The afternoon tea set is quite a good deal! The lounge in the hotel has spacious seating and large windows that create an open atmosphere. You can have unlimited refills of tea and herbal tea from a pot, so feel free to enjoy as much as you want. They serve the tea in Herend tea sets, which adds to the elegant feel. The sandwiches, mousse, cakes, scones, etc., are all in cute sizes but there are plenty of them, so if you go after having lunch, you might not be able to finish everything. The staff are always friendly and the atmosphere is great whenever you visit.

After enjoying a satisfying meal at Sakuramasa, we decided to have tea at the nearby ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto. As soon as you enter, you will find a spacious lounge on the right side with high ceilings. Through the large glass windows, you can see a waterfall in the garden. The atmosphere of this former ANA hotel retains a sense of luxury and tranquility reminiscent of Showa-era Kyoto. While some may find it old-fashioned compared to modern foreign-owned hotels, it exudes a certain charm that is quite calming. I couldn't resist ordering a cake set, even though it was already nighttime. I chose a strawberry shortcake and herbal tea (chamomile on this day) from the selection. The strawberry shortcake was a classic type with moist cream that was delicious. The chamomile tea was brewed perfectly, with only pure chamomile without any additives, making it a caffeine-free and perfect choice for evening tea. In the elegant atmosphere, conversation flows easily. As adults, these kinds of places are the most calming and enjoyable. It was a lovely and enjoyable evening. Thank you for the wonderful meal. I would love to visit again.

Tea Lounge located in the hotel lobby. If you live in Kyoto, you may have had the experience of using it once. The spacious atmosphere, the sound of the waterfall flowing from outside the window, and the elegant background music make you feel even more peaceful. With the attentive customer service unique to hotels, it seems perfect for dates or business meetings. I had an iced coffee for ¥986. It was rich and delicious. The ice is made of coffee, so it doesn't dilute even when it melts, which is great. *The following is unrelated to the review. This is the store where I used for the first date with my wife that we met. I wanted to sit at the window seat near the courtyard waterfall, just like that time, but unfortunately it was in use. So this time, I sat at a table near the center of the store. It was a weekday night 17 years ago. I think it was raining that day. It was the second time I met my wife, but she seemed unenthusiastic. I later heard that she was not in the mood because her hair was frizzy on rainy days and she couldn't get her hairstyle right. The person in front of me had a hairstyle with frizzy ends like Kageki Lion Maru, and wore a checkered shirt tucked into high-waisted jeans. When I asked about her music taste, she quietly said, "I like The Carpenters." Despite having different hobbies and ways of thinking, the two of us, who have experienced various ups and downs, are now living peacefully. And the spirit of the waterfall that quietly watched over us from outside the window at that time still envelops me unchanged.

Located just east of Nijo Castle, this cafe is on the first floor of the ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto. I had made a reservation in advance and they had prepared a window seat for me. The sofa seats by the window overlook a graceful waterfall, giving off a nostalgic vibe that seems suitable for arranged meetings. I had the Afternoon Tea Set (2,500 yen excluding tax). You can choose from 4 types of black tea and 4 types of herbal tea from Ronnefeldt. The tea set is served in Herend's Indian Basket design...which was quite popular back in the day. The pot service is convenient, but without a pot cover, the tea tends to cool down by the third cup...a bit disappointing. The set includes 3 types of sandwiches, 2 types of scones, macarons, fruit pound cake, orange creme brulee, raspberry tart, cheese roll cake, and cherry blossom granita. The warm scones were quite delicious. The rest of the items were average, but the variety of food items, from meals to desserts, warm to cold, at this price point in a hotel cafe is great value for money. The menu includes information about the ingredients used, which is a nice touch. The classic atmosphere, not overly trendy, allows for a relaxing experience. When I was younger, I would fly to places with a trendy and modern atmosphere, but now that I'm older, sometimes that kind of vibe can be tiring. While listening to a string quartet live performance, I rejuvenated myself with tea and sweets, resting my tired body from sightseeing. Thank you for the feast!

Today, the weather was nice so I decided to take a walk in Kyoto. I felt like having Ronnefeldt tea, so I visited the place. I wanted to try different types of tea, so I ordered the afternoon tea set which allows for refills of tea. It's nice that you can drink your favorite tea for around 2500 yen, with a cup costing about 800 yen and a pot around 1800 yen. Unfortunately, they didn't have my favorite Black Toffee tea, which was disappointing. The food, other than the sandwiches, was delicious. There was a rainbow in the waterfall, making it a relaxing and enjoyable experience to sip on delicious tea. It's actually a hidden gem.

I love afternoon tea. I go to various places and it makes me feel elegant. I saw on their website that you can have unlimited refills of tea, which is amazing! I made a reservation and went. The simple cucumber sandwich was delicious. This is what afternoon tea is all about. It was a bit disappointing that the bread was a little dry. There were two types of scones: plain and berry. You can enjoy them with clotted cream, strawberry jam, and blueberry jam. The small size was just right. The sweets were varied with cakes, baked goods, macarons, and more. I went for the refills and ended up having Earl Grey tea (pot), Rooibos lemon tea (pot), and four cups of coffee! It seems like I stayed for quite a while. But that's the essence of afternoon tea - enjoying it slowly while chatting. I had a great time and got great value for money with all the refills I had.

This is a cafe located on the 1st floor of the ANA Hotel in Kyoto. The large windows overlook a Japanese garden with a flowing waterfall, creating a bright and open atmosphere. It's a space where you can enjoy a slightly luxurious feel. I tried the pasta lunch set for 2200 yen (pictured), which was a Japanese-style pasta with lots of mushrooms. It was delicious with plenty of mushrooms. The set also came with a drink and two types of baked goods (pictured): a dacquoise, macadamia chocolate chip cookie, and ice coffee cookie. They were so delicious that I considered buying some to take home. They also offer cakes, a set of matcha and traditional Japanese sweets, and shiratama anmitsu. It's a lovely experience to enjoy these treats while gazing at the waterfall in the courtyard.

The Tea Lounge on the first floor of Kyoto ANA Hotel, located across from Nijo Castle in Kyoto. From the window, you can see a Japanese garden with a large waterfall. In one corner, there is a skeleton grand piano. In the evening, there are live performances, where you can enjoy music with a cocktail. It is a spacious and relaxing space unique to a hotel. When you order a cake, they bring a tray with several options for you to choose from. The chocolate cake is rich and moist, very delicious. They also offer seasonal treats like sweet red bean soup, which is a nice touch. A great lounge to relax and unwind after visiting Nijo Castle.

Autumn of art. After a piano concert at Horikawa Music High School, I wanted to spend a little elegant time here. The hotel is right in front of Nijo Castle. Three girls chatting about love while looking at the flowing waterfall and carp. The faint pink decor and waitresses all wearing kimonos are lovely. Cake set for 1200 yen. I had a strawberry shortcake and tea slowly and deliciously. The raspberry tart was surprising with matcha inside! There is a transparent piano in the corner, and there seems to be live flute music at night. Maybe it's for a limited time? Sometimes it's nice to have such a elegant time.