Spring into Sakura Season at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Spring comes to Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, bringing radiant sakura and fresh flavours to the heart of Higashiyama district. Guests are invited to embrace the charm of Japan’s most celebrated season with a full bloom of captivating dining experiences.

As cherry trees begin to flower across Kyoto, few places are more magical than Shakusui-en, the Hotel’s heritage pond garden. Soft pink blossoms unfurl and dance over shimmering waters, setting an intimate stage for Hanami – the timeless Japanese art of sakura appreciation.

The festivities begin on March 1, 2025, with the talented Four Seasons team unveiling culinary encounters to spark joy and foster a deeper connection with local flavours and traditions. As General Manager Fanny Guibouret notes, “With in-house sakura views, our Hotel offers the chance to savour spring delights in a serene, private atmosphere.”

Explore curated seasonal experiences across the Hotel’s dining outlets and spa.

EMBA KYOTO CHOPHOUSE

Journey Through Japan: “Kyoto Meets Shizuoka.” As part of its ongoing regional culinary series, the modern Japanese steakhouse presents a new course menu designed around prized ingredients from Shizuoka, such as luscious musk melon and delicate sakura shrimp.

This seasonal feast also puts a spring twist on signature delights. Highlights include the charcoal-grilled “Kyo no Niku” beef fillet, its smoky richness beautifully complemented by fresh Shizuoka wasabi and nori seaweed, and the risotto made with Kyoto Kinuhikari rice, topped with whitebait from Suruga Bay, squid and bottarga.

• March 1 to May 8, 2025
• Lunch: JPY 7,000 (4-course), JPY 10,500 (5-course)
• Dinner: JPY 17,000 (5- course)

From the Loire Valley: Wine Pairing Set. Diners can elevate their epicurean journey with wines representing the best of Loire Valley in France. Carefully chosen by the sommelier to complement springtime flavours, this pairing set includes three crisp whites and a full-bodied red.

• March 1 to May 8, 2025
• JPY 15,000 (4 wines, 80 ml each)

The Lounge & Bar

Japanese Whiskey Degustation. Welcoming connoisseurs and beginners alike, this sipping sojourn opens the door to rare Japanese whiskeys. The limited-time degustation menu features whiskeys known for their extraordinary balance, including hard-to-find treasures like the Yamazaki 25 years, Hakushu 25 years and Hibiki 30 years.

• March 1 to May 8, 2025
• JPY 2,000 onwards

Sakurautage Afternoon Tea. Bringing the joy of local sakura festivities to the table, this seasonal Afternoon Tea presents an array of intricate sweets infused with the unique flavour of cherry blossoms. Elegant savouries evoke spring’s freshness with ingredients like asparagus, salmon and green apple.

• March 1 to May 8, 2025
• JPY 7,000 (weekday), JPY 7,800 (weekend)
• First seating: 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm, 12:30 to 2:30 pm
• Second seating: 2:30 to 4:30 pm, 3:00 to 5:00 pm

Takeaway Treat: Mixed Berry Chocolate Tart. Celebrating the season’s abundance, this sumptuous treat is crafted with seven types of berries, ranging from blueberries and black currants to wild strawberries.

• March 1 to May 8, 2025
• JPY 4,000 (14 cm), JPY 6,500 (18 cm)

Fuju and Shakusui-Tei

Japanese Sake Degustation. Four Seasons experts introduce guests to the well-kept secrets of Japan’s sake scene. Going beyond mainstream favourites, this tasting menu features three distinctive sakes from breweries in Kyoto, Yamaguchi and Fukui, all renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship.

• March 1 to May 8, 2025
• JPY 10,000 (3 sakes, 60 ml pours)

Sakura Japanese Afternoon Tea. Showcasing the best of Kyoto’s spring harvest, this pondside Afternoon Tea includes five sweets and four savouries, accompanied by a choice of exemplary teas. The imaginative menu shines with flavours like sakura, yuzu, matcha and strawberry – all served against stunning views of cherry trees.

• March 1 to May 8, 2025
• JPY 6,500

Sushi Ginza Onodera

Omakase Dinner Course. Crafted with fresh ingredients from markets in Kyoto, Hokkaido and Tokyo, this omakase experience unfolds a variety of seasonal appetisers and fresh nigiri. Guests can savour Edomae-style sushi at the sleek counter, carved from a 400-year-old Japanese cypress.

• JPY 37,500 (omakase course), JPY 49,500 (premium omakase course)

Spa & Wellness

Serenity Retreat. Infused with the spring spirit of the renewal, this spa treatment begins with a cherry blossom salt foot bath, followed by a soothing massage with cherry blossom oil and warmed Himalayan pink crystals. Designed to relax, detoxify and revitalise, the luxurious ritual leaves guests ready for new adventures.

• March 1 to April 30, 2025
• JPY 39,500 (90 minutes)

All prices mentioned above include 15 percent service charge and consumption tax. For dining and Spa reservations, call +81 (075) 541-8288 or click here for more seasonal offering.