Enjoy an unparalleled hanami experience at the over-100-year-old TAKANAWA KIHINKAN, a venue rich in history and tradition.

Originally built in 1911 as the Takedanomiya Palace, the guest house was renovated in 1972 by renowned Japanese architect Togo Murano and now stands as the Grand Prince Hotel TAKANAWA KIHINKAN.

This event includes a special guided tour of The KIHINKAN, a place rarely open to the public.
*Please note that the guided tour will be held in Japanese.

Reflect on its history, which spans generations, while enjoying a sustainable afternoon tea that envisions a brighter future.
The exclusive menu for this event, crafted by the Hotel’s patissier, features sweets made with locally sourced ingredients from Tokyo, bran flour scones paired with jam made from sustainably selected strawberries, tarts using marmalade peel, and more.

The menu incorporates Seed Paper, known as “Hanasaku Washi,” made from recycled paper with flower seeds embedded.
By soaking the paper overnight and planting it during the spring or autumn planting season, flowers will bloom, and the paper will biodegrade within months.
With commitment to preserving history and tradition, we propose a unique experience connecting guests to a sustainable future.

Enjoy an ethical afternoon tea in an elegant, special space, creating unforgettable spring memories.

Event details

Dates: Tuesday, March 25 and Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Price: ￥16,000 (standard rate)
　　　Seibu Prince Global Rewards (SEIBU PRINCE CLUB) Members: ￥15,000
　　* Reservations are accepted for groups of two or more.
Venue: Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa Kihinkan (KIRI and JAKO Rooms)
Reservation start date: Mid-January 2025

Afternoon tea for a sustainable future

－Menu details

Petit fours
• Bran flour scone with SDG-friendly strawberry jam
• Pudding made with Tokyo-sourced eggs and milk
• Bright red mousse with Tokyo-sourced tomatoes and berries
• Citrus marmalade tart
• Croissant rusk with caramel cream and semi-dried fruits
• Vegan chocolate cake infused with tea aroma
• Cherry blossom and sake kasu cheesecake

Savories
• Foie gras sakura mochi
• Roast beef and cucumber sandwich
• Blue cheese quiche

Allergy information
・Regarding food allergy accommodations at our restaurants and banquet facilities, we are only able to address the following eight allergens: shrimp, crab, walnuts, wheat, buckwheat, eggs, dairy, and peanuts.
Guests who wish for accommodations regarding any of these eight allergens are asked to make a request in advance.
To give top priority to the safety of our guests, we regret we are unable to make accommodations regarding ingredients other than the eight allergens.
・Due to the ingredients used, we cannot accommodate allergies to milk, eggs, or wheat for this afternoon tea.

Other information
・The prices include consumption tax and service charges.
・Images are for illustrative purposes only.
・Please note that the availability of certain ingredients or menu items may change due to supply circumstances.

Menu printed with Seed Paper

Seed Paper® is a 100% recycled paper made from wastepaper with flower and herb seeds embedded.
Each sheet is handcrafted, air-dried, and uses only non-GMO, untreated seeds.
When soaked overnight and planted in soil, the seeds sprout within days, and the paper gradually biodegrades, returning to the earth within a few months.

By using printed materials made from Seed Paper, such as cards, you can share the joy of growing greenery and flowers while sending a message of kindness.
Using flower-blooming paper like Seed Paper is a simple action we can take now for a better future and environment.

The menu book for this event uses Seed Paper.
Please take it home as a memento of your participation and enjoy an experience that connects to the future.

A venue adorned with ice sculptures and ikebana

Enjoy a unique atmosphere at Takanawa, enhanced by a cherry blossom ice sculpture created by the Hotel’s world-champion ice sculptor and traditional ikebana flower arrangements in the Sogetsu style.

KIHINKAN Guest House tour

Join a guided tour of the TAKANAWA KIHINKAN, a venue usually closed to the public.
Explore its long history as an imperial residence.
After registration, our staff will guide you through the guest house to the afternoon tea venue.
*Please note that the guided tour will be held in Japanese.

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