【Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo】Enjoy the Bountiful Autumn with Japanese Sake 'Kubota' at 'KUBOTA Afternoon Tea 2026 Autumn' Starting September 15th

Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo (Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, General Manager: Tomohiko Chibiki) will offer a Japanese sake-infused afternoon tea time, 'KUBOTA Afternoon Tea 2026 Autumn,' at the traditional Japanese-style restaurant 'Kinsui' by the Unkin Pond in the garden, starting from September 15, 2026 (Tuesday).

This project, now in its 10th iteration, reconstructs popular menus from previous years, offering an afternoon tea that combines Japanese sake 'Kubota,' autumn flavors, and Kyoto vegetables in a harmonious blend.

◇ Enjoy the Bountiful Autumn with Premium Sake: A Traditional Afternoon Tea Prepared at the Ryotei

With the aim of not only conveying but also evolving and passing on Japanese traditions and culture to future generations, this collaboration, which began in 2021, reaches its 10th iteration this time. The theme for this event is 'Resonance: The Lingering Aftertaste on the Tongue and in the Heart.' Based on the popular menus from the past nine events, the flavors have evolved to highlight the characteristics of Japanese sake 'Kubota' in an autumnal way.

For the upper tier of sweets, we have prepared six items, including 'Kubota Sparkling and Pear Jelly,' which is finished with Kubota Sparkling, and 'Rare Cheesecake,' which combines ricotta cheese and mascarpone with dried persimmons. We have also prepared 'Orange Spice Cake,' which is infused with junmai daiginjo and flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg, and other items that bring out the individual characteristics of each Japanese sake. Additionally, we have prepared 'Chocolate,' which is wrapped in white chocolate with a rich sauce made from Seishu, and 'Plain Scone,' a hotel tradition that is enjoyed with clotted cream mixed with Hyakuju.

For the savory items, we have lined up seven items that consider the compatibility with Japanese sake, such as 'Miso-marinated Salmon and Eggs,' 'Lotus Root Sandwich with Ground Chicken Flavored with Sansho Pepper,' and 'Roasted Duck Breast with Ninejo Negi Miso and Daikoku Senchi.'

We also offer delicate dishes unique to a ryotei, such as 'Matsuba Sashimi,' which is a combination of unagi, cloudy yellowtail, and shrimp simmered in a sweet and savory sauce, and 'Soba Scrape Canapé,' which combines persimmon and cream cheese.

In addition to the main dishes, we offer dishes that incorporate the flavors of autumn, such as 'Kubota Koji Amazake and Fig Slippery,' 'Autumn Shin-Skewered Small Cloth Sushi,' 'One-Bite Inari Sushi,' and 'Asari and Mushroom Okowa.' We also offer 'Matsutake Nabe,' a hot pot made with water from the base of Mount Atago in Kyoto, along with the aroma of hamo, ginkgo nuts, and yuzu, creating a dish that evokes the arrival of autumn.

Furthermore, we will present a special acrylic masu cup with the Kubota logo to our guests. The back of the masu cup features a pattern inspired by the kumiko woodwork adopted in the Japanese sake shelf at the ryotei 'Kinsui.' This is a limited edition design color for this event only.

Additionally, to further enhance your enjoyment of the 'KUBOTA Afternoon Tea,' we will also sell a limited stay plan of one room per day. In addition to the afternoon tea, we will also provide a special gift of 'Kubota Junmai Daiginjo' 300ml per person.

◇ Collaboration with 'Kubota' at the Executive Lounge 'Le Ciel'

During the period, we will also hold a collaboration between the suite guest-exclusive lounge 'Le Ciel' and Japanese sake 'Kubota.'

At 'Le Ciel,' we will have three types of sake available: 'Kubota Chiju,' 'Kubota Manju,' and 'Kubota Chiju Autumn Harvest.' Additionally, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (17:30-18:30), you can enjoy three types of sake: 'Kubota Sparkling,' 'Kubota Junmai Daiginjo,' and 'Kubota Yuzu Liqueur.'

We will also offer light meals to accompany the sake, such as 'Autumn Eggplant and Sanma with Yuzu,' 'Ojiya Croquette with Ume Flavor,' and 'Mushroom Royal,' creating a special moment in the suite.

KUBOTA Afternoon Tea Overview

Period: September 15, 2026 (Tuesday) ~ October 28, 2026 (Wednesday) * Held on specific weekdays. Please refer to the link below for details.

Time: 12:00~/13:00~

Venue: Ryotei 'Kinsui'

Price: 10,000 yen per person

* Including consumption tax, service charge (20%) separate

* Advance web payment reservation required (by 18:00 two days before)

URL: https://hotel-chinzanso-tokyo.jp/restaurant/plan/kubota_autumn2026/

Stay Plan Overview

≪With Breakfast≫ 'KUBOTA Afternoon Tea' Stay

Period: September 15, 2026 (Tuesday) ~ October 28, 2026 (Wednesday) * Held on specific days during the period

Reservation:

Reservation starts for THE FUJITA MEMBERS members at 12:00 on June 30, 2026 (Tuesday)

General reservation starts at 12:00 on July 2, 2026 (Thursday)

Price Prime Superior City/Garden View (45㎡)

For 2 people per room: 83,100 yen (general) / 78,500 yen (member) * Including consumption tax and service charge, excluding accommodation tax

Contents:

・KUBOTA Afternoon Tea (Location: Ryotei 'Kinsui,' from 13:00 on check-in day)

・Kubota Junmai Daiginjo 300ml 1 bottle per person

・Breakfast (Western or Japanese cuisine, at the restaurant)

Inquiries: 03-3943-0996 (9:00-20:00)

About Kubota

Kubota is a brand symbolizing Asahi Shuzou, which was born in 1985 (Showa 60) and bears the name of the company's original shop name 'Kubotaya.' With a spirit of enterprise, it has read the changes of the times, repeatedly challenged, and established a new direction for Japanese sake, 'tanrei karakuchi,' and pursued Japanese sake that everyone can agree is delicious. Under the banner of 'constantly evolving deliciousness,' it listens to the voices of the changing times and customers, always makes challenges appropriate to the times, and continues to pursue and provide deliciousness that satisfies customers.

About Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo

Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, which opened in 1952, is a hotel located in the heart of the city with a garden like a forest. The symbol of the garden, the three-story pagoda 'Enju-to,' was moved from Higashi-Hiroshima in 1925 and will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2025. It is designated as a registered tangible cultural property and is one of the three ancient pagodas still standing in Tokyo. In addition, the 'Tokyo Unkai,' the largest fog garden performance in Japan, has won numerous awards, including the 2025 Good Design Award. In 265 guest rooms, you can enjoy the panorama of the city and the garden view, and it is equipped with 8 restaurants, a spa, and 38 banquet halls. In the garden, you can spend a special time with the beauty of the four seasons, such as cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, and fireflies. Furthermore, it has acquired four stars from 'Forbes Travel Guide' and is also a member of the 'L.V.X. Collection' of 'Preferred Hotels & Resorts.'

About Fujita Kanko

Fujita Kanko Co., Ltd. is a pioneer in the Japanese tourism industry, opening 'Hakone Kowakien' in 1948 and 'Tsubaki-so' (now Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo) in 1952, and then establishing the company in 1955. By maximizing all corporate assets such as human resources and cultural properties, we provide relaxation and warm service to as many customers as possible, and through unique content and business development, we support customers' lifestyles and contribute to society as a company.