Coloring Early Summer, Enjoy the Rich Aroma and Freshness of Melon at 'THE MELON SEASON Parfait Afternoon Tea' - A 4-Part Series to Savor Seasonal Fruits Begins

The Keihan Group's flagship hotel, 'THE THOUSAND KYOTO' (Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, General Manager: Miwa Sakurai), will offer 'THE MELON SEASON Parfait Afternoon Tea' at the cafe & bar 'TEA AND BAR' in the hotel from Friday, May 29 to Sunday, July 12, 2026. THE MELON SEASON Parfait Afternoon Tea See details From this summer to autumn, it has been decided to hold 'THE FRUITS SEASON Parfait Afternoon Tea'. Driven by the chef's desire for guests to enjoy seasonal fruits at their most delicious timing, it will be rolled out in 4 installments matching the turning seasons: 'Melon', 'Peach', 'Shine Muscat', and 'Apple & Pear'. We have also prepared a plan to present a chef's special sweet to customers who enjoy the afternoon tea four times during the period. Parfait Melon For the first installment in early summer, we will prepare sweets and savories that fully allow you to taste the rich aroma and freshness, starring the melon coming into season. First to welcome you are the 'Milky Melon Soda', a welcome drink with a refreshing flavor and enjoyable texture, and the 'Parfait Melon', a welcome parfait boldly topped with fresh melon flesh. On the tea stand, 6 types of melon-centric sweets will be lined up, including the 'Melon Mousse' characterized by its jiggly form mimicking a melon's shape, and the 'Melon Religieuse' filled generously with melon custard. Furthermore, the 'Melon Cream Pan', with melon cream trapped inside fluffy bread, makes an appearance. For savories, we have prepared 5 types, including the refreshing 'Melon Soup', the classic 'Prosciutto and Melon', and 'Shrimp Wrapped in Kadaif'. 6 types on the tea stand Also, the sparkling parfait 'Luxe Melon Bowl' will be offered during the same period. You can enjoy it as a standalone item or a drink set, and you can also choose it as an upgrade from the afternoon tea's welcome parfait 'Parfait Melon'. Limited Time Parfait 'Luxe Melon Bowl' *Upgrade option At the Cafe & Bar 'TEA AND BAR', please spend a refreshing early summer tea time enveloped in the sweet scent of melon, along with a free flow of about 30 types of drinks including Japanese black tea. ■ 'THE MELON SEASON Parfait Afternoon Tea' Overview [Period] Friday, May 29 to Sunday, July 12, 2026 *Reservation required by noon 2 days in advance [Store Name] 2nd Floor Cafe & Bar 'TEA AND BAR' [Time] 11:30 - 14:00 (L.O. 13:30), 15:00 - 17:30 (L.O. 17:00), 18:30 - 21:00 (L.O. 20:30) [Price] Weekdays 7,000 yen (9,000 yen with a glass of champagne) Weekends 7,500 yen (9,500 yen with a glass of champagne) *Price per person. *For an additional 2,000 yen, we accept upgrades of the welcome parfait to the 'Luxe Melon Bowl' (limited to 10 servings a day). Even when changing, a reservation is required by noon 2 days in advance. [Inquiries] TEL 075-351-0700 (Restaurant General Reception 10:00 - 19:00) [Details] https://www.keihanhotels-resorts.co.jp/the-thousand-kyoto/seasonal-parfait-afternoontea/melon.html Milky Melon Soda A light pastel green melon white soda softly topped with a light yogurt espuma and decorated with lovely edible flowers. It is an adult melon soda characterized by a soft mouthfeel where the refreshing fizz of the soda melts with the sourness and gentle sweetness of the yogurt. Milky Melon Soda Parfait Melon This is a parfait crafted with the chef's utmost effort, starring seasonal fresh melon, trapping layers of deliciousness in a glass. The top is cut generously with fresh melon, accompanied by rich milk-flavored ice cream with melon scent and edible flowers to make it summery and gorgeous. So that you can enjoy it to the very last bite, a refreshing cider jelly is laid at the bottom, finishing with a clean aftertaste. Changes with every spoonful