The 28th-floor bar lounge "THE TOP BAR Hanabi -Hanabi-" at Asakusa View Hotel in Taito-ku, Tokyo is serving a spring limited-time afternoon tea called "Spring Collection." The menu brings together strawberry and sakura-inspired sweets and savories paired with selections from the premium tea brand TWG Tea, all enjoyed against a backdrop of views of Tokyo Skytree®.
Sky-High Views and Afternoon Tea at THE TOP BAR Hanabi
The bar lounge, which reopened on November 17, 2025, features floor-to-ceiling windows offering a panoramic view of Tokyo Skytree® and the Asakusa streetscape. The interior, dressed in deep color tones and premium materials, creates a refined and relaxed atmosphere suited for a leisurely afternoon tea.
Seating comes with no time limit, so guests can stay as long as they like. Individual tea stands are set up for each person, making it easy to enjoy the experience at one's own pace — a thoughtful touch whether visiting between sightseeing stops or sharing time with someone special.
10 Sweets and 6 Savories for a Luxurious Spring Afternoon Tea
The "Spring Collection" features a lineup of sweets and savories centered on strawberry and sakura motifs, each showcasing a different flavor combination to keep things interesting throughout the tea course.
10 Spring Sweets
Awayu Strawberry Jelly with Yogurt Mousse
Made with "Awayu," a white strawberry prized for its balanced sweetness and acidity, served alongside a light yogurt mousse.Strawberry Chocolate Tart
A crisp tart shell filled with rich ganache chocolate and topped with fresh strawberries.Strawberry Mousse
Sweet-tangy strawberry mousse finished with a white chocolate glaze.
From left: Awayu Strawberry Jelly with Yogurt Mousse / Strawberry Chocolate Tart / Strawberry Mousse
Amaou Strawberry Cream Daifuku
Mochi skin filled with fresh cream, sponge cake, and Amaou strawberry — a combination of chewy and fluffy textures.Strawberry Crunch and Sakura Mousse
Sakura mousse layered over a base of strawberry crunch chocolate for a satisfying crunch in every bite.Sakura and Coconut Mousse
Sakura-scented mousse paired with rich coconut mousse, a natural flavor pairing.Strawberry Melon Pan
Sweet bread dough kneaded with strawberry puree, finished with a strawberry chocolate coating.
From left: Amaou Strawberry Cream Daifuku / Strawberry Crunch and Sakura Mousse / Sakura and Coconut Mousse / Strawberry Melon Pan
Sakura Berry Roll Cake
Sakura sponge rolled with sakura cream and strawberry confiture — floral fragrance meets sweet-tart flavor.Spring Kaminarimon Sweets
A hotel signature dessert reimagined for spring with a pink macaron.Crème d'Anjou with Berry Sauce
A light fromage blanc crème d'anjou drizzled with a strawberry and raspberry berry sauce.
From left: Sakura Berry Roll Cake / Spring Kaminarimon Sweets / Crème d'Anjou with Berry Sauce
6 Savories Full of Seasonal Flavor
Sake Lees Granola Bar with Jamón Serrano
Organic granola, dried fruits, and mixed nuts combined with sake lees from Yamada Sake Brewery (Sawanokura) and baked until fragrant. The linger of sake lees adds a memorable accent.Chilled Sakura Shrimp and Fuki-no-to Pasta
Cold pasta featuring the umami of boiled sakura shrimp from Shizuoka Prefecture and the subtle bitterness of fuki-no-to (Japanese butterbur sprouts) — a dish that captures the flavors of spring.Roasted Lamb and Fresh Vegetable Segur Sandwich
Spring is said to be the best season for lamb. Roasted leg of lamb is tossed in an Oriental sauce and sandwiched with fresh vegetables in a specially crafted segur bread from Honoha.Clam Chowder Bread Gratin
Clam chowder rich in shellfish umami, baked in a bread gratin style for a crispy, indulgent finish.Sakura Trout en Croûte
Marinated sakura trout layered with champignon duxelles and spinach, wrapped in a crepe, then baked in puff pastry — a classic take on a French preparation.Shiragai Clam, Dekopon, Grapefruit, and Udo Carpaccio
Shiragai clam at the peak of its season between winter and spring, accompanied by the sweetness of dekopon, the acidity of grapefruit, and the fragrance of udo, brought together with a refreshing sauce.
Clockwise from bottom left: Sake Lees Granola Bar with Jamón Serrano / Chilled Sakura Shrimp and Fuki-no-to Pasta / Roasted Lamb Segur Sandwich / Clam Chowder Bread Gratin / Sakura Trout en Croûte — Center: Shiragai Clam, Dekopon, Grapefruit, and Udo Carpaccio
Welcome Drink and Unlimited Beverages
Welcome Drink (1 per person)
- Strawberry Tea Mock (non-alcoholic cocktail)
A spring non-alcoholic cocktail combining the sweet-tart flavor of strawberry with the aroma of black tea. Its soft pastel hue and gentle foam make for a charming start to the tea session.
Strawberry Tea Mock
Beverages (unlimited refills)
- Coffee
- Café Latte
- TWG Tea Selection (9 varieties)
Guests can choose from 9 varieties of TWG Tea — a tea brand carried by luxury hotels and airlines around the world — with free refills and the option to switch varieties throughout the session.
Available varieties:
- English Breakfast Tea
- Geisha Blossom Tea
- Eternal Summer Tea
- Golden Earl Grey
- Silver Moon Tea
- Tea Party Tea
- Moroccan Mint Tea
- Haute Couture Tea
- 1837 Black Tea
TWG Tea Selection
Venue Details
| Venue | Asakusa View Hotel Main Building, 28F "THE TOP BAR Hanabi -Hanabi-" |
| Price | ¥8,000 (weekdays) / ¥9,000 (Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays) – tax and service charge included |
| Hours | 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM (last order 2:30 PM) |
| Reservations | Advance reservation required (up to 2 days before your visit). Online: https://www.tablecheck.com/ja/viewhotels-asakusa-hanabi/reserve/message / Phone: 03-3842-2124 (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM) |
| Notes | Menu items may change depending on availability. A 100% cancellation fee applies for same-day cancellations or no-shows. |
Official Asakusa View Hotel website: https://www.viewhotels.co.jp/asakusa/
THE TOP BAR Hanabi page: https://www.viewhotels.co.jp/asakusa/restaurant/hanabi/
