Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto offers a special seasonal afternoon tea featuring summer fruits and traditional Japanese sweets from July 4 to August 31, 2026. Set in a serene space surrounded by the lush greenery of Higashiyama, this afternoon tea promises a refreshing taste of Kyoto’s summer.
This limited-time afternoon tea is perfect for visitors seeking to experience authentic Japanese flavors in a tranquil setting. Located in Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama district, the venue combines seasonal ingredients with elegant presentation, making it a delightful way to enjoy the region’s culinary culture during the warm months.
About the Afternoon Tea at Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
The afternoon tea is served on the third floor at the hotel’s Kappo restaurant, Ryozen. It highlights traditional Japanese summer sweets such as kuzumochi ice cream, mizu-yokan jelly, and kujo green onion and black shichimi pepper sablé. The selection includes delicate dishes like melt-in-your-mouth warabi mochi and wasanbon panna cotta topped with red shiso jelly, showcasing the craftsmanship of Japanese cuisine.
Two standout items add a unique touch: a dessert featuring water shield (junsai) and seasonal fruits fragranced with mint and lime, served on a lotus leaf; and a chilled sweet soup made from sweet pearl corn puree, emphasizing sustainability by using non-standard produce.
The savory offerings include Kyoto-style summer dishes such as simmered eggplant with daigo sauce, sesame tofu with savory broth, and colorful plates featuring mountain peach, figs, and edamame. Guests can also enjoy the popular skewered wheat gluten grilled over charcoal at their table, adding a smoky aroma and fluffy texture.
The afternoon tea includes a free-flow drink menu with 35 options, focusing on Kyoto teas like hojicha, Japanese black tea, and sencha. Guests can relax while enjoying views of Higashiyama’s lush greenery.
Highlights
- Seasonal Japanese sweets including warabi mochi, wasanbon panna cotta with red shiso jelly, and kuzumochi ice cream
- Unique desserts such as junsai and seasonal fruit on lotus leaf, and chilled pearl corn sweet soup
- Savory Kyoto summer dishes like simmered eggplant with daigo sauce, sesame tofu, and seasonal vegetable plates
- Charcoal-grilled skewered wheat gluten prepared by guests at the table
- Free-flow drinks with 35 choices, focusing on Kyoto teas
- Price: ¥8,000 (tax and service included)
- Available from July 4 to August 31, 2026, at Kappo Ryozen on the 3rd floor
Menu and Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto Seasonal Afternoon Tea |
| Menu / items | Seasonal Mitsumame (fruit jelly), Warabi Mochi, Wasanbon Panna Cotta with Red Shiso Jelly, Junsai and Seasonal Fruit Dessert, Chilled Pearl Corn Sweet Soup, Mizu-Yokan, Kuzumochi Ice Cream, Kujo Green Onion and Black Shichimi Pepper Sablé; Savory: Simmered Eggplant with Daigo Sauce, Sesame Tofu with Umadashi, Wasabi, Edamame, Corn, Mountain Peach, Prosciutto and Fig, Sweet Potato Simmered in Honey, Thick Omelette, Konjac Simmered with Thunder Sauce, Egg Sandwich; Charcoal-Grilled Skewered Wheat Gluten (3 types) |
| Location | Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto, Kappo Ryozen, 3rd Floor |
| Address | 7 Ryozencho, Seikanji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto |
| Period | July 4, 2026 (Sat) – August 31, 2026 (Mon) |
| Price | ¥8,000 (tax and service included) |
