Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto to Offer 'Chinese Afternoon Tea' from May 1st, a Collaboration with Ritsumeikan University

Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto (Location: Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture; General Manager: Takashi Kitagawa), situated in Shijo Karasuma, the heart of Kyoto, will offer a 'Chinese Afternoon Tea,' born from an industry-academia collaboration with Ritsumeikan University (Corporate Location: 1 Nishinokyo Suzaku-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City; President: Yoshio Nakatani), at its Chinese restaurant "Hisuien" starting May 1, 2026 (Friday). Chinese Afternoon Tea As part of its CSR activities since 2004, our hotel has participated as a collaborating company in Ritsumeikan University's problem-solving internship program, "Co-op Exercise (Practice)." As part of this program, we have been engaged in product development with students. In the 2025 academic year, five students participated in this exercise with the theme of "Acquiring new customers for Chinese Restaurant Hisuien." Over approximately six months from July 2025, they planned and proposed products based on the concept of "providing a richer dining experience." Through repeated discussions between students and hotel staff, the development progressed, leading to the offering of a Chinese afternoon tea that allows guests to enjoy seasonal flavors and a variety of tastes. The 'Chinese Afternoon Tea,' to be offered from May, was completed by Hisuien's head chef, Takao Mikayama, who repeatedly prototyped and refined it based on student proposals. The May and June menu features "green" as its theme color, evoking the arrival of early summer, and is composed of seasonal elements incorporating matcha throughout. By balancing dim sum and sweets, guests can enjoy both a visually splendid presentation and a variety of flavors at once. Through this product, we propose new charms and ways to enjoy Chinese cuisine, and moving forward, we will continue to develop offerings that allow guests to feel the charm of each season by incorporating seasonal ingredients and colors. May/June Menu Details Assortment of four daily cold dishes <5 Kinds of Colorful Dim Sum> Xiaolongbao / Truffle Xiaolongbao / Steamed Shrimp Dumplings / Jade Steamed Dumplings / Carrot Steamed Dumplings <8 Kinds of Chinese Sweets> Annin Tofu Green Tea Flavor / Mango Pudding / Uji Matcha Ice Cream with Coconut Milk / Egg Tart with Fruit / Uji Matcha Sesame Dumplings / Taiwanese Castella with Matcha Sauce / Melting Custard Buns / Seasonal Fruits Sausage Pão de Queijo Tieguanyin / Oriental Beauty / Citrus Tea ◆ 'Chinese Afternoon Tea' Service Overview [Service Period] Year-round from May 1, 2026 (Friday) *Closed on Tuesdays [Service Hours] Lunch 11:30-14:30 (Last Order 14:30) / Dinner 17:00-21:30 (Last Order 20:00) *Limited to 6 servings per day [Service Location] Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto 2F, Chinese Restaurant "Hisuien" [Price] 6,000 yen (including consumption tax and service charge) [Reservations/Inquiries] *Reservations required by the day before TEL: 075-342-2167 (Direct line to Chinese Restaurant "Hisuien" / Reception hours 10:30-20:30) WEB: https://x.gd/1klTw0 Official Website: https://www.princess-kyoto.co.jp/restaurant/restaurant_plan/133783/ *This afternoon tea is available for one person or more. *The content of the release is current as of the announcement date. It may be subject to change due to various circumstances. *Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto Conveniently located near Shijo Karasuma in the heart of Kyoto, ideal for business and tourism. Features 216 guest rooms, 6 restaurants and bars, and banquet facilities. Approximately a 3-minute walk from Shijo Station (Subway Exit 5) or about a 5-minute drive from JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Central Exit, with Nishiki Market, Pontocho, and Gion within walking distance. [Address] 630 Takahashicho, Higashi-iru, Karasuma Takatsuji, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, 600-8096 [TEL] 075-342-2111 (Main) [Official Website] https://www.princess-kyoto.co.jp/