Spring in Tokyo means one thing: cherry blossom season. Alongside hanami picnics and pink-lined streets, many hotels and cafes across the city roll out beautifully crafted sakura-themed afternoon tea sets. Combining seasonal ingredients like strawberries and cherry blossoms with elegant presentation, these afternoon tea experiences are perfect for celebrating the arrival of spring.
If you’re looking for a refined way to enjoy the season, here are five sakura afternoon tea experiences in Tokyo for 2026 that are worth adding to your spring plans.
1. Spring Flowers & Strawberry Afternoon Tea at The Grand Ginza
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Located in the stylish Ginza Six complex, The Grand Ginza offers a colorful afternoon tea inspired by strawberries and spring flowers. The set features 12 sweet and savory items, making it a delightful way to welcome the season.
Highlights include treats like strawberry mont blanc and strawberry gratin pie, accompanied by a selection of more than 15 tea and coffee options. The venue is also family-friendly, with high chairs, a dedicated family area, and a nursing room on the same floor, making it convenient for visitors with young children.
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Price: ¥6,300 (about $42)
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Available: January 10 – April 30, 2026
2. Sakura Strawberry Afternoon Tea at Hotel Chinzanso
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At Hotel Chinzanso, spring flavors shine through a beautiful three-tiered afternoon tea tower. Each level features a mix of sweets and savory bites inspired by the cherry blossom season.
The top tier showcases desserts such as cherry blossom tart and strawberry sakura mousse, while the middle tier features freshly baked scones—including a seasonal strawberry version—served with clotted cream. On the bottom tier, guests can enjoy savory treats like classic cucumber-and-ham tea sandwiches.
The experience is complemented by 20 types of black tea, offering plenty of choices to pair with the delicate flavors.
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Price: ¥7,500 (about $50)
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Available: February 6 – April 12, 2026
3. Sakura Afternoon Tea at Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo
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The Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo presents a modern interpretation of sakura afternoon tea during March and April.
Sweet highlights include a matcha roll cake with sakura cream and white chocolate and berry mousse, while the savory selection includes items like mini sliders made with domestic beef.
Tea lovers will appreciate the drink options, which include herbal teas, coffee, and seven varieties of TWG Tea. Strawberry fans can also upgrade their experience with an all-you-can-eat strawberries option for an additional ¥1,500.
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Price: ¥6,400 (about $43)
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Available: March 1 – April 30, 2026
4. Strawberry Sakura Spring Afternoon Tea at Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier
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Perched on the 36th floor of the Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier, this afternoon tea offers impressive views of Tokyo Bay alongside seasonal sweets and savory dishes.
The menu blends strawberries and sakura flavors, beginning with savory bites such as fried gnocchi with broad beans or sea bream carpaccio. The dessert selection includes strawberry rare cheesecake and a delicate sakura roll cake.
Guests can also enjoy free-flowing wine, coffee, and a variety of herbal, craft, and flavored teas, making it one of the more relaxed and value-friendly options on the list.
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Price: ¥4,800 (about $32)
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Available: March 1 – April 30, 2026
5. Sky Flower Viewing Afternoon Tea at Prince Hotel Shinagawa
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For those who want a dramatic view to match their desserts, the Sky Flower Viewing Afternoon Tea at Shinagawa Prince Hotel delivers. Held on the top floor of the hotel, the experience pairs sakura-inspired dishes with a sweeping panorama of Tokyo.
The afternoon tea begins with a matcha-infused welcome drink, followed by savory items like cherry blossom-flavored chicken and sea bream dishes. For dessert, guests can enjoy sakura panna cotta mont blanc topped with strawberries and cherry blossoms.
With its combination of seasonal flavors and city views, this afternoon tea offers a memorable way to celebrate spring in Tokyo.
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Price: ¥6,800 (about $45)
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Available: March 1 – April 15, 2026
Tokyo’s sakura season isn’t just about parks and picnics—afternoon tea has become one of the city’s most elegant ways to enjoy spring. From luxurious hotel lounges to sky-high dining spots, these seasonal menus showcase the delicate flavors of cherry blossoms, strawberries, and matcha.
If you’re planning a spring visit to Tokyo in 2026, these sakura afternoon tea experiences are a perfect way to soak up the beauty and taste of the season.
