At Riverside Café MUNI, where privileged seats overlook the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge and the serene
Katsura River, we are delighted to present the “Riverside Afternoon Tea – Le Printemps –”, an experience that invites you to savor the arrival of spring with all five senses. This seasonal offering will be available for a limited time from March 20 through May 6, 2026. Advance reservations are required.
Infused with the delicate fragrance of sakura and the fresh, sweet-tart vibrancy of strawberries, this springtime afternoon tea in full bloom presents an exquisite selection of pastries. Each creation reinterprets traditional French confections, artfully reimagined with a subtle touch of Japanese sensibility.
Highlights include the “Sakura and Cassis Mont Blanc,” richly perfumed with the fragrance of cherry blossoms; the “Strawberry Shira-ae,” pairing the nutty depth of sesame and cream cheese with the bright acidity of fresh strawberries; and the delicately crisp “Strawberry Chausson,” crafted in a design reminiscent of a woven bamboo basket. These six sweets are elegantly presented on a tiered tea stand.
The savory selection features four playful creations, including a “Omi Beef & Strawberry Gua Bao,” as well as “Sakura Sea Bream & Strawberry Marinade,” bringing together seasonal flavors in harmonious balance.
To conclude, a refreshing coupe glacée showcasing fresh mint sorbet takes center stage, completing a refined assortment of twelve exquisite creations.
We invite you to indulge in the spring-limited “Riverside Afternoon Tea – Le Printemps –,” an experience to be savored through its beauty, fragrance, and lingering notes, all set against the breathtaking spring scenery of Arashiyama.
Riverside Afternoon Tea ~le Printemps~
| Dates | From Friday, March 20 to Wednesday, May 6, 2026 |
| Hours | Start from 11:30 am or 1:00 pm *120-minute seating limit / Last drink orders 30 minutes before closing |
| Price | JPY 9,680 per person *The above price includes consumption tax and service charge. |
| Menu | Welcome Drink – Strawberry & Hibiscus Spring Mocktail Sweets – Sakura & Cassis Mont Blanc – Strawberry Chausson – Strawberry Shira-ae – Strawberry & Grapefruit Pavlova – Pistachio & Griotte Cherry Cake – Griotte Cherry Saint-Honoré Savory – Omi Beef & Strawberry Gua Bao – Sakura Sea Bream & Strawberry Marinade – Spring Vegetable & Strawberry Sablé – Kyoto Duck Fresh Spring Roll Others – Warm Brioche with Sakura Shrimp & Comté Cheese – Strawberry Coupe with Fresh Mint Sorbet Drink Black tea / Japanese black tea (Wakōcha) / Japanese tea Herbal tea / Coffee |
Terms & Conditions
- The price includes consumption tax and service charge.
- The menu may change without prior notice.
- Photo is for illustrative purposes only
- Reservations are required by 6:00 p.m. on the day prior.