Best Afternoon Tea in Tokyo in Summer 2024
Savor the Summer with the best afternoon teas in Tokyo, with mango and tropical fruits
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Discover the world of Summer Afternoon Tea in Tokyo, featuring the refreshing flavors of mango and tropical fruits.
Summer in Japan is known for being very hot and humid. To avoid potential heat strokes, it’s advisable to take breaks while sightseeing. In Tokyo, afternoon tea has become a popular trend, with hotels and cafes offering limited-time themed teas inspired by the seasons, as cherry blossom-inspired afternoon teas for sakura season, matcha green tea afternoon teas for Spring-Summer or strawberry during Winter. It’s a delicious and unique way to enjoy the the flavors of Japan.
For Summer 2024, you can indulge in the flavors of summer with afternoon teas that feature mango, melon, peach and others tropical fruits! A delightful escape from the heat. From elegant hotels to cozy cafes, Tokyo offers various places to enjoy this special experience. Explore Tokyo’s top spots for Summer Afternoon Tea in 2024 in this article.
The Peninsula Tokyo
Visitors can savor the flavors of summer at The Peninsula Tokyo‘s Mango Afternoon Tea. With a vibrant selection of sweets, including mango pudding and gradient pound cake, paired with savory delights like foie gras brioche toast and smoked salmon sandwiches this tropical-inspired treat promise an unique experience. In addition, moist scones are served with clotted cream and mango jam.
Mango Afternoon Tea
Period: May 1st to June 30th
Hours: 11:30 to 18:00 (last order 18:00)
Location: The Peninsula Tokyo 1F “The Lobby”
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KpVNXAUT8sv4xUNb6
Price: 9,000 yen (includes one original cocktail or mocktail)
Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi
At the Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi, try the Green Garden Afternoon Tea featuring fresh green ingredients like seasonal melons, green asparagus, and pistachios. Don’t miss the highlight: a tart for melon lovers, with bite-sized cubes of Andes melon paired with almond cream. Additionally, the savory offerings are adorned in refreshing green colors.
Green Garden Afternoon Tea
Period: May 1st to June 30th, 2024
Hours: 11:30 to 13:30/ 14:00 to 16:00/ 16:30 to 18:30
Location: The Lounge, 39th floor, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Wr7TbuTKVuteKgka9
Price:
Weekdays: 8,800 yen (7,800 for the season 16:30-18:30)
Weekends & Holidays: 9,800 yen
*Weekends & Holidays include a pairing with select premium Japanese teas.
Shangri-La Tokyo
Shangri-La Tokyo offers the ideal treat for early summer with their Botanical Garden Afternoon Tea. One highlight is the Asian-inspired Mango Pandan Cake, boasting a vibrant green sponge crafted from the sweet pandan leaf, often dubbed the “vanilla of the East.” Additionally, you can enjoy the adorable Lemon Tart adorned with baked meringue flowers and the seasonal Melon Panna Cotta, all served up in a delightful array of visually stunning sweets.
Botanical Garden Afternoon Tea
Period: May 1st to June 30th
Hours: 14:30 to 17:30 on Weekdays, 13:00 to 17:30 on Weekends
Location: 28th Floor Lounge & Bar “The Lobby Lounge” at Shangri-La Hotel
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/npXN8kxytD5vWv3U6
Price: 7,480 per person
Tokyo Marriott Hotel
Tokyo Marriott Hotel presents its Mellow Melon Afternoon Tea, featuring a delightful selection of sweets crafted with two exquisite melon varieties: the Chiba Aqua Melon and the premium red-fleshed Arusverossa. Indulge in treats like the Mini Parfait with a luscious melon smoothie base and the Choux Cream adorned with melon cream and two types of fresh melons. With a total of eight delectable sweets, each bite promises to capture the rich essence of melon.
Mellow Melon Afternoon Tea
Period: May 1st to June 30th
Hours: 13:00 and 15:30
Location: Tokyo Marriott Hotel’s Lounge & Dining G
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Bq69E2dDEj9Wi7ot6
Price: 7,500 yen
*Reservations for 2 or more guests are required at least 2 days in advance.
Tokyo Marriott Hotel also introduces the Vegan Afternoon Tea -Summer-, featuring seasonal fruit-themed treats for summer 2024. Don’t miss the standout Layered Tropical Fruit Parfait, featuring layers of pineapple, mango, and passion fruit, beautifully stacked for a colorful treat and the visually appealing sweets like the Salted Koji Lemon Muffin. Savory options includes such as the saffron-infused Vegan Meat Gratin and the “Hummus and Papaya Colorful Salad Tart.”
Vegan Afternoon Tea -Summer-
Period: June 1st to August 31st
Hours: 13:00 and 15:30
Location: Tokyo Marriott Hotel’s Lounge & Dining G
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Bq69E2dDEj9Wi7ot6
Price: 8,700 yen
*Reservations for 2 or more guests are required at least 2 days in advance.
Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi
Visitors can experience a tropical getaway without leaving Tokyo with the Aloha Afternoon Tea at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi. Dive into a colorful selection of sweets crafted with tropical fruits, evoking the essence of Hawaii. Don’t miss the highlight: the Passion Fruit & Banana Mousse, a delightful layered cake combining creamy banana mousse with tangy passion fruit jelly.
Aloha Afternoon Tea
Period: June 1st to August 31st
Hours: 11:30 to 18:00 (last order)
Location: 7th Floor, Maison Marunouchi, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xomQt9y2twBXAZr59
Price:
Weekdays: 7,600 yen
Weekends: 8,800 yen