KIKYO at Karuizawa is launching its Halloween Afternoon Tea for the first time, starting October 1, 2026. This special menu combines the flavors of autumn with Halloween-themed treats in a unique setting.
The selection highlights seasonal ingredients from the Shinshu region, including pumpkin, purple sweet potato, apples, and Nagano Purple grapes, offering a distinct experience compared to other hotel dining options in the area.
The set includes seven sweets such as Pumpkin Mont Blanc, Ghost Canele, Cassis Macaron, Nagano Purple Verrine, Apple Cream Puff, Sour Cherry Chocolate Cake, and Black Sesame Pudding. Savory items include Witch’s Broom with prosciutto and charcoal grissini, Witch’s Forest with Shinshu salmon and beet mousse, and Black Cat’s Mischief charcoal sausage hot dog. The price is ¥6,000 per person (tax included).
About KIKYO Halloween Afternoon Tea
This Halloween-themed afternoon tea features seven sweets inspired by seasonal ingredients and Halloween motifs. The sweets include a pumpkin Mont Blanc shaped like a pumpkin ghost and a cassis canele designed as a ghost. The savory selection uses charcoal and beets to create a visual and flavorful experience reflecting Halloween themes such as witches, forests, and black cats. The purple sweet potato scone is served with a smooth cream topping, showcasing the local produce of Shinshu.
Highlights
- Seven seasonal sweets featuring pumpkin, purple sweet potato, and Nagano Purple grapes
- Three savory items using local ingredients like Shinshu salmon and charcoal-infused grissini
- Available daily from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM throughout October 2026
- Set price: ¥6,000 per person, including service charge and tax
- Offered at the casual dining restaurant “à table” inside KIKYO Karuizawa
Menu and Availability Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | KIKYO Halloween Afternoon Tea |
| Menu / items | Seven sweets: Pumpkin Mont Blanc, Ghost Canele, Nagano Purple Verrine, Sour Cherry Chocolate Cake, Apple Cream Puff, Cassis Macaron, Black Sesame Pudding; Scones: Purple Sweet Potato Scone with Purple Sweet Potato Cream; Savories: Witch’s Broom (prosciutto and charcoal grissini), Witch’s Forest (Shinshu salmon and beet mousse in pani puri), Black Cat’s Mischief (charcoal sausage hot dog with Shinshu mushrooms) |
| Period | October 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026 |
| Location | Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, Japan |
| Stores | KIKYO Casual Dining “à table” |
| Address | 491-5 Karuizawa, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture, Japan |
| Price | ¥6,000 (tax included) |
| Official website | https://www.kyukaruizawa-kikyo.com/plans/restaurants/afternoon/halloweenafternoontea2026 |
Before you buy
- When can I buy the KIKYO Halloween Afternoon Tea?
- It is available from October 1 to October 31, 2026, between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM at KIKYO’s casual dining “à table”.
