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Enjoy Kyoto afternoon tea at EMBA KYOTO GRILL, featuring seasonally inspired savouries and elegant sweets crafted by our pastry chef – all served in a alongside views of our 800-year-old pond garden that transforms with season.

Hours

First seating
12:00 noon – 2:00 PM Last order at 1:30 pm
Second seating
12:30 pm – 2:30 PM Last order at 2:00 pm
Third seating
2:30 pm – 4:30 pm Last order at 4:00 pm
Fourth seating
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Last order at 4:30 pm

Menu

Afternoon Tea

Signature Dishes

  • Strawberry Rose Tart

    Fresh strawberries are added atop a tart of chocolate almond cream, then accented with a sculpted chocolate rose for an elegant, refined finish.

  • Fraisier

    A light almond and vanilla–infused sponge envelops buttercream and bright strawberries. This miniature shortcake captures the essence of the season in a jewel-like form.

  • Chocolate Tart

    Crafted with a cacao-rich sablé and layered with two expressions of Valrhona dark chocolate, this tart delivers a sophisticated flavour profile. Hazelnuts add a subtle crunch for elevated indulgence.

  • Roasted Aubergine Tart

    Delicate roses of pickled purple radish crown this tart, while aubergine purée adds a layer of elegance.

  • White Miso Vichyssoise

    This French-style chilled soup is infused with the essence of Kyoto. The mellow flavour of white miso unfolds delicately with each sip.

  • Brown Sugar–Glazed Pork Belly

    House-glazed pork belly with brown sugar meets freshly baked ciabatta, creating a sophisticated reinterpretation of the traditional Christmas classic.

Meet the team

Yoshihide Hamamoto

Executive Pastry Chef
After graduating from the Ecole Supérieure de Pâtisserie Tsuji, Executive Pastry Chef Yoshihide Hamamoto honed his skills at restaurants in Osaka and Nagoya before joining Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi. In 2007, he expanded his career internationally at Four Seasons in Beverly Hills, eventually returning to Marunouchi to rise to the role of Pastry Chef. His next move took him to Four Seasons Hotel Singapore as Executive Pastry Chef, before leading the pastry team at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto until 2021. Now, back in Kyoto, he is ready to explore additional avenues for creativity.

“Japan’s exceptional fruit variety, with its unique sweetness, sourness, and texture, inspires my pastries, telling the story of the country’s natural abundance.”

Highlights

  • Looking down from soaring ceilings over Brasserie restaurant dining room, wood wall with lights
    An Elegant Lounge Overlooking an 800-Year-Old Pond Garden

    Leisurely afternoon tea at EMBA KYOTO GRILL is complemented by views of our 800-year-old pond garden. Savour an array of sweets and savouries in a serene setting that blends nature’s timeless charm with elegant comfort.

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  • Afternoon Tea on the Terrace

    Surrounded by fresh air and scenic views, a selection of sweets and savouries can be served on the terrace. Terrace seating fees may apply.

Events

Festive Afternoon Tea
Available through December 25, 12:00 noon, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm (120-minute seating with 90 minutes of free flow)
Savour an array of Christmas afternoon tea delights. Starring ripe strawberries and fragrant roses, this festive ensemble includes treats like classic fraisier, strawberry rose mousse and stollen-inspired scones. The elegant savouries merge French culinary artistry with Kyoto’s seasonal flavours. JPY 8,400 per person.
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