Aman Kyoto invites guests to savor a unique summer dining experience set in its tranquil forest garden. From July 8 to September 15, 2026, visitors can enjoy specially curated lunch and dinner courses that highlight the flavors of Kyoto’s summer using local and seasonal ingredients. Additionally, a summer-themed afternoon tea is available until August 31, offering a refreshing way to enjoy the season.
This seasonal dining event is perfect for travelers seeking a peaceful and elegant culinary journey in Kyoto. The combination of the serene natural surroundings and expertly crafted dishes provides a memorable taste of Japanese summer cuisine, ideal for those exploring the cultural richness of the city during the warmer months.
About Aman Kyoto’s Summer Dining Experience
The summer menu at Aman Kyoto reflects a deep connection to Kyoto’s nature and the resort’s forest garden. The lunch courses come in two options: a five-course Chef’s Recommendation priced at ¥15,000 and a seven-course Tasting Menu at ¥18,000. Both feature seasonal ingredients like charcoal-grilled pike conger eel served with low-temperature cooked Kamo eggplant and a consommé soup that captures the essence of the eel. Another highlight is the charcoal-grilled butterfish paired with a rich fermented butter and tomato sauce. The main course includes Kyoto venison loin grilled over firewood, served with a pepper sauce made using sansho pepper harvested on the Aman Kyoto grounds. The meal concludes with a refreshing dessert of juicy peaches and rice pudding made with goat milk from the Rurikei Yagi Farm.
The dinner course offers eight exquisite dishes for ¥24,000. It begins with marinated horse mackerel paired with fermented watermelon and cucumber, followed by ravioli stuffed with fried eggplant and ricotta cheese, served with a consommé made from steamed Kamigamo tomatoes. The fish course features grilled tilefish with a Manganji pepper sauce, capturing Kyoto’s summer flavors. The main dish is sustainably sourced wagyu beef grilled over firewood, accompanied by herbs picked from the Aman Kyoto gardens and wrapped with chimaki rice dumplings. The dessert finale includes a white almond jelly with Shine Muscat grapes and a jelly made from Tanba wine, providing a cool and elegant finish to the meal.
Highlights
- Lunch courses: 5-course Chef’s Recommendation ¥15,000; 7-course Tasting Menu ¥18,000 (tax included)
- Dinner course: 8-course Omakase Menu ¥24,000 (tax included)
- Seasonal ingredients like charcoal-grilled pike conger eel, butterfish, Kyoto venison, and local vegetables
- Summer afternoon tea featuring Kyoto-grown red shiso soda, savory bites, and sweets inspired by Aman Kyoto’s forest garden
- Afternoon tea price: ¥12,000 with glass of champagne (tax included), available until August 31
Menu & Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Aman Kyoto Summer Dining Experience |
| Menu / items | 5-course Chef’s Recommendation Lunch; 7-course Tasting Lunch; 8-course Omakase Dinner; Summer Afternoon Tea with red shiso soda and seasonal sweets |
| Location | Aman Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan |
| Address | 1 Takagamine Sanzan-cho, Kita-ku, Kyoto |
| Period | July 8, 2026 – September 15, 2026 (Lunch & Dinner courses); July 8, 2026 – August 31, 2026 (Afternoon Tea) |
| Price | Lunch 5-course ¥15,000; Lunch 7-course ¥18,000; Dinner 8-course ¥24,000; Afternoon Tea ¥12,000 (all tax included) |
| Release date | July 8, 2026 |
