone’s verdant forests in early summer. The afternoon tea features dishes colored in soft greens and gentle yellows, inspired by fresh leaves and dappled sunlight. Each item is crafted to evoke the calm and restorative feeling of being in nature, offering a multi-sensory experience that delights both the eyes and palate.

Highlights

• Uses fresh seasonal vegetables like tomatoes, corn, lettuce, and shiso leaves, alongside fruits such as mango, pineapple, and kiwi, for a vibrant and healthy selection.
• Incorporates calming herbs and warming spices such as chamomile, jasmine, cardamom, and cinnamon to add refreshing and soothing flavor notes.
• Beautifully presented in shades of green and yellow, evoking the forest scenery and natural light of Hakone.
• Starter features a sustainable tomato gazpacho with cheese sablé, creatively using tomato skins and seeds without garlic, accented by refreshing lemon from Odawara.
• Two types of scones: whole wheat and corn with granola, served with unique homemade jams—apricot with chamomile and kiwi with pistachio—and clotted cream.
• A three-tiered “Girondelle” set with sweets like pistachio cream puffs, mango and jasmine tea canelé, shiso and matcha cookies, lemon and mint macarons, and a peach parfait, plus savory items including crab salad, BLT sandwiches, and carrot rapé styled as acorns.
• Accompanied by unlimited tea selections from Ronnefeldt, including herbal and black teas, as well as coffee and Japanese tea.

The afternoon tea is served in the resort’s comfortable Living Room lounge from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Prices start at ¥5,200, with an option to add a glass of champagne for ¥6,200 (both prices include tax but exclude service charges). Reservations are recommended as availability is limited.

Summer Afternoon Tea – Forest Serenity – — Menu & Event Details

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