Afternoon Tea Destinations for Kimono Lovers
Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka — 5 Seasonal Selections

Photo: “Falling for Autumn Sweets” at Conrad Osaka

As the scent of kinmokusei drifts through the crisp autumn air, an afternoon tea enjoyed in kimono becomes a quiet celebration of the season itself. Each sip of tea and each delicate sweet reflects the subtle shift of light and color that marks Japan’s autumn. From chestnut and matcha to grape-themed menus, to serene hotel lounges overlooking gardens in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka—these five seasonal selections invite you to savor the art of slowing down.

🍂 The Charm of Autumn Kimono Moments

There is a quiet depth to tea enjoyed while watching the autumn leaves, a calm that differs from summer’s brightness. As the season turns, so too does the wardrobe—from light cotton yukata to the soft elegance of tsumugi and komon. To spend an afternoon wrapped in silk, bathed in gentle autumn light, is to experience a kind of ritual: one that soothes the heart and allows beauty to be felt through every sense.

⚪️ Afternoon Tea in Osaka

　Conrad Osaka
　Falling for Autumn Sweets

Immersed in the culture of British afternoon tea, the “Falling for Autumn Sweets” English Afternoon Tea at 40 Sky Bar & Lounge invites guests to savor the flavors of the season from 200 meters above the city. Presented on a stand inspired by the Union Jack, the menu features an elegant harmony of autumn fruits and traditional British confections — including the Chestnut Trifle made with Japanese chestnuts from Kumamoto, the classic Victoria Cake, and Ribbon, a sweet layered with lemon jelly and chestnut cream encased in white chocolate.
The savory selection brings together British tradition and Japanese creativity: Roast Beef Sliders, Spiced Butter with Awaji Lemon, and Cucumber Sandwiches with a touch of caviar. Bathed in the amber light of autumn, guests can enjoy the fragrance of TWG Tea while gazing at the panoramic skyline — a moment that feels like a graceful performance upon a quiet stage.
Those who arrive wearing a ribbon or a touch of the Union Jack will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. For those visiting in kimono, the afternoon unfolds as a fusion of Japanese refinement and British charm — a uniquely elegant way to celebrate the season.

●Information●
Venue: 40 Sky Bar & Lounge, Conrad Osaka (40F)
Address: 3-2-4 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka
Dates: October 14 (Tue) – December 17 (Wed), 2025
Price: from ¥8,000 (tax and service charge included)
Hours: 11:00–20:00 (last order 18:00, 2-hour seating)
Reservation:via websiteor +81-6-6222-0111 (main line)

⚪️ Afternoon Tea in Kyoto

　The Westin Miyako Kyoto
　Meissen Collaboration
Afternoon Tea

Celebrating over three centuries of European porcelain artistry, the Meissen Collaboration Afternoon Tea at The Westin Miyako Kyoto unites German craftsmanship with Kyoto’s quiet sophistication. The pure white porcelain embossed with Meissen’s iconic crossed swords, and the delicate Royal Blossom series—originally created for a queen—gracefully elevate each confection into a work of art.
This autumn, the menu centers on apples — from the shimmering Apple Jelly and charming Apple Mousse to the rich Apple Käsekuchen. Traditional German pastries bring a touch of European nostalgia, including Frankfurter Kranz, Erdbeer Torte, and Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte-style Crêpe. Savories highlight the season’s depth of flavor: Smoked Salmon with Caviar, Roast Beef Open Sandwich, and Mushroom Bordelaise Tartlet. The separate Mont Blanc Parfait—a luxurious harmony of raspberry, chocolate, and chestnut cream—completes this elegant course.
As you lift a cup painted in Meissen Blue beneath the soft autumn light, the afternoon unfolds like a serene invitation to a German court, quietly reimagined in Kyoto. For guests in kimono, it is an exquisite encounter between two heritages of grace—European refinement and Japanese beauty.

●Information●
Venue: Tea Lounge Mayfair, 2F, The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Address: 1 Awataguchi Kachocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
Dates: November 1 (Sat) – November 30 (Sun), 2025
Price: ¥8,000 (tax & service included) / Meissen Rose Edition ¥10,000
Hours: 11:30 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 (2-hour seating)
Reservation:via websiteor +81-75-771-7158 (Restaurant Reservations)

　Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto
Autumn Afternoon Tea Set

Just a short stroll from Kyoto Station, the Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto invites guests to savor the season’s delights with its Autumn Afternoon Tea Set, celebrating Japan’s beloved trio of autumn flavors — sweet potato, chestnut, and pumpkin. Eight exquisite sweets unfold like a gift box waiting to be opened, while nine elegant savories are presented on plates crafted from Kitayama cedar, evoking the quiet refinement of Kyoto’s traditional beauty.
The sweets selection includes Chestnut Mont Blanc, Pumpkin Rare Cheesecake, Purple Sweet Potato Pie, and Chocolate Daifuku with Chestnut, creating a festive harmony of autumn colors and textures. Savories capture the essence of the harvest season, highlighting Kyoto’s seasonal vegetables in delicate compositions. Playful additions such as the Roasted Sweet Potato and Apple Parfait and Harvest Promenade—a dessert that layers the three signature ingredients in perfect balance—add a sense of wonder to the experience.
Against the soft gleam of Kitayama cedar and golden-rimmed teaware, the gentle tones of sweet potato, chestnut, and pumpkin create a poetic tableau of autumn. Wearing a Tsumugi or Komon kimono, one becomes part of Kyoto’s seasonal scenery itself, as light glimmers softly across the silk. Limited to just ten servings per day, this afternoon tea offers a moment of quiet luxury to be savored slowly.

●Information●
Venue: Lounge (inside All Day Dining Kaza, 1F), Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto
Address: 1 Taimatsu-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto
Dates: November 1 (Sat) – November 30 (Sun), 2025
Price: ¥6,325 (tax & service included) ※Limited to 10 servings per day, includes aperitif and free drinks
Hours: 10:00–21:00 (last order for afternoon tea 17:00, 120-minute seating)
Reservation: +81-75-361-9226 (direct)

⚪️ Afternoon Tea in Tokyo

　Grand Hyatt Tokyo
　Autumn Harvest Afternoon Tea

n the heart of Roppongi Hills, Grand Hyatt Tokyo welcomes guests to its Autumn Harvest Afternoon Tea, a celebration of the season’s bounty — chestnuts, pumpkins, and pears — at the elegant French Kitchen. Like an “autumn harvest festival,” each delicacy is infused with the warmth and fragrance of the season, transforming tea time into a sensory journey.
The sweets selection features the Mont Blanc Cream Puff filled with rich Japanese chestnut cream, Caramel Poire with sautéed pear and caramel mousse, the soft Pumpkin Roll Cake, and the Tartelette Tatin, a baked apple tart with a crisp texture and gentle sweetness. Savories bring the flavors of fall vegetables to life: a Pumpkin Mini Burger, Gobo and Sweet Potato Quiche, Mushroom Vol-au-vent, and Eggplant Tartine. Freshly baked Plain and Pumpkin Scones are served with clotted cream and apple jam for the perfect finish.
As the aroma of tea and cappuccino fills the air, guests can gaze upon Tokyo’s autumn sky and enjoy an afternoon of quiet refinement. For those visiting in kimono, this tea offers a chance to blend the warmth of silk with the city’s golden light—where vermilion and mustard-hued obi glimmer gently against the window, painting an elegant scene of urban autumn.

●Information●
Venue: The French Kitchen, Grand Hyatt Tokyo
Address: 6-10-3 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Dates: November 1 (Sat) – November 30 (Sun), 2025
Price: ¥7,150 (plus 15% service charge) / with glass of champagne ¥8,800
Hours: 15:00–17:00 (last entry 15:30) ※Weekdays: 2-hour seating / Weekends & holidays: 90 minutes
Reservation:via official website

　Hotel New Otani Tokyo
　Chestnut & Grape Afternoon Tea Set

At The Garden Lounge overlooking a Japanese garden that has endured for over four centuries, Hotel New Otani Tokyo presents its Chestnut & Grape Afternoon Tea Set. Inspired by the season’s rich harvest, the three-tier stand showcases signature creations from the renowned Patisserie SATSUKI, including the celebrated Super Mont Blanc and Grape Shortcake, alongside a Rum Raisin Sandwich scented with aged liquor and a refreshing Iwate Yogurt and Grape Jelly.
The middle tier highlights sweets that blend Western craftsmanship with Japanese sensibility—Chestnut Tart layered with black syrup bean paste and yokan jelly, the tender Honey Castella made with Tokushima wasanbon and Nagasaki mikan honey, and the creamy Chestnut Pudding crafted from Jersey milk.
On the lower tier, fruit-filled Seasonal Fruit Sandwiches and Marron Scones pair beautifully with a fragrant cup of tea, offering a serene interlude in the heart of the city.
As autumn leaves glow beyond the wide windows, you gently adjust your kimono hem and lift the teacup to your lips. The rustle of silk mingles with the stillness of this Edo-born garden, and for a fleeting moment, even the scent of the passing season feels like a quiet poem steeped in tea.

●Information●
Venue: Tea & Cocktail Garden Lounge, Hotel New Otani Tokyo (Garden Tower Lobby Floor)
Address: 4-1 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Dates: September 1 (Mon) – November 30 (Sun), 2025
Price: ¥8,200 (plus tax & service charge)
Hours: 15:15 / 15:45 / 16:15 (2-hour seating)
Reservation:via official websiteor +81-3-5226-0246 (direct)

👘 In the soft steam of tea and the rustle of silk sleeves, autumn reveals itself in quiet grace.To savor the fleeting beauty of the season is to live this moment with care—an afternoon tea that holds transience like a tender poem.

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This article was edited and composed based on information published on PR TIMES.