Best Sakura Afternoon Teas in Tokyo 2024
In Spring 2024 indulge yourself with the best cherry blossom afternoon tea in Tokyo
Springtime in Japan is eagerly anticipated by many, particularly during cherry blossom season! If you happen to miss the peak bloom, there’s no need to worry. Tokyo offers plenty of ways to enjoy the sakura season, from traditional hanami to lively cherry blossom festivals. But if you’re looking for something special, one of the top activities is indulging yourself in Sakura afternoon tea!
In the past years afternoon tea has become increasingly popular in Tokyo. Many luxury hotels and cafes offer themed teas featuring cherry blossom-inspired treats and drinks. It’s a delicious and unique way to savor the beauty of cherry blossoms.
In this article, I’ll share some of the best spots for Cherry Blossom afternoon tea in Tokyo this Spring 2024. If you’re in Tokyo during this time, treating yourself to this experience is a must! Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy a fancy and delightful cherry blossom afternoon tea and explore the vibrant spring flavors.
ANA Intercontinental Hotel Tokyo
From March 1st to March 31st, 2024, ANA InterContinental Hotel Tokyo is offering a Sakura Afternoon Tea in the Sky. Located on the 36th floor at the MIXX Bar & Lounge, this seasonal offering features a picturesque view paired with a delicious selection of cherry blossom-themed sweets and savory treats. Visitors can enjoy Sakura Rare Cheesecake, Sakura and Ruby Chocolate Panna Cotta, and savory delights like Tuna Cannoli with Sakura Crunch and Crab Éclair.
Sakura Afternoon Tea in the Sky
Period: March 1st to March 31st, 2024 *Excluding Mondays and Tuesdays.
Hours: 14:00–16:00 / 16:30–18:30 (2-hour slots, 2 sessions)
Location: MIXX Bar & Lounge, 36th Floor, ANA InterContinental Hotel Tokyo
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wiUbA61qcDarwddQ8
Price: 8,000 yen (including service charge)
Conrad Tokyo
Conrad Tokyo presents a limited-time afternoon tea set, Sakura Strawberry Afternoon Tea: Spring URARA, available from March 1st to May 6th, 2024 at the 28th-floor bar & lounge, TwentyEight. This unique offering blends Japanese and Western flavors, featuring a variety of sweets and savories infused with seasonal strawberries and cherry blossoms. From the Sakura and Matcha Chocolate Terrine to the Wagyu Beef Miso Stew served in a dorayaki style, guests can savor a diverse selection of culinary pleasures.
Sakura Strawberry Afternoon Tea: Spring URARA
Period: March 1st to May 6th, 2024 *Mon, Public Holiday
Time: Daily from 11:00 to 16:30 (2-hour time limit)
Location: Conrad Tokyo, 28th Floor, Bar & Lounge TwentyEight
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/UaEHYk8Fm5RQ4fyf8
Price:
Standard Afternoon Tea: Weekdays 7,200 yen per person / Weekends and Holidays 7,800 yen per person *Weekends and Holidays, the 13:30 and 14:00 sessions are 8,300 yen per person
Conrad Bear-inclusive Standard Afternoon Tea: 8,700 yen per person
Conrad Bear-inclusive Deluxe Afternoon Tea: 13,000 yen per person
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo
Experience the essence of spring at Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo’s Sakura Afternoon Tea in the tranquil setting of their lobby lounge, Le Jardin from March 1st to April 30th. Indulge in Sakura Butter Sandwich Cookies, delicately shaped to resemble cherry blossoms, and Sakura Mousse, which captures the essence of spring with its light and airy texture. Additionally, guests can enjoy treats like Canelé topped with cherry blossom-flavored strawberry jam, adding a touch of floral sweetness to the experience. Complementing these sweets are a selection of teas and beverages curated to enhance the cherry blossom theme, providing a truly immersive taste of spring.
Sakura Afternoon Tea
Period: March 1st to April 30th, 2024 *By reservation only (until 6:00 PM the day before).
Hours: 12:00 to 17:30 (2-hour slots: 12:00-14:00, 12:30-14:30, 15:00-17:00, 15:30-17:30)
Location: Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, Lobby, Lounge Le Jardin
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/cWhR9hxgvBCs5vpU8
Price:
・ Web reservation 7,500 yen,
・ Phone reservation 8,500 yen
*Service charge not included.
*Reservation starts from January 4th, 2024 (Thursday) 10:00 onwards.
Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo
At Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo, they’re serving up a special treat called Tokyo Sakura Afternoon Tea from March 1st to April 24th, 2024. It’s all about celebrating Tokyo’s cherry blossoms with a mix of pink-colored sweets and savory snacks. Visitors can try the Sakura Panna Cotta, a delicate pink dessert topped with strawberry and sakura jelly, or sample the Strawberry Mousse shaped like strawberries with gray chocolate. For something savory, there’s the Croque Madame with a unique truffle-infused sauce. It’s a charming way to savor the flavors of spring!
Tokyo Sakura Afternoon Tea
Period: March 1st to April 24th, 2024.
Time: 12:00 to 15:30 (3-hour limit)
Location: Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo, 3rd Floor, NAMIKI667
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rEHQMtWHLTJ2Eb869
Price:
Tokyo Sakura Afternoon Tea: 5,280 yen (Includes free drinks)
Mini Afternoon Tea (Weekday only): 4,400 yen (Includes 2 drinks, 2-hour limit)
*Above prices are subject to a 15% service charge.
Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo Marunouchi
From March 1st to April 30th, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi is offering a special spring afternoon tea at The Lounge on the 39th floor. Called Spring Afternoon Tea, it’s like having a cherry blossom viewing experience with its gentle colors and floral sweets. The afternoon tea offers a variety of six sweets, including the Sakura and Fruity Rouge Buttercream Cake and the Yuzu and Hazelnut Praline Mousse, along with five savory options. Special mention to the Somei Yoshino Sakura Cocktail at the Virtu bar, crafted with premium rice shochu and sakura liqueur for a refreshing taste.
Spring Afternoon Tea
Period: From March 1st to April 30th, 2024 (Tuesday)
Hours: 11:30 – 13:30, 14:00 – 16:00/ 16:30 – 18:30
Location: The Lounge, 39th Floor, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xomQt9y2twBXAZr59
Price:
Weekdays: 11:30-13:30 / 14:00 – 16:00: 8,800 yen
Weekdays: 16:30-18:30: 7,800 yen
Weekends and holidays: 9,800 yen
For more info: Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo Marunouchi’s Spring Afternoon Tea