Strawberries come into season from winter through spring.
At “Kurashiki Afternoon Tea,” a popular annual event in Kurashiki City, the 2025 Winter Afternoon Tea featuring strawberries from Kurashiki and Okayama is being held from January 15 to March 31, 2025.
At every restaurant, drinks are offered as “two drinks included, free refills, or served in a pot,” so you can enjoy an elegant time and a delicious tea break.
With so many appealing restaurants, it was hard to decide where to go. This time, the writer experienced afternoon tea at “MOMOKO TERRACE (Kurashiki Momoko Kurashiki Civic Hall branch),” famous for its sweets made with seasonal fruit.
The information shown was current when this article was published in February 2025. Please note that it may differ from current information.
What is “Kurashiki Afternoon Tea”?
“Kurashiki Afternoon Tea” is a sweets event held just twice a year, in summer and winter.
The event began in summer 2015 and celebrates its 10th anniversary this year (2025).
For its 22nd edition, held in winter 2025, 28 restaurants are participating.
“Strawberries for a Girl in Love” Afternoon Tea
Kurashiki Momoko has five locations around the Bikan Historical Area.
The 2025 Winter Kurashiki Afternoon Tea is offered only at “MOMOKO TERRACE (Kurashiki Momoko Kurashiki Civic Hall branch)”.
The restaurant is on the first floor of Kurashiki Civic Hall, about a 20-minute walk from the nearest station, JR Kurashiki Station on the JR Sanyo Line.
If you’re driving, there is a municipal parking lot on the Kurashiki Civic Hall grounds, making it convenient to park there (100 yen per 30 minutes).
Afternoon tea guests receive a voucher for 30 minutes of free parking.
The spacious interior has a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
This time, the writer was shown to a sofa seat.
Photos of dishes served at past Kurashiki Afternoon Tea events, including this one, decorate the walls. They heightened our anticipation while we waited for the food to arrive.
Choose two drinks from 19 options (the second drink can also be taken to go)
Each person can choose up to two drinks from the following menu to accompany the afternoon tea set.
It was a cold day, so the two of us ordered a hot caramel-flavored latte and a hot orange lemonade.
The hot orange lemonade had a refreshing tartness, with pieces of orange pulp.
We were told that the second drink could also be served to go, so we opted for takeout.
A delightful array of cute sweets and light bites
Here is the menu served that day.
The price was 4,620 yen (tax included), with two drinks per person.
First, here are the sweets and light bites.
The strawberry tasting (two varieties) arrived in an adorable white carriage.
Being able to admire the cute, whimsical tableware is one of the special charms of the Kurashiki Afternoon Tea menu.
Next, the food arrived on a large, round stand typical of afternoon tea.
The stand was arranged with the following items:
- Mini strawberry and chocolate parfait
- Strawberry pie
- Strawberry basil pasta
- Roast beef and mashed potatoes
- Strawberry and komatsuna omelet
- Strawberry salad
- Mini strawberry hamburger
This lavish strawberry-themed spread even features strawberries in every savory dish.
The bite-sized roast beef and mashed potatoes were a perfect combination of sweet mashed potatoes and tender, juicy roast beef. The serving plate was pink and shaped like a flower—so cute.
Next, a palette-shaped plate arrived, topped with a strawberry princess cake, strawberry creme brulee, brownie, and raspberry macaron.
The princess cake, dressed in strawberry cream, was accompanied by a glass slipper and a heart-shaped tiara. It’s a plate full of “cuteness” that will delight your inner girl, even as an adult.
The strawberry cream was smooth and light, with a gentle sweetness that filled the mouth.
To finish, there was piping-hot chocolate fondue.
There were six options: strawberries, bananas, mini cream puffs, muscat grapes, marshmallows, and oranges.
I had fun deciding which one to try first and what to choose next.
Props available to borrow for making memories
There is also a booth stocked with small animal and fruit ornaments, artificial flowers, and other items that customers are welcome to use for taking photos inside the shop.
I enjoyed finding my favorite items and taking photos with the cute sweets.
From the Writer
Afternoon tea at MOMOKO TERRACE (Kurashiki Momoko Kurashiki Civic Hall location) was a delightful time, with food and surroundings packed full of “cuteness!” that naturally brought a smile to my face and lifted my spirits.
With its casual atmosphere, this is a relaxing place to enjoy yourself, making it easy to drop in for a girls’ get-together or a date. Reservations for Kurashiki Afternoon Tea at MOMOKO TERRACE (Kurashiki Momoko Kurashiki Civic Hall location) are accepted online only.
Reservation period
From midnight 30 days in advance until 10 a.m. the day before
It’s great that you can check availability right away and make an instant reservation.
The limited-edition menu for “Kurashiki Afternoon Tea 2025 Winter” is available through March 31 (Monday).
Why not stop by and give it a try?
Kurashiki Afternoon Tea 2025 Winter Information
| Name | Kurashiki Afternoon Tea 2025 Winter |
|---|---|
| Dates | January 15–March 31, 2025 |
| Location | Kurashiki City |
| Participation fee (tax included) | Price (tax included): ¥2,000–¥5,500 Varies by venue |
| Website | Kurashiki Afternoon Tea |
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