Kobe Hankyu: "British Fair 2026," a 7-day event to experience the charms of the UK

From Wednesday, April 8 to Tuesday, April 14, Kobe Hankyu will host the "British Fair 2026" at the event hall on the 9th floor of its main building. This marks the 7th British Fair at Kobe Hankyu, this time themed "A Life that Loves Tea." It will feature a life with tea, essential to British living, showcasing a wide variety of tea leaves, the perfect tea companion "scones," teacups, and more. Over 90 brands conveying the charm of Britain, including local gourmet foods and goods, will participate in the event, which is also popular for the enjoyable encounters with artisans invited from the UK.

A Life that Loves Tea

**"Farrer's"** Founded in 1819. A representative tearoom of the nature-rich Lake District. Authentic British tea, moist and fluffy scones, and a variety of baked goods will be available.

*Image: (Left) Chef Will Yarker, (Right) Owner Rebecca Grace visiting Japan*

A set to enjoy Farrer's tea and scones with clotted cream from "Langage Farm" at the venue. "Farrer's × Langage Farm" Cream Tea Set: ¥1,485

### Enjoy a wide variety of drink menus at the venue

**"Camellia's Tea House London"** A rich milk tea based on the brand's classic "English Breakfast." - Hot Milk Tea (1 cup) ¥438 - Iced Milk Tea (1 cup) ¥599

**"Melrose and Morgan"**, **"The Tea Makers of London"**, **"The Earl Grey Tea Place"** - (Left) "Melrose and Morgan" Milk Tea Float (1 cup) ¥748: Rich milk tea with salt milk ice cream floated on top. - (Right) "Melrose and Morgan" Berry Tea Soda (1 cup) ¥594: A caffeine-free tea soda with a sweet aroma and moderate acidity. - (Left) "The Tea Makers of London" Assam Garden Milk Tea (260ml) ¥770: Uses tea leaves from the Manjushree Tea Garden. [Limited to 50 per day] - (Right) "The Earl Grey Tea Place" Earl Grey Milk Tea (260ml) ¥748: Earl Grey with a citrus scent. [Limited to 50 per day]

**"Darvilles of Windsor"**, **"Chocolate Tree"** - "Darvilles of Windsor" Honeycomb Milk Tea (1 cup) ¥858: A rich iced milk tea enjoyed while melting honeycomb candy. [Limited to 80 cups per day] - "Chocolate Tree" Hot Chocolate Peru Milk (1 cup) ¥951: Uses milk chocolate from Peruvian cacao. [Limited to 100 cups per day]

Enjoying Gourmet Food Loved in Britain

**"Thibault Marchon"** Thibault Marchon, who has served as Head Pastry Chef at London's 5-star hotel 'Kimpton' and won the popular TV show "Great British Bake Off 2019," presents his masterpiece scones. Enjoy these scones with a crispy exterior, surprisingly moist interior, and an exquisite balance of sweetness and richness. - Scones (Plain, Earl Grey Yuzu, Caramel Nut, Choc Chip) ¥389 each *Image: Thibault Marchon visiting Japan*

**"The Fat Pasty Company"** A pasty is a fast food from the Cornwall region in southwest England. Filled with plenty of ingredients in a crispy pie crust and baked fragrantly, it's perfect for a light lunch. - Traditional Pasty (Regular) ¥1,242, (Half) ¥690 *Image: Agamy Hassan visiting Japan*

**"Lishman's"** A butcher shop from the spa town of Ilkley in West Yorkshire, which won "UK's Best Butcher's Shop of the Year 2025." Their sausages, with juicy meat and crispy skin, are an essential item for an "English Breakfast." - Sausage & Mash (1 serving) ¥1,512 *Image: (Photo right) Emma Lishman visiting Japan*

**"The Pumproom"** A restaurant and whisky pub adjacent to The Copper Rivet Distillery in Chatham, Kent, about 50km southeast of London. Featuring a column-still distilled single malt known for being smooth and easy to drink.