FIVE – Grill & Lounge, the all-day dining restaurant on the third floor of Hyatt Centric Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture, will be serving the "Blissful Melon Afternoon Tea" from Monday, May 18 to Tuesday, June 30, 2026. The limited-time menu makes generous use of seasonal melon across a variety of sweet and savory preparations.
The centerpiece of the afternoon tea is the Melon Bowl — a half-sized melon used as its own vessel, filled with an assortment of hotel-made melon sweets. The lineup includes a light and airy melon short cake, a delicate melon millefeuille, Kahokugata milk blancmange, tonka bean vanilla ice cream, mascarpone chibust, and jasmine cheesecake — all designed to complement the fruit's natural sweetness. Coconut guimauve, macarons, and champagne jelly are arranged on top, along with the scooped-out melon flesh, giving guests the option to enjoy the various desserts like a parfait all the way to the last bite.
On the savory side, the menu features a classic prosciutto and melon combination, a refreshing red melon ceviche with shrimp, a swordfish fritto with melon salsa sauce, and a standout melon bread spicy chicken burger made with a bun from Kanazawa's local Notohiba Kara Bakery.
Menu Details
Melon Bowl (Sweets)
Melon Millefeuille
Crisp, golden pastry layered with smooth custard cream and fresh melon. Two colors of round-cut melon flesh are arranged on top for a juicy yet flaky bite.
Jasmine Cheesecake
A moist, fragrant cheesecake infused with brewed jasmine tea, pairing perfectly with bite-sized coconut guimauve.
Mascarpone Chibust
A soft mousse made from creamy mascarpone, caramelized on top. Light in texture yet rich in flavor.
Melon Short Cake
Fluffy sponge cake layered with fresh melon and smooth cream, bringing out the refined sweetness of the fruit.
Tonka Bean Vanilla Ice Cream
Vanilla ice cream with the distinctive aroma of tonka bean — evoking hints of almond and rum — that pairs beautifully with the juicy melon.
Kahokugata Milk Blancmange
Made with milk from Hori Ranch's Kahokugata dairy in Ishikawa Prefecture. The naturally deep and mellow flavor pairs well with the accompanying fresh melon and Noilly Prat melon soup.
Coconut Guimauve / Macaron / Champagne Jelly
Additional toppings that enrich the overall flavor profile and add a colorful accent. Guests can mix and match for different taste combinations.
Savory
Swordfish Fritto with Melon Salsa Sauce
Crispy-on-the-outside, moist-on-the-inside fried swordfish served with a melon-accented salsa sauce, balancing sweetness, juiciness, acidity, and spice.
Melon Pan Spicy Chicken Burger
A melon bread bun from local Kanazawa bakery Notohiba Kara Bakery, filled with Cajun-marinated chicken. The playful contrast between fruity sweetness and spice makes this a standout item.
Prosciutto & Melon
The classic combination of Jamón Serrano and melon, made with carefully selected ingredients.
Shrimp and Red Melon Ceviche
Plump shrimp and red-flesh melon with a touch of lime acidity for a refreshing early-summer taste.
Special Drink (additional charge)
Melon Milk Soda
A vibrant soda made with aromatic melon syrup, topped with smooth milk espuma. Sweet and nostalgic with an elegant finish.
Additional charge: ¥660 per glass (tax included; 15% service charge applies separately)
Event Details
Period: Monday, May 18 to Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM (120-minute sessions)
Price: ¥4,400 per person (tax included; 15% service charge applies separately)
Coffee, teas (JING TEA selection: Assam, Earl Grey, Darjeeling), herbal teas (Chamomile, Peppermint), Kaga-Bocha roasted green tea, and green tea are available for unlimited refills. The Special Drink is available at an additional charge.
Reservations:
https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/ja-JP/kmqct-hyatt-centric-kanazawa/dining/five-grill-lounge
*Menu contents are subject to change.
FIVE – Grill & Lounge
Location: 3F Hyatt Centric Kanazawa, 1-5-2 Hirooka, Kanazawa, Ishikawa
Phone: 076-256-1559 (10:00 AM to 9:30 PM)
Online Reservations: https://www.tablecheck.com/shops/five-hyatt-centric-kanazawa/reserve
Hours:
- Dining: Breakfast 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM (L.O. 10:00 AM) / Lunch 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM (L.O. 2:00 PM) / Dinner 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (L.O. 8:00 PM)
- Lounge: 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM (L.O.)
