Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei to Offer 'House-Made Syrup and Pure Ice Shaved Ice' Starting July 1

From left in photo: 'Mango × Passion Fruit,' 'Uji Matcha × Kyo-Tanba Daigaku Azuki,' 'Strawberry × Condensed Milk'

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei (Location: Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture; General Manager: Takeshi Kamata) will offer three varieties of 'House-Made Syrup and Pure Ice Shaved Ice,' including one new creation, at its lounge from Wednesday, July 1, 2026, to Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

Seasonal shaved ice will be served in the lounge overlooking a garden that captures the essence of summer. This year’s lineup includes three varieties: 'Mango × Passion Fruit,' 'Uji Matcha × Kyo-Tanba Daigaku Azuki,' and 'Strawberry × Condensed Milk.' From original summer creations using seasonal fruits to classic combinations, each bite offers a 'flavor gradient' as layers of ingredients and textures unfold.

The shaved ice is made from pure ice frozen slowly from natural water drawn from 150 meters underground. Its fluffy texture enhances the flavor of the syrups. The house-made syrups use 'Fushimi Mizu' (Fushimi water), known for its soft mouthfeel and used in sake brewing in Fushimi, Kyoto, allowing guests to savor the authentic taste of fruits, matcha, and other ingredients.

2026 Lineup of 'House-Made Syrup and Pure Ice Shaved Ice'

Mango × Passion Fruit

New Item: 'Mango × Passion Fruit'

A tropical shaved ice featuring generous portions of peak-season mangoes from Miyazaki Prefecture, paired with the refreshing tartness of passion fruit.

It contains house-made almond jelly, offering a rich sweetness and depth from the mango, followed by a refreshing aftertaste.

Uji Matcha × Kyo-Tanba Daigaku Azuki

'Uji Matcha × Kyo-Tanba Daigaku Azuki'

Topped with a rich matcha syrup made with premium Uji matcha from Gion Tsujiri, and garnished with Kyo-Tanba-grown Daigaku azuki beans and white mochi dumplings.

As you eat, you’ll encounter agar jelly and black sugar syrup, creating a flavor transition from the slight bitterness of matcha to the refined sweetness of black sugar.

Strawberry × Condensed Milk

'Strawberry × Condensed Milk'

A vibrant shaved ice where house-made strawberry syrup and condensed milk espuma intertwine. Served with rich strawberry confit, it highlights the sweet-tart flavor and luxurious richness of strawberries.

Lychee jelly and nata de coco are hidden inside, adding refreshing aroma and textural accents.

Overview of 2026 'House-Made Syrup and Pure Ice Shaved Ice' Offering

[Period] July 1 (Wed), 2026 – September 30 (Wed), 2026

[Hours] 11:00–21:00 (Last Order 20:30)

[Location] Lounge (1st Floor), Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

[Price] ¥2,800 per serving (tax and service charge included)

[Inquiries] TEL: 075-771-5766

※ Reservations for lounge seating are not accepted.

※ Service may end early if supplies run out.

Lounge interior and hotel entrance

About Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei is a 60-room hotel nestled in the cultural and natural surroundings of Okazaki, Kyoto.

Okazaki, where landmarks such as Ginkaku-ji Temple, Nanzen-ji Temple, Heian Shrine, and the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto are located, is a representative cultural and artistic district of Kyoto, where inherited aesthetic sensibilities continue to thrive in everyday life.

Adjacent to Okazaki Betsuin (Okazaki Branch of Higashi Hongan-ji Temple), said to be the site of Shinran Shonin’s hermitage, the hotel offers views of the garden from the lobby and dining areas, and the lush nature of Higashiyama from guest rooms. The space, enveloped in seasonal scenery and tranquility, creates a serene and relaxing atmosphere.

Throughout the hotel, craftworks by successors of Kyoto’s traditional crafts, including the project unit 'GO ON,' are displayed, blending traditional techniques with contemporary sensibilities, allowing guests to experience Kyoto’s living aesthetic.

A quiet space that values emptiness, exquisite cuisine, and personalized hospitality—Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei offers a rich and memorable stay unique to Kyoto.

Location: 26-6 Okazaki Tennō-chō, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City

Floors: 4 above ground

Guest Rooms: 60

Restaurants: French cuisine, Lounge

Other Facilities: Fitness center

Access: Approximately 25 minutes by taxi from Kyoto Station, 14-minute walk from 'Keage' Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line, 1-minute walk from 'Okazaki Jinja-mae' bus stop on Kyoto City Bus

Official Website: https://okazakibettei.hotelokurakyoto.com/

Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyotookazakibettei_hotelokura/